To date, the motorcycle market is represented huge selection outboard motors. The main producing countries are Japan, America and China. And if earlier users tried to bypass Chinese technology and made a choice in favor of American and Japanese motors, now everything has changed.
Advantages of Chinese outboard motors
The main advantage of Chinese outboard motors is low cost. Their prices are at least two times lower than for motors from other manufacturers. Thanks to this feature, Chinese outboard motors are popular all over the world.
Reliability is also an advantage Chinese engines. Despite the prevailing stereotypes that Chinese technology is not of the best quality, China is currently producing motors that can compete even with American manufacturers. In addition, do not forget that each motor produced undergoes international certification, so there is no doubt about the quality of these products.
Motor power
When choosing a boat motor, first of all, you need to decide on the power. The choice depends on the purpose for which the unit is purchased.
- 2-6 l. With. The "weakest" units, capable of reaching speeds of no more than 10 km / h. In addition, the speed is significantly reduced when moving against the current. Best suited for calm rivers and lakes.
- 7-15 l. With. More stable, two-cylinder engines. They weigh about 35 kg. By installing such a unit on a boat, you can reach speeds of up to 30 km / h. Such motors are suitable for reaching long distances.
- Motors over 15 HP With. This type motors are not economical and it is not advisable to purchase them for such purposes as fishing. However, such motors are suitable for overcoming long distances, while they allow you to develop a fairly fast speed.
The best Chinese outboard motors
HDX (HONDEX)
Motors of this brand can be deservedly called the best of those produced in China. Representatives of this line meet all international quality standards.
If you need a high-quality and inexpensive outboard motor, we recommend that you pay attention to the HDX 2.5 BMS model. Features of this model:
- volume, 74.5 cm3;
- start - manual;
- fuel tank - 5 l;
- control type - tiller;
- ignition - TCI.
This unit is adapted to even the most “harsh” weather conditions, so there is no doubt about its reliability.
If you need a more powerful motor, the HDX F5 BMS model should meet all your expectations. This is a four-stroke, single-cylinder engine, weighing 24.5 kg. additional characteristics motor:
- working volume - 112 cubic meters. cm;
- control - tiller;
- start - manual;
- ignition - TCI;
- built-in tank capacity - 3 liters.
Parsun
This brand is actively gaining momentum and can already compete with the leaders in the outboard motor market. That is why the models of this manufacturer are popular in countries such as the USA and Canada.
Attention! To avoid confusion, it is worth noting that in Russia this manufacturer presents its products under the Golfstream brand.
If you are looking for an economical option high power note the two-stroke, single-cylinder Golfstream T2BMS. If you need a more powerful, four-stroke unit, then the F2,6BMS model is what you need.
Sailor
The manufacturer offers good products for relatively low price. Of the low-power units, the most practical model is GM - T2.6. Distinctive feature of this motor - compactness, as well as low weight. The model is equipped with water cooling, this function allows the motor to work continuously for a long time, which makes you feel more comfortable while driving.
Of the higher power models, GM-T 4.0 can be distinguished. Here are some specifications unit:
- volume - 83 cubic meters. cm;
- ignition - CDI;
- engine type - single-cylinder, two-stroke;
- tank capacity - 5 l;
- cooling - water.
Advice. If you are looking for an economical option, then pay attention to these and other models of Sailor motors. Low price doesn't really talk about poor quality Sailor brand motors are proof of this.
jet marine
Another line that proved to the world that China began to produce really high-quality outboard motors. Of all the manufacturers listed, the units jet marine the most original and modern appearance.
Among users, the Jet T5BMS model is the most popular. Model power - 5 liters. s., number of cycles - 2, control - tiller, built-in tank - 2.8 l, working volume - 103 cu. s, number of cylinders - 1. This motor adapted to any weather. Jet motors Marine may well become a budget alternative to global brands such as YAMAHA, so when choosing, we recommend not to pass by.
Choosing a boat motor is not the easiest thing, but this article provides the main selection criteria, as well as examples the best units. We hope this will help you decide and purchase a suitable motor for your purposes, which will serve you for a long time and reliably.
Choosing a Chinese outboard motor - video
Some time ago on Russian market outboard motors appeared outboard motors of Chinese manufacturers. Moreover, recently the number of brands of such pendants has increased significantly. And if earlier only two trademarks Parsun and Sail were more or less widespread, now there are already about a dozen such brands.
