Yamaha Midrange 40 and 30 hp · Virginia Beach
Yamaha F40 outboard: specs, rigging and repower in Virginia Beach.
The F40 is a 747 cc three-cylinder SOHC outboard rated 40 hp, weighing 214 lb with a 20-inch shaft. It runs with mechanical controls or the Multi-Function Tiller Handle, Yamaha notes its power trim and tilt models trim from -3 to +20 degrees, and its ECM connects to Yamaha Diagnostic System software. It is also built as the F40 Jet.
- Horsepower
- 40 hp
- Engine type
- 3 cyl
- Displacement
- 747cc
- Shaft length
- 20"
- Weight †
- 97 kg (214 lbs) - 101kg (223 lbs)
Specifications
Yamaha F40
specs, as Yamaha lists them.
Specs and features: Yamaha, read from yamahaoutboards.com and Yamaha's Engine Comparison tool on 2026-10-05. Yamaha can change a model by model year; we confirm the exact engine when we quote.
| Weight † | 97 kg (214 lbs) - 101kg (223 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 ~ 6000 rpm |
| Fuel Induction System | EFI |
| Recommended Engine Oil | Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual) |
| Engine Type | 3 cyl |
| Displacement | 747cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 65 x 75mm (2.56 x 2.95 in.) |
| Prop Shaft Horsepower | 40hp at 5500rpm |
| Alternator Output at W.O.T. | 17 Amp |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Recommended Fuel | Octane 87 |
| Recommended Fuel Filtration | Yamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external) |
| C.A.R.B. Rating | 2-Star |
| Exhaust | Through Propeller |
| Intake | 6 |
| Ignition | CDI Microcomputer |
| Spark Plug | DPR6EB-9 |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 1.7L/1.5L |
| Recommended Cooling | Thermostatic Control |
| Ethanol Blend Limit | 10% Maximum |
| Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Shaft Length | 20" |
| Degree of Tilt | 20° |
| Degree of Trim | -3° through +20° |
| Mounting Centers | N/A |
| Steering Angle (maximum) | 40° from center, either direction |
| Warranty | Limited 3-year Pleasure, 3-year Government, 1-Year Commercial |
† Weight refers to shortest shaft length, and is measured without motor oil, gearcase oil and propeller (except models 25 hp and under, which include a standard propeller). All Jet model weights include the jet pump assembly (weight estimated).
Rigging
Shaft lengths, controls
and Helm Master EX.
Shaft lengths
Yamaha lists: 20"
We confirm the right shaft for your transom before we quote.
Controls
- Mechanical Controls (compatible)
- Multi-Function Tiller Handle (compatible)
- Helm Master® EX (not available)
- Command Link Plus Digital Controls (not available)
Gauges
- Command Link and Analog Gauges (compatible)
- Command Link Plus Display (not available)
Yamaha lists Helm Master EX as not available for the F40.
F40 model codes
| Model code | Controls | Color |
|---|---|---|
| F40LEHA | Tiller handle | Gray |
| F40LA | Remote mechanical | Gray |
Model codes from Yamaha's current model-code list. Ask us which code fits your boat; we confirm it when we quote.
Features
What's built into
the F40.
- 747 cc 40 hp midrange, offered in propeller and jet-pump versions.
- Single throttle valve, long-track intake and ECM for easy starts.
- 214 lb; 20-inch shaft; 17-amp alternator.
- Optional Variable Trolling RPM Switch (VTS).
- Phaze Five anti-corrosion paint over YDC-30 alloy.
- ECM connects to Yamaha Diagnostic System software for technician diagnosis.
- One-piece cowling with intake air drain and labyrinth.
- On-engine water-separating fuel filter with water sensor.
- Multi-point EFI.
- Three-cylinder SOHC design.
- Single throttle valve with pulse-tuned long intake tracks.
- Vapor-reducing fuel return system aids starting in hot or cold weather.
- Optional Multi-Function Tiller Handle with Variable Trolling RPM Switch.
- Freshwater flush device works without running the engine.
- Power trim and tilt models trim from -3 to +20 degrees.
Repower
Repowering with the F40
at Coastal Marine.
Coastal Marine is an Elite Yamaha dealer and an authorized Yamaha Repower Center on Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. A repower with the F40 takes the old or worn-out outboard off a sound hull, of any make, and puts the new Yamaha on, with the controls, gauges and rigging the new setup needs. Warranty work on the Yamaha power we install is authorized in-house.
We don't post engine prices. Tell us the boat, what's on the transom now and roughly how many hours it has, and we'll quote the F40 for it. Financing is available on repowers through Yamaha Financial Services.
Ready when you are.
The Midrange 40 and 30 hp family
Other engines
in this family.
Common questions
Yamaha F40
questions, answered.
Get a quote
on new Yamaha power.
Tell us the boat, the engines on it now and roughly the hours, and we'll quote the F40 for it. We answer same business day.