Performance Test Report
Northwest Jet 218 Lightning
Honda BF225 - 225 hp
Boat
| Manufacturer | Northwest Jet |
|---|---|
| Model | 218 Lightning |
| Year | |
| Hull Type | Aluminum |
| Length | 21' 0' |
| Beam | 8' 0' |
| Weight (lbs) | 2700 |
| Max HP | 350 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 54 gal |
| Transom Height | |
| Steering | |
| Jack Plate | |
| Website | |
| Address | 2212 Commercial Ave. Pasco, WA 99301 |
Test Conditions
| Number of People | 2 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Load | 35 gal |
| Total Weight (lbs) | 3899 |
| Air Temperature | 60 deg |
| Water Conditions | Calm |
| Elevation | 20' |
| Wind Velocity | 0-5 mph |
| Test Date | February 21, 2009 |
Engine
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | BF225 |
| Configuration | Single |
| Count | 1 |
| Horsepower | 225 |
| Engine Type | |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Weight (lbs) | 589 |
| Gear Ratio | 1.86:1 |
| Operating Range (RPM) | |
| Control Type | |
| Mounting Hole | 2nd Hole |
Propeller
| Manufacturer | Solas |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Blades | 3 |
| Diameter / Pitch | 15 x 17 |
| Part Numbers |
Acceleration
| Acceleration | Acceleration 0~20 MPH - 4.65 sec |
|---|---|
| Time to Plane | 4.15 sec |
Performance Data
| RPM | MPH | GPH | MPG | Range (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idle | 4.2 | 0.5 | 8.4 | |
| 1000 | 5.1 | 0.7 | 7.3 | |
| 1500 | 7.2 | 1.4 | 5.1 | |
| 2000 | 8.9 | 2.4 | 3.7 | |
| 2500 | 14.2 | 3.1 | 4.6 | |
| 3000 | 21.7 | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
| 3500 | 27.6 | 6.4 | 4.3 | |
| 4000 | 30.1 | 7.7 | 3.9 | |
| 4500 | 34.0 | 13.4 | 2.5 | |
| 5000 | 37.3 | 15.9 | 2.3 | |
| 5500 | 41.5 | 19.6 | 2.1 | |
| 5800 (WOT) | 43.3 | 20.1 | 2.1 |
* - Fuel range (Miles) data based on 90% of fuel capacity
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