Yamaha
Yamaha Saltwater Series XL4 HP
The Saltwater Series XL4 HP by Yamaha is a 4-blade propeller.
The essentials: what sets this series apart
- largest diameter of the comparison: 15.38″more blade area (thrust, load), only for gearcases that accept it
Head to head with its direct rivals
Comparison of the Saltwater Series XL4 HP series against Suzuki Watergrip 4 Blade · Mercury Racing Maximus · Solas Rubex L4, at a comparable diameter class.
| Characteristic | Yamaha Saltwater Series XL4 HP | Suzuki Watergrip 4 Blade | Mercury Racing Maximus | Solas Rubex L4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 15.38″ | 15.25″ | 15–15.63″ | 15.25″ |
| Pitch range | 22–24″ | 20–26″ | 23–35″ | 18–28″ |
| Blades | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Rotation | Right + left | Right hand | Right + left | Right + left |
| Hub / kit | SDS | Moyeu carré interchangeable Suzuki | n/a | Interchangeable hub (RBX) |
Key figures
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Blades
- 4
- Diameter
- 15.375"
- Pitch range
- 22–24"
- Rotation
- Right + left
- Hub / kit
- SDS
Use cases
OffshoreAccélérationCoque a step
Published compatibilities
Yamaha V8 5.3L
Example part numbers
6AW-45B76-20-006AX-45B76-20-006AW-45B74-20-006AX-45B74-20-00
Sources and technical context
- Yamaha Outboards - Large Boats · 2026 · EN