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The World’s First Selective Rotation Outboard

The DF250AP is based on the DF300AP and shares the same award winning innovations and designs of Suzuki’s flagship outboard. Advanced features like Suzuki Selective Rotation, Suzuki Precision Control, and Suzuki Lean Burn Control, plus big V6 power combine to provide boaters with outstanding performance and great convenience.

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Suzuki Selective Rotation

In multi-outboard installations on large boats, a counterrotation outboard is usually paired with a regular rotation model to help keep the boat traveling on an even keel and in a straight line. The DF300AP/250AP is built with special counter rotating gearing in the lower unit, which causes the prop to rotate in the opposite direction. Suzuki Selective Rotation eliminates the need to purchase a dedicated counter-rotation outboard by using a special switch that when connected to a circuit inside of the engine compartment, turns a regular rotation outboard into a counter-rotation model with a counter rotational propeller. This industry first is made possible through a special, unified design of gears, shaft, and bearings in the lower unit that are designed to operate reliably and efficiently in either regular or counter-rotation directions

New Lower Unit

Compared to the original DF300, the biggest changes you’ll find on these outboards are in the lower unit, which was redesigned for the Suzuki Selective Rotation system—the world’s first integration of regular and counter-rotation models into a single unit. The system consists of a new drive gear layout in the lower unit that allows the outboard to operate in either regular or counter-rotation mode, and a switch that connects to a circuit in the engine compartment that engages the counter-rotation mode. Like the DF300, the new DF300AP/250AP utilises an aggressive final drive ratio of 2.08:1 allowing it to turn a 406mm (16-inch) diameter propeller available in various pitch size for optimum performance on a wide variety of boats. Changes to gear designs provide greater durability, and adding a two-way water inlet changes water flow into the cooling system for increased cooling efficiency.

3 + 3 years Recreational Warranty

All recreational/privately registered Suzuki Outboards come standard with 3-years / unlimited hours manufacturer’s warranty. Recreational outboards are also eligible for a bonus 3-year Warranty providing that an authorised Suzuki Marine Dealership completes servicing as per the owners manual schedule. The Suzuki dealer must use only genuine parts and oils during both manufacturer’s and bonus warranty periods.

Features

Specifications

Recommended Transom Height X: 635mm, XX: 762mm
Weight X: 290kg, XX: 299kg
Valve Train DOHC 24-Valve
Displacement 4,028cm³
Maximum Output 183.9kW
Control System Digital (Drive-by-wire)
Recommended Fuel RON94 / AKI89
Alternator 12V 54A
Gear Ratio 2.08 : 1 (Two-stage gear reduction)
Exhaust Through Prop Hub Exhaust
Starting system Electric
Engine Type V6 (55°) 4-stroke
Fuel Delivery System Electronic Fuel Injection
Bore X Stroke 98 x 89mm
Full Throttle Operating Range 5,500 - 6,100rpm
Oil Pan Capacity 8.0L
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) -
Trim Method Power Trim and Tilt
Gear Shift F-N-R
Propeller Selection (Pitch) 15" - 27.5" (R/R), 17" - 26" (C/R)

Performance

Select Boat

DF250AP OUTBOARD

Select Boat

  • Naiad Kirby 8.5m
  • Noosa Cat 3000

Naiad Kirby 8.5m

Test conditions

  • Date

    2021-05-27

  • Crew

    4 People onboard

  • Location

    Perth WA

  • Temperature

    20°C

  • Condition

    Calm

DF250AP OUTBOARD tested on Naiad Kirby 8.5m

Naiad Kirby 8.5m

  • Hull Type

    Monohull

  • Material

    Aluminium

  • Length

    8.5m

  • Beam

    3M

  • Dry Weight

    3800kg

  • Max Horsepower

    500hp

  • Fuel Capacity

    630L

  • Weight as tested

    4200kg

  • Steering Type

    Hydraulic

DF250APXX

  • Horsepower

    250hp

  • Cylinder

    V6

  • Weight

    299kg

  • Gear Ratio

    2.08:1

  • Propeller

    Watergrip Stainless steel

  • Number of Engines

    2

Conclusion

  • Optimal Cruise Speed

    3500 rpm @ 0.88 KM per litre

  • Cruise Range (Approx)

    283 NM or 524 km

  • Maximum Speed

    43 Knots or 79.6 KM/h

  • 0-40km/h

    3.5 Seconds

Results on individual boats may vary due to many factors, including weather, tides, boat load, hull, lower unit & propeller conditions. Suzuki Australia P/L accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of these readings

DF250APXX performance figures

Naiad Kirby 8.5m

  • RPM

    Av KM/H

    L/Hr

    Av L/KM

  • 600

    3.704

    8.7

    0.43

  • 1000

    7.4

    8.4

    0.88

  • 1500

    13

    15

    0.86

  • 2000

    14.8

    21.4

    0.69

  • 2500

    20.4

    30.4

    0.67

  • 3000

    27.8

    38.4

    0.72

  • 3500

    40.7

    46.5

    0.88

  • 4000

    50

    60.6

    0.83

  • 4500

    59.3

    78.4

    0.76

  • 5000

    64.8

    91.4

    0.71

  • 5500

    68.5

    108.8

    0.63

  • 6000

    79.6

    149.3

    0.53

DF250APXX fuel consumption comparison

Noosa Cat 3000

Test conditions

  • Date

    2022-08-12

  • Crew

    5 People onboard

  • Location

    Noosa, Qld

  • Temperature

    19°C

  • Condition

    Calm

DF250AP OUTBOARD tested on Noosa Cat 3000

Noosa Cat 3000

  • Hull Type

    Catamaran

  • Material

    Fibreglass

  • Length

    8.4m

  • Beam

    2.5M

  • Dry Weight

    3210kg

  • Max Horsepower

    500hp

  • Fuel Capacity

    680L

  • Weight as tested

    3660kg

  • Steering Type

    Digital Electric

DF250APX

  • Horsepower

    250hp

  • Cylinder

    V6

  • Weight

    299kg

  • Gear Ratio

    2.08:1

  • Propeller

    Watergrip Stainless steel

  • Number of Engines

    2

Conclusion

  • Optimal Cruise Speed

    4500 rpm @ 0.81 KM per litre

  • Cruise Range (Approx)

    282 NM or 523 km

  • Maximum Speed

    48 Knots or 89 km/h

  • 0-40km/h

    4.2 Seconds

Results on individual boats may vary due to many factors, including weather, tides, boat load, hull, lower unit & propeller conditions. Suzuki Australia P/L accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of these readings.

DF250APX performance figures

Noosa Cat 3000

  • RPM

    Av KM/H

    L/Hr

    Av L/KM

  • 600

    7.04

    3.8

    1.85

  • 1000

    8.4

    8

    1.05

  • 1500

    11.1

    17.2

    0.65

  • 2000

    14.8

    23.2

    0.64

  • 2500

    22.2

    36.6

    0.61

  • 3000

    33.3

    47.6

    0.7

  • 3500

    40.5

    56

    0.72

  • 4000

    51.8

    64

    0.81

  • 4500

    62

    84

    0.74

  • 5000

    72.2

    124

    0.58

  • 5500

    81.5

    167.6

    0.49

  • 6000

    89

    176.4

    0.5

DF250APX fuel consumption comparison

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