Performance Test Report
Tidewater Boats 232
Honda BF250 - 250 hp
Boat
| Manufacturer | Tidewater Boats |
|---|---|
| Model | 232 |
| Year | |
| Hull Type | Fiberglass CC |
| Length | 23' |
| Beam | 8' 10' |
| Weight (lbs) | 3200 |
| Max HP | 300 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 103 gal. |
| Transom Height | |
| Steering | |
| Jack Plate | |
| Website | |
| Address | 120 Glassmaster Rd Lexington, SC 29072 |
Test Conditions
| Number of People | 2 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Load | 80 gal. |
| Total Weight (lbs) | 4715 |
| Air Temperature | 90 |
| Water Conditions | Calm |
| Elevation | Sea Level |
| Wind Velocity | 5-10 MPH |
| Test Date | 6/25/13 |
Engine
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | BF250 |
| Configuration | Single |
| Count | 1 |
| Horsepower | 250 |
| Engine Type | |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Weight (lbs) | 610 |
| Gear Ratio | 2:1 |
| Operating Range (RPM) | |
| Control Type | |
| Mounting Hole | 2 nd |
Propeller
| Manufacturer | Solas |
|---|---|
| Model | Lexor |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blades | 3 |
| Diameter / Pitch | 15 X 17' |
| Part Numbers |
Acceleration
| Acceleration | |
|---|---|
| Time to Plane | 4.75 sec |
Performance Data
| RPM | MPH | GPH | MPG | Range (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idle | 2.8 | 0.5 | 5.5 | |
| 1000 | 4.6 | 0.9 | 5.1 | |
| 2000 | 7.7 | 2.5 | 3.1 | |
| 3000 | 16.0 | 4.5 | 3.5 | |
| 4000 | 28.5 | 7.7 | 3.7 | |
| 5000 | 37.5 | 14.1 | 2.7 | |
| 6000 | 45.0 | 21.5 | 2.1 | |
| WOT | 48.5 | 22.4 | 2.1 |
* - Fuel range (Miles) data based on 90% of fuel capacity
Source: bf250-tidewater.pdf
Source: bf250-tidewater.xlsx
Data presented should be used as a guide. Actual results may vary due to changes in weather, water conditions, elevation and load. Honda reserves the right to change the specifications on this report or it’s engines without notice