2026 Yamaha Outboards High Thrust 60 hp 20 in

2026 Yamaha Outboards High Thrust 60 hp 20 in

HIGH THRUST
Mechanical or Tiller: 60 hp, 50 hp, 9.9 hp | Mechanical: 25 hp

It’s a mild, early-summer night. The sun’s gone down and the nav lights are on as you quietly troll your home lake for walleye. There’s nothing like a Yamaha High Thrust kicker for keeping the hours off your main outboard. Available in 60, 50, 25 and 9.9 horsepower, they produce up to 60 percent more forward thrust and up to 70 percent more in reverse than standard outboards of the same horsepower. This means they’re also great for pushing sailboats and heavy pontoons. Add maneuverability and muscle to your day with a Yamaha High Thrust outboard.  

60 HP
Our 996-cc 60-hp High Thrust outboard is a powerful addition to a day spent on the pontoon or houseboat. Its SOHC four-cylinder design, composite long-track intake system, large lower unit and high gear ratio mean it packs a lot of thrust in a compact design.

• 262 pounds
• 20” shaft length
• Solid 16-amp alternator
• Power Trim & Tilt

Features may include: 

More Thrust

• The Higher Gear Ratio on Yamaha’s High Thrust outboards make these powerhouses ideal for heavy pontoons and other applications that require an extra measure of muscle.

Max Muscle

• Increase thrust up to 60 percent in forward and 70 percent in reverse with a large-diameter, low-pitch Dual Thrust™ propeller. They're optional on our High Thrust T50 and T60, and standard on our T25 and T9.9, and are perfect for sailboats and pontoons. They can also be used on Yamaha Midrange outboards with 4.25" K gearcases.

Optimum Performance

• Microcomputer Ignition adjusts timing to maintain optimum engine performance, economy and power under all conditions.

Single Overhead Camshaft

• A Single Overhead Camshaft (SOHC) design creates a compact, lightweight, space-saving design.

Fuel Economy

• Precision Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection on the T60 and T50 delivers the exact amount of fuel needed for optimum performance and efficiency. Yamaha’s EFI optimizes fuel atomization, further enhancing fuel economy.

ERGONOMIC CONTROL

• Yamaha’s award-winning, Multi-Function Tiller Handle (optional on T60/T50) features an ergonomic design for easy shifting, better grip and less rotation from idle to wide-open throttle. This reduces operator fatigue for a full day of enjoyable boating. Truly multi-function, its features include throttle, throttle friction control, shift lever, key switch, stop switch and a Power Trim & Tilt switch.

EASY ENGINE FLUSHING

• A Freshwater Flush Device allows you to flush the engine without running it, for added convenience and extended engine life.