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DF300AP

DF300AP

DF300AP FEATURES

The DF300AP is Suzuki’s high-performing, award-winning outboard.

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Start system	Electric start
Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection	Standard
Variable valve timing	Standard
Two-stage gear reduction system	Standard
Offset driveshaft	Standard
Over-rev. limiter	Standard
Low oil pressure caution	Standard
Speedometer pickup on gear case	Standard
Suzuki anti-corrosion system	Standard
Suzuki Lean Burn Control System	Standard
Selective rotation	Standard
Suzuki precision control	Standard

SIMILAR OUTBOARDS

DF250AP

DF350A

DF300AP SPECS

Shaft length	X: 635mm (25") \| XX: 762mm (30")
Starting system	Electric
Weight	X: 290kg \| XX: 299kg
Engine type	DOHC 24-valve
Fuel delivery system	Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection
No. of cylinders	V6 (55-degree)
Displacement	4,028cm3
Bore x Stroke	98mm x 89mm
Maximum output	220.7kW
Full throttle operating range	5,700–6,300rpm
Steering	Remote

Oil pan capacity	8.0 litres
Ignition system	Fully-transistorised
Alternator	12V 54A
Engine mounting	Shear mount
Trim method	Power trim & tilt
Gear ratio	2.08:1
Gear shift	F-N-R
Exhaust	Through prop hub exhaust
Propeller selection (pitch)	17"–27.5" (s/s)
Fuel	minimum 95 (RON) octane
Warranty	5 years for recreational use

DF300AP PERFORMANCE TESTS

DF300AP tested on BTB 12m Landing Craft

Test Conditions

Date:	3/08/2013
Location:	Hervey Bay, QLD
Conditions:	1.0-1.5m swell
Temperature:	24deg
Crew:	5

Test Boat: BTB 12m Landing Craft

Length:	12.0m
Beam:	4.0m
Dry Weight:	7500kg
Max Horsepower:	900
Fuel Capacity:	1000L
Weight as tested:	9500kg

Conclusion

Optimal Cruise Speed:	34.1km/h (18 knots)
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity:	408km
Maximum Speed:	34 knots
0-40km/h:	Not recorded

Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP

Horsepower:	300
Cylinder:	V6
Weight:	274kg
Gear Ratio:	2.08:1
Propeller:	Suzuki 16 x 15 3 blade stainless steel

Suzuki Performance Figures

RPM	Av KM/H	L/Hr	Av L/KM
700	5.4	4	0.74
1000	7.6	6.6	0.87
1500	8.7	14.3	1.64
2000	13.3	19.6	1.47
2500	16.3	31.2	1.91
3000	19.3	42.8	2.22
3500	24.8	59.8	2.41
4000	34.1	79.4	2.33
4500	40.7	97	2.38
5000	48.3	105.4	2.18
5500	53.3	147.4	2.76
6000	57.8	198.6	3.44

Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison

DF300AP tested on Powercat 3000

Test Conditions

Date:	29/10/2013
Location:	Bribie Passage, QLD
Conditions:	Good - calm 10-15KN winds
Temperature:	28deg
Crew:	3

Test Boat: Powercat 3000

Length:	10.0m
Beam:	2.8m
Dry Weight:	2000kg (est)
Max Horsepower:	600
Fuel Capacity:	600L
Weight as tested:	2800kg

Conclusion

Optimal Cruise Speed:	49.4km/h (26 knots)
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity:	483km
Maximum Speed:	92km/h (49.7 knots)
0-40km/h:	Not recorded

Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP

Horsepower:	300
Cylinder:	V6
Weight:	279kg
Gear Ratio:	2.08:1
Propeller:	Suzuki 16 x 20 3 blade stainless steel

Suzuki Performance Figures

RPM	Av KM/H	L/Hr	Av L/KM
700	6.5	3.9	0.6
1000	8.8	7.5	0.86
1500	13	15.3	1.18
2000	17	23.8	1.4
2500	28.3	36.3	1.28
3000	39.3	45.8	1.17
3500	49.4	58.5	1.18
4000	58.3	78.1	1.34
4500	64.2	103.3	1.61
5000	73.5	120.4	1.64
5500	80.2	150.4	1.88
6000	89.8	202	2.25

Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison

DF300AP tested on Signature 675F

Test Conditions

Date:	27/11/2013
Location:	Brisbane River, QLD
Conditions:	Light chop
Temperature:	30deg
Crew:	3

Test Boat: Signature 675F

Length:	6.89m
Beam:	2.50m
Dry Weight:	1700kg (est)
Max Horsepower:	300
Fuel Capacity:	280L
Weight as tested:	2300kg (est)

Conclusion

Optimal Cruise Speed:	42.4km/h (22.7 knots)
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity:	443km
Maximum Speed:	77km/h
0-40km/h:	Not recorded

