FEATURES
The DF300AP is Suzuki’s high-performing, award-winning outboard.
Start system |
Electric start |
Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
Standard |
Variable valve timing |
Standard |
Two-stage gear reduction system |
Standard |
Offset driveshaft |
Standard |
Over-rev. limiter |
Standard |
Low oil pressure caution |
Standard |
Speedometer pickup on gear case |
Standard |
Suzuki anti-corrosion system |
Standard |
Suzuki Lean Burn Control System |
Standard |
Selective rotation |
Standard |
Suzuki precision control |
Standard |
SPECS
Shaft length |
X: 635mm (25") | XX: 762mm (30") |
Starting system |
Electric |
Weight |
X: 290kg | XX: 299kg |
Engine type |
DOHC 24-valve |
Fuel delivery system |
Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
No. of cylinders |
V6 (55-degree) |
Displacement |
4,028cm3 |
Bore x Stroke |
98mm x 89mm |
Maximum output |
220.7kW |
Full throttle operating range |
5,700–6,300rpm |
Steering |
Remote |
Oil pan capacity |
8.0 litres |
Ignition system |
Fully-transistorised |
Alternator |
12V 54A |
Engine mounting |
Shear mount |
Trim method |
Power trim & tilt |
Gear ratio |
2.08:1 |
Gear shift |
F-N-R |
Exhaust |
Through prop hub exhaust |
Propeller selection (pitch) |
17"–27.5" (s/s) |
Fuel |
minimum 95 (RON) octane |
Warranty |
5 years for recreational use |
PERFORMANCE TESTS
DF300AP tested on BTB 12m Landing Craft
Test Conditions
Date: |
3/08/2013 |
Location: |
Hervey Bay, QLD |
Conditions: |
1.0-1.5m swell |
Temperature: |
24°C |
Crew: |
5 |
Test Boat: BTB 12m Landing Craft
Length: |
12.0m |
Beam: |
4.0m |
Dry Weight: |
7500kg |
Max Horsepower: |
900hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
1000L |
Weight as tested: |
9500kg |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
34.1km/h (18 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
408km |
Maximum Speed: |
34kn |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP
Horsepower: | 300hp |
Cylinder: | V6 |
Weight: | 274kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 15 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF300AP tested on Powercat 3000
Test Conditions
Date: |
29/10/2013 |
Location: |
Bribie Passage, QLD |
Conditions: |
Good - calm 10-15kn winds |
Temperature: |
28°C |
Crew: |
3 |
Test Boat: Powercat 3000
Length: |
10.0m |
Beam: |
2.8m |
Dry Weight: |
2000kg (est) |
Max Horsepower: |
600hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
600L |
Weight as tested: |
2800kg |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
49.4km/h (26 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
483km |
Maximum Speed: |
92km/h (49.7 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP
Horsepower: | 300hp |
Cylinder: | V6 |
Weight: | 279kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 20 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF300AP tested on Signature 675F
Test Conditions
Date: |
27/11/2013 |
Location: |
Brisbane River, QLD |
Conditions: |
Light chop |
Temperature: |
30°C |
Crew: |
3 |
Test Boat: Signature 675F
Length: |
6.89m |
Beam: |
2.50m |
Dry Weight: |
1700kg (est) |
Max Horsepower: |
300hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
280L |
Weight as tested: |
2300kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
42.4km/h (22.7 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
443km |
Maximum Speed: |
77km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF300AP
Horsepower: | 300hp |
Cylinder: | V6 |
Weight: | 274kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 18.5 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF300AP tested on Silvertiger 10m Flybridge Catamaran
Test Conditions
Date: |
15/07/2013 |
Location: |
Waitemata Harbour, NZ |
Conditions: |
10-15kn winds, slight chop |
Temperature: |
13°C |
Crew: |
3 |
Test Boat: Silvertiger 10m Flybridge Catamaran
Length: |
10m |
Beam: |
4.5m |
Dry Weight: |
4800kg |
Max Horsepower: |
n/a |
Fuel Capacity: |
700L |
Weight as tested: |
6000kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
31.2km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
369km |
Maximum Speed: |
75km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP
Horsepower: | 300hp |
Cylinder: | V6 |
Weight: | 279kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 17 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF300AP tested on Spearfish 8.2m
Test Conditions
Date: |
23/09/2013 |
Location: |
Mandurah Estuary, WA |
Conditions: |
0.5-1.5m wind chop, 40-50km/h winds |
Temperature: |
17°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Spearfish 8.2m
Length: |
8.2m |
Beam: |
2.5m |
Dry Weight: |
2800kg |
Max Horsepower: |
600hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
500L |
Weight as tested: |
3500kg |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
44km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
432km |
Maximum Speed: |
93km/h |
0-40km/h: |
2.5 sec |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP
Horsepower: | 300hp |
Cylinder: | V6 |
Weight: | 274kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 21.5 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF300AP tested on Yamba Welding Naiad 10m commercial
Test Conditions
Date: |
26/07/2012 |
Location: |
Yamba, NSW |
Conditions: |
Calm |
Temperature: |
n/a |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Yamba Welding Naiad 10m commercial
Length: |
10.0m |
Beam: |
2.9m |
Dry Weight: |
n/a |
Max Horsepower: |
700hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
1000L |
Weight as tested: |
4400kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
43.5km/h (23.3 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
950km |
Maximum Speed: |
84.5km/h (45.3 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP
Horsepower: | 300hp |
Cylinder: | V6 |
Weight: | 279kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 20 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison