FEATURES
Suzuki’s in-line three cylinder DF30A is engineered with Suzuki’s finest technologies and class-leading advantages to put it ahead of the rest.
| Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
Standard |
| Over-rev. limiter |
Standard |
| Low oil pressure caution |
Standard |
| Fresh water flushing system |
Standard |
| Suzuki anti-corrosion system |
Standard |
| Start system |
Electric or manual |
| Shallow water drive |
Standard |
| Suzuki Lean Burn Control System |
Standard |
| Tiller handle |
Standard |
| Remote control |
Optional |
| Power trim & tilt |
Optional |
SPECS
| Shaft length |
S: 381mm (15") | L: 508mm (20") |
| Starting system |
Electric or manual |
| Weight |
RS: 71kg | RL: 72kg |
| Engine type |
OHC 6-valve |
| Fuel delivery system |
Electronic fuel injection |
| No. of cylinders |
In-line 3 |
| Displacement |
490cm3 |
| Bore x Stroke |
60.4mm x 57mm |
| Maximum output |
22.1kW |
| Full throttle operating range |
5,300–6,300rpm |
| Steering |
Remote | Tiller |
| Oil pan capacity |
1.5L |
| Ignition system |
Digital CDI |
| Alternator |
RL & EL: 12V 14A | L: 12V 6A (M) (op.) |
| Engine mounting |
Shear mount |
| Trim method |
Manual trim & tilt | Power trim & tilt | Gas assist |
| Gear ratio |
2.09:1 |
| Gear shift |
F-N-R |
| Exhaust |
Through prop hub exhaust |
| Propeller selection (pitch) |
10"–15" (Alloy) |
| Fuel tank capacity |
Separate 25L |
| Fuel |
minimum 91 (RON) octane |
| Warranty |
3+3 years for recreational use |
PERFORMANCE TESTS
DF30A tested on Cross Country 4.5m Lap Strake
Test Conditions
| Date: |
7/12/2016 |
| Location: |
Brisbane River, QLD |
| Conditions: |
Calm, small tide run |
| Temperature: |
34°C |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Cross Country 4.5m Lap Strake
| Length: |
4.5m |
| Beam: |
n/a |
| Dry Weight: |
350kg |
| Max Horsepower: |
40hp |
| Fuel Capacity: |
25L |
| Weight as tested: |
n/a |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
25.5km/h |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
120km |
| Maximum Speed: |
43km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF30ATHL
| Horsepower: | 30hp |
| Cylinder: | 3 |
| Weight: | 72kg |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.09:1 |
| Propeller: | Suzuki 10.25 x 10" 3 blade |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF30A tested on Stessl Edgetracker 3.9m
Test Conditions
| Date: |
6/09/2017 |
| Location: |
Brisbane, QLD |
| Conditions: |
Flat |
| Temperature: |
27°C |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Stessl Edgetracker 3.9m
| Length: |
3.90m |
| Beam: |
n/a |
| Dry Weight: |
115kg |
| Max Horsepower: |
30hp |
| Fuel Capacity: |
25L |
| Weight as tested: |
n/a |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
26.5km/h |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
138km |
| Maximum Speed: |
53.0km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF30ATHL
| Horsepower: | 30hp |
| Cylinder: | 2 |
| Weight: | 72kg |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.09:1 |
| Propeller: | 3 x 10 1/4 x 12 |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison