biggest out board made

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by longliner45, Nov 5, 2007.

  1. longliner45
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    what is the biggest ,and most powerfull outboard engine made ,,,thanks,longliner
     
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  3. longliner45
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    thanks arty,,,,,,,,I saw a giant outboard on a police boat at lake erie,,,it looked about 8 ft high and had a prop about 2 ft ,I didnt know if it was gas or diesle,and I have a small debate with the guys at work ,,pro bass fishers,,,,thanks again ,,longliner
     
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    "Largest"

    The Merc racing F1 V6 engines can run 400 HP when perfectly tuned..
     

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    There are many barges fitted with DD 8v71 and a leg that lowers into the water, outboard style,Does that Qualify as an outboard?

    The diesel is bolted to the deck, and uses a radiator to cool .

    Not fast , but think of the bollard pull!

    FF
     
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