Performance Test Report
Palmer Defiance 260
(2) Honda BF150 - 150 hp
Boat
| Manufacturer | Palmer |
|---|---|
| Model | Defiance 260 |
| Year | |
| Hull Type | Aluminum |
| Length | 25' 10' |
| Beam | 8' 6' |
| Weight (lbs) | 5500 |
| Max HP | 400 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 135 gal |
| Transom Height | |
| Steering | |
| Jack Plate | |
| Website | |
| Address | Port Orchard, WA |
Test Conditions
| Number of People | 2 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Load | |
| Total Weight (lbs) | 8123 |
| Air Temperature | |
| Water Conditions | |
| Elevation | |
| Wind Velocity | |
| Test Date | February 17, 2005 |
Engine
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | BF150 |
| Configuration | Twin |
| Count | 2 |
| Horsepower | 150 |
| Engine Type | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Weight (lbs) | 485 |
| Gear Ratio | 2.14:1 |
| Operating Range (RPM) | |
| Control Type | |
| Mounting Hole | 1 st Hole |
Propeller
| Manufacturer | Solas |
|---|---|
| Model | Titan |
| Material | Stainless |
| Blades | 3 |
| Diameter / Pitch | 15 x 19 |
| Part Numbers |
Acceleration
| Acceleration | |
|---|---|
| Time to Plane |
Performance Data
| RPM | MPH | GPH | MPG | Range (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idle | ||||
| 1000 | 5.0 | 1.3 | 3.85 | |
| 1500 | 7.1 | 2.0 | 3.55 | |
| 2000 | 8.3 | 2.8 | 2.96 | |
| 2500 | 8.9 | 4.6 | 1.94 | |
| 3000 | 12.6 | 6.7 | 1.88 | |
| 3500 | 20.7 | 8.5 | 2.44 | |
| 4000 | 28.2 | 11.7 | 2.41 | |
| 4500 | 34.0 | 14.5 | 2.35 | |
| 5000 | 37.3 | 18.3 | 2.04 | |
| 5500 | 42.4 | 24.0 | 1.77 | |
| 6000 (WOT) | 45.8 | 28.1 | 1.63 |
* - Fuel range (Miles) data based on 90% of fuel capacity
Source: palmer defiance 260 - bf150.pdf
Source: palmer defiance 260 - bf150.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