Outboard: Suzuki DF300AP

Horsepower:	300
Cylinder:	V6
Weight:	274kg
Gear Ratio:	2.08:1
Propeller:	Suzuki 16 x 18.5 3 blade stainless steel

Suzuki Performance Figures

RPM	Av KM/H	L/Hr	Av L/KM
700	4.9	1.9	0.4
1000	7.6	3.95	0.55
1500	11	7.35	0.7
2000	13	11	0.85
2500	15.5	17.3	1.15
3000	29.8	22.2	0.7
3500	42.4	28	0.6
4000	51.8	36	0.7
4500	58.3	52	0.8
5000	64.5	64	0.9
5500	70.6	88	1.2
6000	75	98	1.3

Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison

DF300AP tested on Silvertiger 10 M Flybridge Catamaran

Test Conditions

Date:	15/07/2013
Location:	Waitemata Harbour, NZ
Conditions:	10-15 KN winds, slight chop
Temperature:	13deg
Crew:	3

Test Boat: Silvertiger 10 M Flybridge Catamaran

Length:	10m
Beam:	4.5m
Dry Weight:	4800kg
Max Horsepower:	N/A
Fuel Capacity:	700L
Weight as tested:	6000kg (est)

Conclusion

Optimal Cruise Speed:	31.2km/h
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity:	369km
Maximum Speed:	75km/h
0-40km/h:	N/A

Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP

Horsepower:	300
Cylinder:	V6
Weight:	279kg
Gear Ratio:	2.08:1
Propeller:	Suzuki 16 x 17 3 blade stainless steel

Suzuki Performance Figures

RPM	Av KM/H	L/Hr	Av L/KM
700	5.4	6.2	1.15
1000	7.3	7.25	0.99
1500	10.4	14.15	1.36
2000	13.5	19.05	1.41
2500	15.6	32.1	2.05
3000	21.4	46.05	2.15
3500	31.2	57.4	1.84
4000	39.4	78.35	1.99
4500	49	101.95	2.08
5000	56.7	127.9	2.26
5500	62.6	167	2.67
6000	71.3	200	2.8

Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison

DF300AP tested on Spearfish 8.2m

Test Conditions

Date:	23/09/2013
Location:	Mandurah Estuary, WA
Conditions:	0.5 - 1.5 M wind chop, 40-50km/h winds
Temperature:	17deg
Crew:	2

Test Boat: Spearfish 8.2m

Length:	8.2m
Beam:	2.5m
Dry Weight:	2800kg
Max Horsepower:	600
Fuel Capacity:	500L
Weight as tested:	3500kg

Conclusion

Optimal Cruise Speed:	44km/h
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity:	432km
Maximum Speed:	93km/h
0-40km/h:	2.5 sec

Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP

Horsepower:	300
Cylinder:	V6
Weight:	274kg
Gear Ratio:	2.08:1
Propeller:	Suzuki 16 x 21.5 3 blade stainless steel

Suzuki Performance Figures

RPM	Av KM/H	L/Hr	Av L/KM
700	6.5	4.2	0.65
1000	9.7	8.4	0.87
1500	13	16.25	1.25
2000	21	23	1.1
2500	31.5	33.25	1.06
3000	44	48.5	1.1
3500	53	61.5	1.16
4000	62.5	87.5	1.4
4500	70	110	1.57
5000	78	130	1.67
5500	84.5	138.5	1.64
6000	91.5	193.5	2.11

Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison

DF300AP tested on Yamba Welding Naiad 10m commercial

Test Conditions

Date:	26/07/2012
Location:	Yamba, NSW
Conditions:	Calm
Temperature:
Crew:	2

Test Boat: Yamba Welding Naiad 10m commercial

Length:	10.0m
Beam:	2.9m
Dry Weight:
Max Horsepower:	700
Fuel Capacity:	1000L
Weight as tested:	4400kg (est)

Conclusion

Optimal Cruise Speed:	43.5km/h (23.3 knots)
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity:	950km
Maximum Speed:	84.5km/h (45.3 knots)
0-40km/h:

Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF300AP

Horsepower:	300
Cylinder:	V6
Weight:	279kg
Gear Ratio:	2.08:1
Propeller:	Suzuki 16 x 20 3 blade stainless steel

Suzuki Performance Figures

RPM	Av KM/H	L/Hr	Av L/KM
700	9.3	6.7	0.72
1000	13.4	8.5	0.63
1500	15.7	15.2	0.97
2000	22.8	21.1	0.92
2500	33.3	33.6	1.01
3000	43.5	43.7	1
3500	54.9	67.4	1.23
4000	60.9	89	1.46
4500	68.5	96.5	1.41
5000	74.5	112	1.5
5500	82.9	158.5	1.91
6000	84.5	209.5	2.48

Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison