re: Nauticstar Hybrid Reviews

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The standard 200 yamaha being an in-line 4 cyl just doesn't have the oomph that the V6 versions do. A 225 SHO or 250 would be ideal on that boat.

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I can attest to this. I have a 224xts and if I’m alone or with my son fishing, the 200 is ok but i would still rather a 250 so I could cruise at less rpm’s. If I’m loaded with 8 people and gear going to a sand bar, it’s an absolute dog. As tigahd said, doesn’t have the oomph. Big difference when jumping to 6 cylinder. It also opens up more prop options. Part of the problem is it’s a decently heavy hull, 60+ gallons of fuel, gear, 4 batteries etc. then if you add 8 people or try pulling a tube, a 200 isn’t gonna cut it.