Yamaha LF175XCA Outboard Motor

The Yamaha LF175XCA is the left-hand teammate that keeps twin-engine setups steady and responsive. Beneath its sleek gray cowling, a 2.8-liter DOHC inline-four pushes out a confident 175 horsepower through a 25-inch shaft, all while keeping total weight around 487 pounds. That means stepped-hull center consoles, catamarans, and offshore rigs jump on plane fast—without feeling stern-heavy.

Digital Electronic Controls replace throttle cables for smooth, precise response, while the counter-rotating gearcase spins opposite your starboard motor to cancel torque steer. The result: lighter helm feel when docking, easier control at trolling speeds, and balanced tracking offshore.

Key Features

• Counter Rotation + DEC – Opposite prop rotation plus drive-by-wire throttle and shift make handling effortless.
• EFI + Variable Camshaft Timing – Delivers clean starts, mid-range punch, and impressive fuel economy.
• 50-Amp Alternator (35A at idle) – Keeps MFDs, stabilizers, and live-well pumps powered all day long.
• Power Trim & Tilt (–4° to +16°, 70° total range) – Smooth operation for trailering or running skinny water.
• 1.86 : 1 Gear Ratio – Spins larger props for better lift when the crew, fuel, and gear load up.

Coated in Yamaha’s multi-layer anti-corrosion armor, the LF175XCA is built for clean power, balance, and control. It’s the kind of motor that just feels right—quiet, strong, and intuitive—whether you’re easing off the dock or trimming out toward blue water.

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