2025 Yamaha Marine VF150 VMax SHO Base
Exterior Colors:
- Year 2025
- Make Yamaha Marine
- Model VF150 VMax SHO
2025 Yamaha Marine VF150 VMax SHO
Fresh modern looks for the 2.8L four-stroke VF150 VMAX SHO will have this engine ready for any transom. This compact high-performance powerhouse boasts an amazing hole shot while maintaining incredible fuel efficiency. Perfect for pontoons of bass fishing boats this engine gets you where you going with no compromise.
Features may include:
Key- Great Hole Shot, acceleration and Top Speed: The V MAX SHO® 150 uses Yamaha's Variable Camshaft Timing System (VCT) for hole shot and acceleration that is noticeably quicker than that of the F150 and equal to that of the two-stroke VZ 150 HPDI.
- Smooth: The 2.8-liter, four-cylinder powerhead employs double-overhead cams, four valves per cylinder and counterbalance shafts for extra smooth performance.
- Fuel Efficient: The four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 offers fuel consumption that is 30 to 40 percent better than that of traditional carbureted two strokes.
- The new V MAX SHO® 150 uses Yamaha's Variable Camshaft Timing System (VCT) for hole shot and acceleration that is noticeably quicker than that of the F150 and equal to that of the two-stroke VZ 150 HPDI.
- The 2.8-liter, four-cylinder powerhead employs double-overhead cams, four valves per cylinder and counterbalance shafts for extra smooth performance.
- The four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 offers fuel consumption that is 30 to 40 percent better than that of traditional carbureted two strokes.
- Because it's a four-stroke, there's no need for an external oil tank with the V MAX SHO® 150. That's a savings of approximately 23 pounds - that means less weight and more storage room in the boat for tackle and other items.
- The new four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 has mechanical control for easy, convenient rigging with most bass, bay and flats boats; with a choice of analog, 6Y5 digital or Command Link® gauges.
- Uses Yamaha's new V MAX SHO® Series of propellers, which now offer single-inch pitches for more "dialed in" performance. new 22-inch and 23-inch pitches available soon.
- A powerful 50-amp alternator offers 11 percent more power than that of the VZ150 HPDI.
Engine
Engine Type
In-Line Four-Cylinder
Displacement
2785 cc (170 ci)
Bore
3.78 in (96 mm)
Stroke
3.79 in (96.2 mm)
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Rated Engine Speed
Full RPM Range: 5,000-6,000
Exhaust
Through Propeller
Ignition
TCI Microcomputer
Induction
EFI (DOHC) with variable camshaft timing (VCT)
Oil Type
Recommended: Yamalube 4-M
Lubrication
Wet sump
Cooling
Recommended: Thermostatic Control
Gear Ratio (Primary)
28/14 (2.0:1)
Gear Shifter
F/N/R
Electric
Starter
System: Electric W / PTT
Alternator Output, Maximum
50 Amps
Fuel System
Fuel System
Delivery: Multi-point electronic fuel injection
Fuel Type
Recommended: Midgrade Unleaded (Minimum Pump Octane 89)
Dimensions
Length
Shaft L: 20" | Shaft X: 25"
Dimensions
Degree of Trim/Tilt: -4° through +16°
Capacities
Oil Capacity (w/filter)
Without: 4.5L / 4.3L
Weights
Dry Weight
480 lbs (218 kg)