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The 2024 Yamaha T60LB is a 60HP high-thrust four-stroke outboard designed for boats where pushing power, low-speed control and load-handling capability are more important than simply maximizing top speed. This listing identifies the engine as a new 2024 Yamaha T60LB with a 20-inch shaft, electric start, remote mechanical control configuration and power trim and tilt.
Unlike a conventional midrange 60HP outboard optimized primarily for speed, the T60LB belongs to Yamaha’s High Thrust family. Its high-thrust lower unit, large propeller capability and gearing are intended to produce strong low-speed thrust for heavier boats such as pontoons, displacement-style craft, workboats and loaded aluminum boats.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | T60LB |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Horsepower | 60 HP |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke SOHC inline 4-cylinder |
| Displacement | 996 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 65 x 75 mm |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Controls | Remote mechanical |
| Shaft | 20 inches |
| Full-Throttle RPM | 5,000–6,000 RPM |
| Rated Power Speed | 5,500 RPM |
| Alternator | 16A |
| Gear Ratio | 2.33:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Trim and Tilt | Power trim and tilt |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded gasoline, 87 octane |
| Dry Weight | Approximately 262 lb / 119 kg |
The main distinction between the T60LB and a conventional 60HP outboard is its focus on thrust at lower speeds. Yamaha designed the T60 High Thrust platform for applications that regularly move heavier loads, including pontoons, sailboats, houseboats and utility or commercial vessels.
The high-thrust lower unit works with the appropriate Yamaha propeller to move more water and generate useful pushing force. This is particularly valuable when accelerating a heavy boat from rest, maneuvering at low speed, operating against current or maintaining controlled speed while carrying passengers and equipment.
A high-thrust outboard should therefore be selected according to the boat’s hull, displacement, load and intended use rather than comparing horsepower alone with another 60HP engine.
The T60LB uses a 996cc SOHC inline-four-cylinder four-stroke powerhead. The 65 x 75 mm bore and stroke give the engine a relatively compact four-cylinder configuration while providing the displacement required for its 60HP output.
Yamaha specifications place the engine’s full-throttle operating range at approximately 5,000–6,000 RPM, with rated propeller-shaft horsepower of 60HP at approximately 5,500 RPM. The engine is water cooled and uses wet-sump lubrication.
The T60LB uses electronic fuel injection rather than a carburetor. EFI provides electronically controlled fuel delivery across changing engine operating conditions and contributes to the predictable starting, throttle response and fuel management expected from a modern four-stroke outboard.
For owners using the engine for long periods, EFI is also useful because the engine’s fuel system is designed around controlled metering rather than the fixed fuel circuits of a traditional carburetor.
This listing is for the 20-inch T60LB. Yamaha documentation identifies the T60LB as a long-shaft configuration intended for the appropriate transom height.
Correct shaft length is essential when repowering. Before ordering, measure the boat’s transom and compare it with the engine manufacturer’s installation requirements. An incorrectly sized shaft can affect propeller depth, cooling-water intake, handling and overall engine performance.
The T60LB is configured for remote mechanical controls. Unlike a tiller outboard, the operator normally controls the engine from the boat’s helm using steering, throttle and shift controls connected to the outboard.
This makes the T60LB appropriate for boats with a conventional helm arrangement. If you are replacing a tiller outboard, additional steering, throttle, shift and rigging components may be required rather than treating the T60LB as a direct tiller replacement.
The T60LB includes power trim and tilt. Trim allows the operator to adjust the engine’s running angle while underway, helping match the outboard to boat load, water conditions and operating speed. Tilt allows the engine to be raised when launching, trailering or operating in appropriate shallow-water conditions.
Power trim and tilt is especially useful on heavier boats because the operator can make running-angle adjustments from the helm instead of manually lifting the outboard.
The T60LB has a 16-amp alternator output. The charging system can support the boat’s appropriate electrical requirements while the engine is running, subject to the electrical specifications and installation of the vessel.
When repowering a boat, check the existing battery, charging connections, fuse protection and onboard electrical accessories to ensure the installation is compatible with the Yamaha charging system.
Yamaha documentation for the T60LB identifies a 2.33:1 gear ratio. The gear reduction is an important part of the High Thrust configuration because it allows the propeller to operate through the lower unit in a way suited to producing substantial thrust at boat speeds where heavy craft need it most.
Propeller selection remains critical. The correct propeller must allow the engine to reach Yamaha’s recommended full-throttle RPM range under the boat’s normal operating load. Do not select a propeller solely from the pitch used on another 60HP engine.
The T60LB can be a strong fit for boats that spend significant time carrying people, equipment or other loads and need controlled low-speed propulsion. Typical applications include:
Actual performance depends on hull design, total boat weight, passenger load, propeller choice, mounting height, water conditions and the boat manufacturer’s maximum horsepower rating.
The T60LB’s high-thrust lower unit is designed to work with propellers selected for the application’s load and operating profile. Yamaha’s High Thrust propeller systems are intended to provide useful thrust at lower boat speeds, which can be particularly important on heavy-displacement hulls.
