Tohatsu 250HP Outboard Motor

This used Tohatsu 250HP outboard runs the BFT250DXRA, a four-stroke V6 with a standard mechanical throttle linkage rather than drive-by-wire. The six-cylinder, 3583cc block is matched to a high-output alternator rated at 90 amps with 60 amps available for charging house batteries, livewells and electronics while underway. Tohatsu built this generation for a broader torque spread and smoother power delivery across the rev range, with exterior changes aimed at better resisting corrosion and water intrusion in a salt-air environment.

Who it suits

At 250 hp and 626 lbs rigged, this is a mid-to-large outboard for center consoles and offshore-capable boats that want strong charging capacity for electronics-heavy setups, without the drive-by-wire controls and counter-rotating gearcase used on some 250 hp Tohatsu variants.

Before you order

Confirm your transom height against the 25-inch shaft before buying, since shaft length is not adjustable after rigging. Steering is remote mechanical and the starter is electric, drawing on the alternator described above once the engine is running. Full throttle range is 5300 to 6300 rpm with EFI induction.

Condition

This motor is sold used; ask about hours and service history, and have the alternator and charging output tested along with compression before you commit. Tohatsu's 5-year warranty applies to this model.

Common questions

Does it have drive-by-wire throttle? No, this variant uses a standard mechanical remote throttle linkage.

How much charging power does it put out? The alternator is rated at 90 amps, with 60 amps of that available for charging.