For a buyer who decides to purchase a Chinese outboard motor, the decisive factor is the price and quality of the motor, its reliability and adequate specifications. Prices for motors from Chinese manufacturers are naturally lower than for similar Japanese and American ones. famous brands, which have long been present on the suspension market. So, we have a dilemma: a well-known brand - high quality, Chinese - in best case if we get lucky.
Most Chinese motors are based on Yamaha and Tohatsu outboard motors. How do Chinese factories do it? Do they completely copy or make their own modifications? This is known only to the manufacturers themselves, so let's leave it to their conscience. The price component of outboard motors includes the costs of engineering development and research, and ensuring the quality of the materials themselves in the manufacture of the final product, and the cost of wages employees and promotion costs trademark around the world and many others. In such industries, the equipment on which the factories work and the accuracy of processing parts are also important. Can Chinese motors be on par with brand name outboard motors? Of course not. There is no point in having any illusions about this.
It is difficult to decide which brand of Chinese outboard motor is better to choose and whether it is worth choosing a "Chinese" at all. The situation is further complicated by the fact that, as mentioned above, these Chinese stamps there have been too many lately. Any company can negotiate with one of the Chinese factories for the purchase of a certain batch of outboard motors under a logo invented by her. All that remains is to receive publicly available information about factories via the Internet, which, by the way, is very limited. Of course, there are no statistics on repair calls from service centers.
Suzhou Parsun Power Machine Co., Ltd. started operations in 1995, located in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, under the current name, was formed as joint venture in 2001. Started with production gasoline generators, for which it is the third largest manufacturer in the world, and water pumps, for which it ranks first in China. The company has a history of working with OMC (at that time Johnson and Evinrude) in the development of some components of their powerful outboards in the late 90s. Since 2006, it has been producing outboard motors under the Parsun brand, including HDX outboard motors. Cylinder blocks and gearboxes are individually rigorously tested. And after assembly, before packing, each outboard motor runs for an hour.
Suzhou Power Max Power Co., Ltd. is a group of companies headquartered in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. The group includes Jiangsu Tiger Yacht Manufacture Co., Ltd., located in the city of Haimen in the same province, which manufactures Sail outboard motors. With rich experience in the production of small gasoline generators, manufactured by Suzhou Tiger Power Machine Co., Ltd since 1996 and a member of the same group, in 2003, it was decided to invest 5,000,000 USD in the production of Sail outboard motors. Two-stroke engines with 9.9, 15 and 40 hp were produced. After successful sales of these motors, in 2006-2007 the lineup expanded with four-strokes from 2.5 to 15 hp Before the last quality control, each outboard motor runs in a test tank for an hour.
Hangzhou Hidea Power Machinery Co., Ltd. is located in Hangzhou City, the capital of Zhejiang Province. The company produces Hidea outboard motors, starting in this field just a few years ago. Like all major Chinese outboard motor manufacturers, the company has its own research center, strong quality control department and after-sales service department. She also cooperates with the Chinese automaker FAW. The traditional line for Chinese manufacturers is presented: 2-stroke engines from 2.5 to 40 hp. and 4-stroke engines from 2.5 to 15 hp Before final packaging, each motor is subjected to a 2-hour test.
Chongqing Zongshen-Selva Marine Co., Ltd. is a joint venture between Chongqing Zongshen Industrial Group and Italian manufacturer Selva outboard motors - Selva Marine S.P.A., founded in 2007. The company is located in the central city of Chongqing. Selva owns 50% of the shares (in turn, Selva owns 10% of the shares Japanese companies Yamaha and Yanmar). The company produces Zongshen outboard motors. Zongshen Industrial Group specializes in thermodynamic manufacturing including injection molding and machining. It produces motorcycles, motor cultivators, water pumps, generators, engines and other engineering products. The line of outboard motors is represented by 2 stroke motors from 9.9 to 35 hp and four-stroke ... single-cylinder (!) 8 and 9.9 hp. Probably all of these motors are also sold under the Selva brand.
Zhejiang Shunfeng Power Machinery Manufacturer Co.,Ltd. is a privately held company founded in 2000. It is located in Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province. The main direction of the company is gasoline engines Not high power, chainsaws, brush cutters, trimmers, car washes high pressure, agropulverizers, snowmobiles, ATVs, outboard motors, fiberglass and inflatable boats. The company positions itself as an OEM manufacturer. Outside of OEM orders, the company produces Hyfong outboard motors, 2-stroke and 4-stroke from 2.5 to 15 hp. Diesel suspensions from 6 to 20 hp are also produced.