A boat that is frequently overloaded or operated at displacement speeds should be evaluated differently from a lightweight planing boat. Propeller selection should always be checked against the engine’s recommended RPM range rather than choosing a propeller simply because it fits the hub.
Published Yamaha T60 specifications identify 87-octane unleaded gasoline as the recommended fuel and Yamaha Yamalube 4M or the specified equivalent as engine oil. Yamaha also recommends appropriate fuel filtration, including a 10-micron fuel/water-separating filter for applicable installations.
Good fuel management is particularly important for an EFI engine. Keep the fuel system clean, use suitable marine fuel practices and follow Yamaha’s storage and maintenance instructions if the boat will sit unused for an extended period.
The Performance Engines listing identifies this particular T60LB as a 2024 model, brand new, with a stated three-year factory warranty. Yamaha warranty terms can vary according to use, market and whether the engine is used for pleasure, commercial or government purposes, so the applicable warranty should be confirmed at the time of purchase.
The listing also states that the advertised price is for the motor only and that labor and rigging components are not included. Financing and trade-in consideration are also stated as available in the original listing. Current price, incentives, financing terms, warranty eligibility and availability should be confirmed before ordering.
Before installing a T60LB, confirm that the boat is rated for 60HP and that its transom is designed for a 20-inch shaft. The physical weight of the engine is also important: Yamaha documentation places the T60LB at approximately 119 kg / 262 lb dry in this configuration.
During a repower, check the transom structure, mounting holes, engine height, steering system, remote throttle and shift controls, electrical harness, battery, fuel system and propeller. A professional installation is particularly important when replacing an engine with a substantially different weight or lower-unit configuration.
This Performance Engines listing describes the T60LB as brand new and available for repowering. The advertised price includes the outboard motor, while labor for rigging and rigging components is not included.
Manufacturer rebates or incentives mentioned in the listing can change over time. Confirm the current advertised price, included equipment, warranty documentation, freight and installation costs before completing the purchase.
The T60LB shares the 60HP rating and 996cc four-cylinder foundation associated with Yamaha’s 60HP platform, but its High Thrust configuration is aimed at a different operating priority. The T60LB emphasizes pushing power, low-speed control and load handling.
If your boat is light and your main objective is high-speed recreational performance, a conventional 60HP configuration may have different characteristics. If your boat is heavier, carries substantial loads or spends considerable time maneuvering at lower speeds, the T60LB’s High Thrust configuration is worth evaluating.
If you are comparing this 60HP High Thrust engine with other Yamaha options, Performance Engines also has listings for different horsepower and application requirements. See the Yamaha 50HP 4-stroke EFI, Yamaha F200 4-stroke, Yamaha F250 4-stroke V6 and 2024 Yamaha F25 25HP listings.
The Yamaha T60LB is rated at 60 horsepower.
The Performance Engines listing identifies this engine as a 2024 Yamaha T60LB.
Yes. The T60LB is a four-stroke outboard with a SOHC inline-four-cylinder powerhead.
The T60LB has 996cc of engine displacement.
Yes. The T60LB uses electronic fuel injection (EFI).
The T60LB in this listing uses a 20-inch shaft.
Yes. The T60LB is equipped with power trim and tilt.
Yes. The T60LB is configured for remote mechanical controls, rather than tiller steering.
Yamaha specifications identify a full-throttle operating range of approximately 5,000–6,000 RPM.
Yamaha specifications for the T60LB identify a 2.33:1 gear ratio.
The T60LB is approximately 262 lb / 119 kg dry in the documented 20-inch configuration.
The T60LB is part of Yamaha’s High Thrust range. Its lower-unit and propeller configuration is designed to emphasize low-speed pushing power and load handling rather than simply maximizing top speed.
The T60LB can suit properly rated pontoons, heavy aluminum boats, sailboats, displacement craft, utility boats and workboats. The boat’s horsepower rating, transom height, weight capacity and intended use must be checked before installation.
Yes. The published specification identifies a 16-amp alternator output.
The T60LB uses unleaded gasoline. Published Yamaha specifications identify 87-octane fuel as the recommended minimum.
Propeller equipment can depend on the exact package and seller configuration. The original Performance Engines listing describes the price as motor-only, so included rigging and accessories should be confirmed before purchase.
Yes, provided the boat is correctly rated for 60HP and can accommodate the 20-inch shaft, engine weight, mounting requirements and remote-control configuration. The transom and complete rigging should be inspected before installation.
The Performance Engines listing states a three-year factory warranty. Exact warranty coverage can vary by use and market, so confirm the applicable Yamaha warranty terms for the purchase.
Looking for a 2024 Yamaha 60HP High Thrust outboard? The T60LB combines 60HP, 996cc EFI power, a 20-inch shaft, remote mechanical controls, electric starting and power trim and tilt with Yamaha’s High Thrust lower-unit configuration. Confirm your boat’s horsepower rating, transom height, weight capacity and intended operating profile before ordering.
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