
2027 Yamaha XTO Offshore V8 5.6L LXF450ESA
Description
Bring big-water confidence to your next repower with this 2027 Yamaha XTO Offshore V8 5.6L LXF450ESA—a new, engine-only outboard built for serious offshore duty. Finished in classic Yamaha Gray, it looks right at home on modern center consoles and large offshore hulls where clean rigging and purposeful hardware matter as much as performance.
At the heart is a 5.6L, 4-stroke V8 with 8 cylinders and 32 DOHC valves, delivering a stout 450 bhp (335.8 kW) at 6000 RPM. That kind of output is tailor-made for heavier, high-freeboard offshore hulls that need authoritative thrust to get on plane and stay there when the sea state isn’t cooperating. The broad 5000–6000 RPM full-throttle operating range gives you room to dial in prop and load so the boat stays responsive whether you’re carrying fuel, ice, crew, and gear.
For long days between inlets, this XTO Offshore is designed to be a smart traveling companion. Fuel injection helps keep throttle response crisp and supports efficient running at cruise, while the 1.79:1 gear ratio is set up to translate that V8 power into strong prop bite—exactly what you want when pushing a larger hull through chop or holding speed in a head sea. It runs on mid-grade gasoline, keeping ownership practical for frequent use.
Saltwater is the mission: it’s explicitly salt-water capable and uses open-loop water cooling to manage operating temps. You’ll also appreciate the built-in safeguards—visual/audible alert system and emergency RPM reduction—that help protect your investment when conditions, loads, or cooling flow change unexpectedly offshore.
Rigging flexibility is a plus for multi-engine applications. This model supports counter-rotating capability, uses remote steering control, and features power trim for dialing in running attitude as conditions change. It’s a 35-inch shaft configuration and carries a substantial 1010 lb dry weight, making it a natural fit for bracketed or tall-transom offshore platforms designed for this class of power.
If your plan is to give a big hull the muscle it deserves—without buying a complete boat—this Yamaha Gray XTO Offshore V8 is ready to be the centerpiece of a serious offshore setup. Warranty coverage is provided by Yamaha (ask us for current terms and registration details).
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Bring big-water confidence to your next repower with this 2027 Yamaha XTO Offshore V8 5.6L LXF450ESA—a new, engine-only outboard built for serious offshore duty. Finished in classic Yamaha Gray, it looks right at home on modern center consoles and large offshore hulls where clean rigging and purposeful hardware matter as much as performance.
At the heart is a 5.6L, 4-stroke V8 with 8 cylinders and 32 DOHC valves, delivering a stout 450 bhp (335.8 kW) at 6000 RPM. That kind of output is tailor-made for heavier, high-freeboard offshore hulls that need authoritative thrust to get on plane and stay there when the sea state isn’t cooperating. The broad 5000–6000 RPM full-throttle operating range gives you room to dial in prop and load so the boat stays responsive whether you’re carrying fuel, ice, crew, and gear.
For long days between inlets, this XTO Offshore is designed to be a smart traveling companion. Fuel injection helps keep throttle response crisp and supports efficient running at cruise, while the 1.79:1 gear ratio is set up to translate that V8 power into strong prop bite—exactly what you want when pushing a larger hull through chop or holding speed in a head sea. It runs on mid-grade gasoline, keeping ownership practical for frequent use.
Saltwater is the mission: it’s explicitly salt-water capable and uses open-loop water cooling to manage operating temps. You’ll also appreciate the built-in safeguards—visual/audible alert system and emergency RPM reduction—that help protect your investment when conditions, loads, or cooling flow change unexpectedly offshore.
Rigging flexibility is a plus for multi-engine applications. This model supports counter-rotating capability, uses remote steering control, and features power trim for dialing in running attitude as conditions change. It’s a 35-inch shaft configuration and carries a substantial 1010 lb dry weight, making it a natural fit for bracketed or tall-transom offshore platforms designed for this class of power.
If your plan is to give a big hull the muscle it deserves—without buying a complete boat—this Yamaha Gray XTO Offshore V8 is ready to be the centerpiece of a serious offshore setup. Warranty coverage is provided by Yamaha (ask us for current terms and registration details).
Color Options
Pricing
Engine
Drive Line
Steering
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
| Model | XTO Offshore V8 5.6L LXF450ESA |
| Year | 2027 |
| Condition | New |
| Engine Type | V8 |
| Bore x Stroke | Bore: 3.78 in. (96 mm); Stroke: 3.78 in. (96 mm) |
| Displacement | 341.7 cu. in. (5559 cc) |
| Starting | Electric |
| Trim Method | Power |
| Propshaft Horsepower | 450 bhp; 335.8 kW |
| Fuel Induction | Fuel Injected |
| Alternator | 102 |
| Cooling | Water (Open Loop) |
| Steering | Remote |
| Warranty | 60 |
