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Honda BF40DK4LHC

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Overview
Three cylinder, 20" long shaft, BLAST®, NMEA 2000 compliance, electric start, tiller steering, EFI, gas-assist tilt

Honda BF40 Mid-Range Outboard Motor

The Honda BF40 Mid-Range Outboard Motor is light and fuel efficient with an exceptional charging capacity. Perfect for aluminum and inflatable boats, it gives you exceptional performance.

Features

  • High Performance, Heavy-Duty Gear Case
  • Smoother operations
  • Less vibration
Specifications
Model
BF40DK4LHC
Category Name
Outboard Engines
Year
2026
Manufacturer
Honda
features

Performance and Efficiency

Honda's Four-Stroke Engine Design

  • World-renowned Honda quality, proven reliability with no oil mixing.

Offset Crankshaft Design

  • Locates the powerhead directly over transom bracket pivot point for smoother operation of trim and tilt, as well as reducing stress on the transom and steering effort. Also,it reduces vibration and improves performance and handling. It also provides for a very compact design.

Non-Linear Mounting System

  • Patented non-linear mounting provides smoother operation at all engine speeds.

Reliability and Durability

Over-Rev Protection

  • Standard rev-limiter protects the engine from severe damage caused by over-revving.

Over-Rev and Overheat Warning Systems

  • Standard overheat and low-oil warning systems offer peace of mind and protect your investment.

Fresh Water Flushport

  • Allows easy hook-up of a garden hose to flush debris and salt water out of the engine, extending the life of the outboard (optional Flush Kit required).

Sacrificial Anodes

  • The BF40 has 1 internal and 2 external sacrificial anodes to protect all metal components from corrosion.

Three-Year Warranty

  • The best outboards in the industry are backed by the best warranty in the business, 3 years parts and labour.

Convenience and Ease of Use

Light, Compact Design

  • Three-cylinder design allows for smooth operation while remaining compact.

Forward-Mounted Shift Lever (with Tiller Kit)

  • Allows easier shifting, especially when docking or in tight access areas.

Superior Battery Charging

  • There's always plenty of electric power with the 40 hp. Honda’s innovative technology enables this engine to output nearly twice as many charging amps as the competition’s.

Built-in Pitot Tube

  • A Pitot tube is designed into the lower gearcase and allows a direct hook-up for your speedometer.

Standard Gauges, Propeller and Control Box

  • Tachometer, trim gauges, aluminum propeller and a high-quality, side-mount control box are included with Power Tilt and Trim models.

Standard Fuel Tank, Hose and Propeller

  • A 25-litre fuel tank, fuel hose and aluminum propeller are included as standard equipment.

 

engine
Type
4-Stroke SOHC; 3 Cylinders / 6 Valves
Exhaust
Through Prop Hub
Trim Range
-4° to +12°
Lubrication
Pressure Lubrication (Trochoid pump)
Displacement
808 cc / 49.4 cubic in.
Oil Capacity
2.10 L (1.85 Imp. qt) with oil filter repl.
Bore & Stroke
70 mm x 70 mm (2.76 x 2.76 in.)
Fuel Delivery
Programmed Electronic Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Cooling System
Water Cooled
Ignition System
MicroComputer Programmed
Recommended Oil
SAE 5W30 API service classification SJ or later
Starting System
Electric
Recommended Fuel
Unleaded Gas. (Min. Pump Octane 86)
Full Throttle RPM Range
5,000-6,000 RPM
Propshaft Rated Horsepower (HP)
40 HP @ 5,500 RPM
drive
Gear Ratio
2.08:1
Gear Shift
F-N-R
equipment
Over Rev-Limiter
Standard
Gas Assisted Tilt
LHC model
Power Trim & Tilt
LRTC model only
Temperature Alert
Standard
Oil Pressure Alert
Standard
Speedometer Pickup
Standard
Battery Charging Power
17 amp
Battery Condition Alert
Standard
Alternator (Electric Start)
22 amp / 275 watts
Variable Speed Trolling Kit
Standard
dimensions
Overall Width
372 mm / 14.6 in.
Transom Height (L-Type)
556 mm / 21.9 in.
propeller
Propeller Type
3-Blade (Aluminum)
Propeller Diameter X Pitch (L-Type)
11-1/4 x 13 in.
dry weight
LHC-Type
100 kg / 220.5 lb.
LRTC-Type
98 kg / 216.1 lb.
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