Engine Type |
Inline 2-Cylinder E-TEC D.I. |
Bore x Stroke – in (mm) |
3.62 x 2.60 (92 x 66) |
Displacement – cu in (cc) L |
53 (864) |
Gear Ratio |
2.9:1 |
Full Throttle RPM Range |
5500-6000 RPM |
Weight – lbs (kg) |
240 (109) |Â 250 (113) |
Starting |
Electric |
Controls |
Mechanical / Tiller |
Fuel Induction |
E-TEC Direct Injection with stratified low RPM combustion mode |
Alternator Output |
81 Amps Total / 25 Net Dedicated |
Steering |
Remote (Tiller acc.) |Â Tiller |
Trim Method |
Power Trim & Tilt |
Shaft Length – in (mm) |
20 (508) |
The 55 had plenty of grunt for powering tinnies to 5.2 metres and was economical for a carbie two stroke of its output. The deep 2.42:1 gear ratio effectively converted engine torque to thrust at the prop whereas the Japanese competition at the time had much taller gearing. Their smaller, lower units meant less drag at planing speeds but also slower hole shots due to greater prop slip — even though engines like Suzuki’s 798cc DT50/60 developed more torque. EVINRUDE E-TEC 60HP Outboard Motor
The 55 was later up-rated to a 60 that survived until Outboard Marine Corporation went under in 2000. A sad time for those of us weaned on Johnson outboards from our childhood.
During its steady development, the 55 was also released in a commercial version with overhead recoil starting and a massive 2.67:1 gear ratio for pushing heavy work boats. This lower unit was retained for the E-TEC 40 to 60 range released in the mid 2000s.EVINRUDE E-TEC 60HP Outboard Motor
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