Wenling City Daxi Donghai Machine Factory is a private enterprise founded in 1998, located in Wenling City, Zhejiang Province. The company is an OEM manufacturer of pumps, seamers, inflatable boats, outboard motors and other equipment. For Chinese market offers Donghai 2-stroke outboard motors from 2 to 6 hp. and 4-stroke 4, 5 and 6 hp
Taizhou Gongda Motorcycle Accessories Co.,Ltd- was founded in 1993 and specialized in the production of parts and accessories for Chinese motorcycle enterprises. Later, the company turned its attention to the outboard motor and inflatable boat market and founded Wenling Yuanhang Marine Equipment Factory in 2003. The factory is located in Wenling City, Zhejiang Province. For the Chinese market, 2-stroke Hangkai outboard motors from 2 to 6 hp are offered.
In addition to these companies, several more OEM manufacturers met, among which there are outboard motors of any one power (most often four-stroke 15 hp) or just a few power categories. The company also met Jiangxi Weimin Machinery Corporation, Ltd., which has a rather serious production base, a research center and a quality control system that produces various components for Chinese automakers, and Weimin outboard motors, with a power of 15 (with a long leg), 55 and 60 hp. Motors Weimin 55 hp supplied to the Chinese People's Army, which certainly speaks in favor of their quality. However, as you can see, the lineup is represented by only three models, and even those that cannot be classified as popular.
Outboard motors are a pretty interesting and fun thing. But for an ordinary fisherman or a lover to cut through the waves, the question arises point-blank what to buy: a Chinese or Japanese motor? In this article, we will try to dispel many myths about outboard motors, compare Chinese brands, select an engine for different needs and answer questions. main question: Is it worth it to overpay?
Engine selection by power
Each outboard motor user buys this technique for certain tasks. They are different, ranging from moving along a small pond and ending with forced marches for many kilometers from home.
If you need your small inflatable boat to move on a small lake or pond, then the engine is 2-3.5 Horse power enough with your head. Such a unit is economical, easy to maintain and leads the ranking of Chinese outboard motors in sales. If you like to move through the water for considerable distances, you need a completely different device and an order of magnitude stronger in power.
But much still depends on the particular vessel. Boat manufacturers write the maximum power rating on the nameplate. outboard motor, which can be installed on the transom. It is for this reason that experienced captains advise buying an engine first, and then choosing a boat for it.
Two- and four-stroke outboard motors
In addition to the above subtleties, there is one more: motors are divided into four-stroke and two-stroke. Briefly, their features:
- four-stroke engines are quieter and much more economical, but their weight is not small;
- two-stroke motors are easy to operate, gluttonous and work an order of magnitude louder.
If the weight of your " iron horse", then you should pay attention to the latter. If you need to save fuel, then the first option will be the best choice.
Manufacturers
There are quite a few manufacturers of outboard motors in China. However, engines are often assembled at the same factory, but with different caps and stickers.
The very first and most successful outboard motors in China appeared under the Parsun brand. This company is still considered the best manufacturer of such products to this day. If you look at the outboard motor market, you can still see such brands as Hidea, Seanovo, Mikatsu. All these motors are assembled at the same factory and the difference between Hidea 3.5 and Seanovo 3.5 is only in caps and stickers. But it is worth noting that these units are quite reliable, and their price is slightly lower than that of the same Parsun.
If you look at even cheaper options, then you definitely need to remember the Chinese Hankai outboard motors. Only oars can be cheaper than Hangkai. The reliability of such technology is already an order of magnitude lower. The quality of the materials leaves much to be desired, and the assembly often fails. But it is worth noting that many people use motors of this brand and do not complain about anything.
Outboard motors for 2 liters. With.
Two-horsepower outboard motors are the most popular among owners of small PVC boats. This is due to the low cost of the kit and ease of use. A motor of such power does not need to be learned to operate, but with its maximum speed the child can do it too.
It offers not so many models of two-horsepower outboard motors. Good feedback get Sea-Pro T 2.5, Parsun T 2.6 and their 4-stroke brothers. Hangkai T 2 is the cheapest Chinese outboard motor that is produced on the market. Reviews about him vary, but, as they say, to each his own. If we compare 2 forces and 2.6, then there will be no difference in them. The cubature of such engines is the same, so the power of 2.6 horsepower is just marketing ploy companies to entice people to buy a motor.
Outboard motors 3.5 l. With.
Three and a half horsepower is enough to slowly move around the pond if you have a three-meter (or more) PVC or metal boat. Such an engine is very popular because of its cost and reliability. There is nothing to break there, and if you do not specifically kill the piece of iron, then it will last for quite a long time.
