Rating of the best outboard motors in 2020

A person who decides to buy a boat motor is faced with the question of which unit is better to buy? Indeed, a huge range of motors of all kinds and various manufacturing companies is presented on the domestic market. In the course of choosing the necessary apparatus, the main thing is not to get confused in a wide segment of such products.

It is worthwhile to familiarize yourself in detail with the characteristics of the proposed motors, correctly assessing all their capabilities for the upcoming operation. Indeed, the reliability and efficiency of the device will depend on a reasonable approach when buying the necessary motor. A mandatory rule when purchasing a unit is a complete familiarization with its passport characteristics, the data of the vessel on which the engine will be equipped, and the calculation of the transom parameters. And, having compared all the data with the characteristics of the motor, you can proceed to the selection of a suitable unit.

Types of outboard motors

All outboard motors vary in some way. If you need to purchase a unit that would provide long voyages on water, of course, you need to choose a gasoline power unit, since it can give a guarantee of complete reliability.

1. Outboard boat motor with a gasoline engine, which is a classic model of the motor and satisfies all consumer needs in its range. In turn, gasoline-type units are divided into:

• two-strokecompact power devices. Convenient for transportation, not whimsical to service and fuel, having low weight parameters. The working run consists of a couple of cycles, the lubrication function is combined. They have a high specific intensity.

• four-strokehaving a higher potential in performance and durability. Quieter in operation compared to push-pull devices, with higher weight indicators. Units with a working run of 4 strokes function clearly at idle, using 25% less fuel due to the proportional distribution of combustion energy. The lubrication function is separate. In the case of gasoline engines, attention should be paid to the characteristics of the boat on which the installation will take place.

2. An outboard boat with an electric motor powered by a battery. However, in addition to it, you need to purchase an expensive battery and charger.

3. Outboard water jet engine based on two-stroke and four-stroke internal combustion engines. Designed specifically for movement in shallow water. They are considered the safest and most reliable for those who like to swim next to the existing boat and for fans of water skiing.

Top Boat Engine Companies

The leaders in the production of outboard motors are, of course, manufacturing companies from Europe and America.There are also offers from Asian manufacturers. There are also quality models there. And if the dilemma that has arisen about which firm is better to buy the unit is puzzling, then today there is a ranking of the best manufacturers, the leaders of which are:

• YAMAHA. The most popular concern offering the consumer carburetor engines and engines with fuel injection of four and two-stroke types. The company's product segment is represented by a wide range of unit intensities from 3 to 300 horsepower. The main highlight presented by this manufacturer is the function of straight-line injection at a high pressure level.
• EVINRUDE. A rare engine manufacturer presents to the world market units made with the use of innovative technologies that show decent quality and reliability during their operation. The range of products is represented by devices with an intensity of 10 to 350 horses of various types, having only one imperfection - too high a price.
• HONDA. The concern that has been presenting boat engines to the consumer for more than a dozen years. A feature of the devices from this company is their execution in the form of a four-stroke working cycle. Moving an order of magnitude further from its competitors, the company offers a wide range of powertrains from 2 to 250 horsepower.
• MERCURY MARINE. The most popular motor manufacturer, producing non-stroke type devices. Both versions of the engine have an operating intensity from 7.5 to 300 horsepower and a solid reputation for reliable, high-quality and long-term devices.

Best outboard motors in 2020

Many buyers drive themselves into a dead end when choosing which unit to buy: foreign or Russian? Each of these options has advantages and disadvantages. And the very first mistake of an inexperienced buyer usually lies not in choosing a manufacturer, but in an illiterate selection of a motor that will not correspond to the required power. As a result, operating in an increased intensity mode, the device will fail soon enough. However, the inexpensive outboard motors presented in our article deserve attention and trust.

The best outboard motors up to 5 hp

Installation of a motor of this power is possible on small boats. A craft with such an engine is not subject to registration with the State Inspection Service of the Russian Federation, and a driver's license is not required to operate it.

FORWARD FBM 62 PRO

The gasoline engine powered by AI-92 fuel is equipped with a built-in 1.2 liter fuel tank. The design of the unit assumes manual lifting, it is possible to adjust the angle of inclination of the motor and tiller.

Technical specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	1
Power, h.p.	4.08
Maximum engine speed, rpm	7000
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	aerial
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	8.4

Price: 8200 rub.

• Air cooling system;
• Low weight;
• The set includes spare candles and a repair kit.

• Low-power;
• Noisy.

PATRIOT BM-110

The characteristics of this motor are similar to the previous device, it runs on AI-92 gasoline, the volume of the tank is 1.2 liters. The engine, the dimensions of which are 280x900x560 mm, can be lifted manually, there is an adjustment of the tilt of the tiller and the motor itself.

Technical specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	1
Power, h.p.	3
Maximum engine speed, rpm	4200
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	aerial
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	9.5

Cost: 14,490 rubles.

