Honda BF60A1JRTA 45HP Outboard – Jet Drive, Remote
Straight talk: Honda BF60A1JRTA generates 45 horsepower. Jet propulsion trades a prop for a pump built for shallow rivers. Common on mid-size aluminum and fiberglass boats. Well matched to mid-size aluminum and fiberglass boats.
- Jet drive, no propeller
- 45 horsepower on tap
- Remote steering, hands-free operation
- Backed by standard marine warranty
- Built for shallow, rocky water
Description
Support Honda BF60AK1LHTC when a heavy aluminum tiller boat or bay skiff needs 60 HP and direct control from the motor. Its 998 cc inline three-cylinder SOHC 4-stroke engine uses 12 valves and produces 60 HP. Honda BF60AK1LHTC is a 20-inch tiller outboard with Programmed Fuel Injection, electric starting, Power Trim and Tilt, and 17 net charging amps. BLAST, Lean Burn Control, NMEA 2000, and trolling control are listed features.
The 253-lb dry weight should be included in transom, battery, trailer, and balance calculations. Its 5,000–6,000 RPM full-throttle range provides a reference for propeller setup, while the 2.07:1 gear ratio supports standard forward, neutral, and reverse operation. Power Trim and Tilt allows engine-angle adjustment from the tiller arrangement. Confirm the boat’s 20-inch transom, horsepower rating, steering clearance, electrical requirements, and propeller selection before installation.
Key Features of Honda BF60AK1LHTC
- Mount the 20-inch long shaft on compatible heavy aluminum fishing boats and bay skiffs.
- Programmed Fuel Injection — manages fuel delivery within the 998 cc three-cylinder engine.
- 60 HP output provides a defined propulsion level for properly rated tiller boats.
- 253 lbs dry weight affects transom capacity, battery placement, and total boat balance.
- Multi-Function Tiller keeps steering, throttle, shifting, and selected controls at the outboard.
- Power Trim and Tilt adjusts running position during acceleration, cruising, docking, and trailering.
- BLAST, Lean Burn Control, and trolling control provide the listed operating features.
- NMEA 2000 compatibility connects supported engine information with compatible marine displays.
Why Choose the Honda BF60AK1LHTC
This model gives tiller-boat operators access to 60 HP with the controls kept directly at the engine. Fuel injection and Power Trim and Tilt add equipment beyond a basic portable setup, while NMEA 2000 compatibility supports selected electronics installations.
- Tiller control suits direct boat handling
- 60 HP supports approved aluminum hulls
- Power trim assists running-angle adjustment
Applications & Use Cases
Honda BF60AK1LHTC is intended for heavy aluminum tiller fishing boats, bay skiffs, and similar 20-inch-transom hulls. It can support fishing, shoreline travel, utility boating, and recreational operation when the vessel accepts the engine’s weight, tiller layout, and 60 HP output.
- Heavy aluminum tiller boats
- Bay skiffs with long transoms
- Fishing hulls using direct control
Warranty, Support & Maintenance
Routine service should follow the applicable Honda owner’s manual and include engine oil, gearcase lubricant, filters, spark plugs, cooling-system inspection, battery checks, tiller controls, Power Trim and Tilt, and NMEA 2000 connections. The supplied information identifies a 5-year non-declining warranty. Confirm fluid quantities and dealer support before purchase.
Honda 40HP BF60A1JRTA Jet Drive Specs
| Brand | Honda Marine |
| Full Model Code | BF60A1JRTA (Jet) |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Engine Family/Series | L3 Performance Jet |
| Engine Type | Inline 3 / 12-Valve SOHC / 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 1.0 Liter (998 cc) |
| Horsepower | 40 HP (At the Pump) / 60 HP (Powerhead) |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 - 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Alternator Output | 22 Amps (17 Charging Amps) |
| Gear Ratio | 1.00:1 (Direct Drive Jet) |
| Shaft Length | 20" (Designed for 25" Jet Transoms) |
| Dry Weight | 118 kg (260 lbs) |
| Bore x Stroke | 73 x 79.5 mm |
| Starting & Steering System | Electric w/ Remote Mechanical Control |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Oil Capacity | 2.6L |
| Recommended Fuel | 86 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 5-Year Non-Declining |
| Application | Shallow water river running where prop protection is critical. |












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