• Air cooling system;
• The presence of an emergency engine switch;
• A light weight;
• Economical engine.

• Noisy.

Carver MHT 3.8 S

Two-stroke gasoline engine with built-in 1.2L fuel tank.It features light weight and manual lifting of the motor. It is possible to adjust the tilt angle and tiller incline.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	1
Power, h.p.	3.8
Maximum engine speed, rpm	7000
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	aerial
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	8.4

Cost: 8800 rubles.

• A light weight;
• Profitability;
• Lightweight and unpretentious in operation;
• There is an air cooling system.

• Noisy;
• Body materials are rather weak;
• The plastic of the case heats up during operation;
• There are complaints about the unreliability of the motor lock in the prone position.

Honda BF2.3DH SCHU

The engine from a renowned manufacturer differs from other representatives of this rating in a greater degree of reliability and efficiency, the quality of the materials used and, as a result, the price. The fuel consumption is 0.7 l / h, the volume of the tank is 1 l. The design of the engine assumes manual lifting, it is possible to adjust the tilt angle.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	petrol / four-stroke
Number of cylinders	1
Power, h.p.	2.3
Maximum engine speed, rpm	6000
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	-
Cooling	aerial
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	12.4

Cost: 69,700 rubles.

• Profitability;
• Air cooling system;
• High-quality assembly;
• Includes a set of tools;
• The presence of an oil pressure indicator.

• Not.

HDX T 5 BMS

Overall and heaviest engine in this category. The fuel tank has a volume of 1.5 liters and the petrol consumption is 2.6 l / h. The rest of the design features are identical to the previous options.

Technical specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	1
Power, h.p.	5
Maximum engine speed, rpm	5500
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	-
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	20

Cost: 45,500 rubles.

• Easy to operate;
• Starts up in any weather;
• High-quality assembly;
• Quiet enough.

• A bit heavy.

The best gasoline engines over 5 and up to 10 hp.

You should know that the captain will need a special license to operate a craft with a motor of the specified power. However, it is not necessary to register such a boat with the State Inspection Service.

HDX T 9.8 BMS

The fuel tank of this engine holds 12 liters of gasoline, and the consumption is 4.3 l / h. Lifting the unit is supposed to be done manually. It is possible to tilt the tiller and change the angle of the motor itself. Three-blade propeller.

Technical specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	9.8
Maximum engine speed, rpm	6000
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	26

Cost: 69,700 rubles.

• Differs in confident start and smooth running;
• Economical for its performance;
• The quality of painting and assembly;
• There is a repair kit.

• There are no significant ones.

Mercury ME 9.9 M

Two-stroke engine equipped with an external fuel tank for 12 liters of gasoline. It can work both on AI-95 and on AI-92. The engine is equipped with a three-blade propeller, it is possible to install various factory-made propellers.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	10
Maximum engine speed, rpm	6000
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92, AI-95
Weight, kg	35

Cost: 106,100 rubles.

• There is a repair kit;
• The set includes spare candles;
• There is an emergency engine switch;
• The cooling system is water.

• Not identified.

Honda BF10DK2 SHU

A four-stroke engine equipped with an external fuel tank that holds 12 liters of AI-92 gasoline. Fuel consumption: 3 l / h. It is supposed to lift the device manually, it is possible to adjust the angle of inclination. Allows you to move in shallow water.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	petrol / four-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	10
Maximum engine speed, rpm	6000
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	through the crankcase
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	42

Cost: 174,200 rubles.

• Economical;
• High-quality assembly;
• Water cooling system;
• Quiet.

• Not found.

Hidea HDF9.9HS

The four-stroke engine runs on AI-92 gasoline, the external tank is designed for 12 liters. fuel. The unit assumes manual lifting. It is possible to adjust the angle of its inclination. Tiller tilt is also possible. The design of the device allows for movement in shallow water.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	petrol / four-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	9.9
Maximum engine speed, rpm	5500
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	through the crankcase
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	42.5

Cost: 99,800 rubles.

• Economical engine;
• There is an emergency engine switch;
• Water cooling system;
• Easy to start up, stable at work.

• Not found.

The best gasoline outboard motors with a power of 10-20 hp

In order to equip a floating craft with such an engine, the captain must have a certificate for the right to operate the vessel, and register the boat (yacht) with the State Inspection Service.

Honda BF15DK2 SHU (BF15D3 SHU)

The four-stroke boat engine runs on AI-93 gasoline, the fuel tank has a capacity of 12 liters. The propeller used is four-bladed. The device is supposed to be lifted manually, it is possible to adjust the angle of its inclination.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	petrol / four-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	15
Maximum engine speed, rpm	5500
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	through the crankcase
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	46.5

Cost: 190,500 rubles.

• Economical unit;
• Quiet enough running;
• The presence of a water cooling system;
• Lightweight for the stated power.

• No significant ones were identified.

HDX T 20 FWS

The two-stroke engine is equipped with an external fuel tank that can hold 24 liters of AI-92 gasoline, the flow rate is 9.4 l / h. The lifting of the unit is carried out manually; there is a functional for adjusting the angle of inclination of the motor. Allows you to move in shallow water.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	20
Maximum engine speed, rpm	5500
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	52

Cost: 98,900 rubles.

• The set includes spare candles;
• There is an emergency engine switch;
• Water cooling system;
• There is a repair kit;
• The engine starts easily, keeps the speed steadily.

• Noisy;
• Dimensional.

Toyama TM15TS

A fairly lightweight two-stroke engine, equipped with an external fuel tank designed for 24 liters. With such equipment, you can walk at shallow depths. There is a possibility of manual lifting of the unit, adjusting its tilt.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	gasoline / two-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	15
Maximum engine speed, rpm	5500
Transom	S
Control	tiller
Running	manual
Grease type	mixture
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-92
Weight, kg	36

Cost: 76,300 rubles.

• Water cooling system;
• A light weight;
• A set of tools included;
• The presence of an emergency switch;
• Stable in work.

• No significant ones were identified.

Mercury ME F 20 ML

The powerful four-stroke engine is the only one in the ranking that can be controlled remotely. Powered by AI-95 gasoline, external tank, no more than 12 liters. There is a tilt angle adjustment of the engine, you can move in shallow water.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
Type / Tact	petrol / four-stroke
Number of cylinders	2
Power, h.p.	20
Maximum engine speed, rpm	6100
Transom	L
Control	tiller / remote
Running	manual
Grease type	through the crankcase
Cooling	water
Fuel type	AI-95
Weight, kg	52

Cost: 170,400 rubles.

• Remote control capability;
• The presence of an emergency engine switch;
• Overheating and low oil pressure indicators;
• The set includes a repair kit;
• Easy to start up, keeps the turns even;
• Low noise level.

• Not identified.

Best electric outboard motors in 2020

With regard to electric boat motors, their intensity is no longer expressed in standard "horses", but in traction. And the peculiarity of control in such units is both manual and foot control. The popularity of models of electric motors lies in their noiselessness, excellent controllability and a fairly low price for the device. These arguments make the bias of many water voyage lovers towards the acquisition of electric power units.

Greenworks G12TM32

The electric motor delivers 1650 rpm. Number of speeds: 5 - forward and 3 - back. Control is carried out using a tiller, the motor is raised manually. You can adjust the angle of its inclination, as well as the immersion depth of the screw. The maximum speed is up to 4.14 km / h. It will work no more than 100 minutes without recharging.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
A type	electric
Power, h.p.	-
Thrust, kg	14.5
Boat weight, kg	-
Battery charge indicator	-
Weight, kg	7

Cost: 9300 rubles.

• Environmental friendliness;
• Good traction;
• In total - 8 speeds.

• Only an hour and a half of battery life.

MotorGuide R3-30 HT

The electric tiller controlled engine is designed to be mounted on a boat with a maximum weight of 800 kg. The number of speeds available to users: 5 - forward and 2 - back. The motor can be lifted manually, it is possible to adjust the angle of its inclination. With him you can go in shallow water.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
A type	electric
Power, h.p.	-
Thrust, kg	13.6
Boat weight, kg	800
Battery charge indicator	-
Weight, kg	6.1

Cost: 10,800 rubles.

• Easy;
• Telescopic tiller;
• Eco-friendly motor;
• Good traction.

• Can only be operated in fresh water.

INTEX 68631

Quite a good American-made electric motor for small ships weighing up to 700 kg. Telescopic arm, battery charge sensor and eight speeds.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
A type	electric
Power, h.p.	0.45
Thrust, kg	13.6
Boat weight, kg	600
Battery charge indicator	there is
Weight, kg	6.22

Average price: from 11 570 rubles.

• telescopic control lever;
• compactness;
• 8 transmission speeds.

• frequent recharging of the battery.

MINN KOTA ENDURA C 2-30

The economical outboard type electric motor, which is quite popular among domestic consumers, is a worthy replacement for the fuel one. Assistant, with the participation of which you can easily carry out all kinds of maneuvers in hard-to-reach places on shallow water bodies, lakes and reservoirs, without causing any harm to the aquatic ecosystem.

Specifications:

Specifications	Value
A type	electric
Power, h.p.	0.43
Thrust, kg	13.6
Boat weight, kg	600
Battery charge indicator	there is
Weight, kg	7

Average price: 17,220 rubles.

• light weight;
• noiselessness;
• low cost.

• attachment to sources of electricity to recharge the battery.

When choosing a boat motor, it is necessary to remember that there are several types of devices, differing in their special configuration, which may not be able to be effectively used for operation on all boats. For each type of vessel, special type-compatible engines have been created, which will ensure the correct operation of the propellers and reliable conditions for the operation of the boat together with the power unit.