Choice of Chinese 3.5 liter outboard motors. With. small. If you want reliability, then you need to take Parsun or Hidea. There is practically no difference in these motors. The reliability of these two brands has been tested for years and is not discussed. In the cheaper segment are Yamabisi and Hangkai motors. If you are well versed in motorcycle technology, then you can take the device cheaper. The main condition is to carry out maintenance in a timely manner and pour the correct proportions of oil and gasoline if it is a two-stroke engine.
Differences in outboard motors 3.5 liters. With. can be in the cubic capacity of the unit and in various small things that do not affect the operation of the engine. Often our Chinese friends overestimate the power, and instead of a 3.5 liter engine. With. you may have a 3 liter engine. With. As a rule, this is a marketing ploy to attract buyers with additional power.
Outboard motors up to 5 hp. With.
There are very few such engines. As a rule, manufacturers do not produce Chinese outboard motors up to 5 hp. With. (4 and 4.5), and jump immediately to 5. There is nothing special to say about the five-horsepower engine. This golden mean, which is often chosen by fans to ride a small PVC boat at a decent speed.
These motors can lift small and light three-meter PVC boats onto the glider. An important nuance of planing on such a kit is the weight of the captain. The lower the weight of the entire kit with a person on board, the more confidently and faster the boat will jump onto the glider.
It is worth noting that Chinese outboard motors are most often copied from Japanese counterparts. Most parts for Parsun 5 fit from Yamaha 5. In 2018, Chinese factories learned how to copy Japanese expensive motors and for this reason have become much more reliable than in 2010.
An example of a five-horsepower engine is the two-stroke Parsun T 5.8 BMS or the four-stroke Hidea HDF 5. The power of these two engines is the same, but the two-stroke Parsun is a couple of kilograms lighter in weight. Such engines can run all day if you pour the recommended gasoline and do not run them without water. If the budget has been cut a lot, and you want to move on water with a five-horsepower engine, then you can pay attention to the Hangkai 5.6. Such an assistant will not hit the pocket, and at the same time will please the owner for a long time. But it is not recommended to buy Hangkai motors for beginners who are not particularly versed in motorcycle technology.
6 horsepower outboard motors
Six-horsepower motors are most often identical to 5-horsepower models. Many manufacturers producing such units cut power to 5 forces. different ways. Most often, this is the replacement of a jet with a smaller diameter and a throttle that does not open the damper to the end. Thus, a 6-strength motor becomes a five. For this reason, many captains refer to 6 forces as a strangled five and 5 forces as a strangled six. There is little difference in such motors, and it is quite difficult to feel 1 horsepower. Therefore, there is no point in buying six-horsepower engines, it is better to immediately jump to 9.8 liters. With.
9.8 horsepower outboard motors
Engines of 9.8 horsepower are quite a serious technique that gives a decent speed on a PVC boat (30-40 km per hour with one captain and 25-35 km per hour with a skipper). Such motors must be securely attached to the transom of the boat, since a blow to an underwater obstacle on high speeds is fraught with loss of the motor and, in the worst case, injury to passengers.
Chinese outboard motors for 9.8 liters. With. a great many and they are all copied from Japanese models. Sea-Pro T9.8, Parsun 9.8 engines receive good reviews. It is worth mentioning that two-stroke engines such power will simply devour oil. Since oil dissolves in gasoline in proportions of 50 parts of fuel to 1 part of oil, it is possible to calculate how much and for what amount the engine will gobble up the gasoline-oil mixture per hour. If traveling on the water surface is supposed to be a lot, then you should think about four-stroke engine.
9.9 horsepower outboard motors
Boat motors Chinese made at 9.9 forces, they are almost always placed permanently on a boat or boat. For this reason, many captains refuse to push-pull technology and make a choice in favor of a four-stroke. Since no one will carry motors of such power on the hump, the meaning of two cycles disappears. Such engines are always exact, exactly an exact copy of Japanese engines. There are no problems with them. Such a technique for correct operation able to please for many years.
Chinese high power motors
In China, the market for equipment of such power is not large. Many companies finish the lines of their models just on Chinese 9.9 liter outboard motors. With. Wider opportunities are laid in Japanese technology. Its power can reach up to 100 or more horsepower. In China, only large companies - Parsun and Hidea - are engaged in the production of such models. They produce outboard motors up to 50 horsepower.
There is practically no point in buying such large Chinese-made motors. No matter what they say, Japanese technology is head and shoulders above the Chinese in terms of reliability. No one wants to get stuck somewhere dozens of miles from the coast because of a broken engine. Even a small risk of engine breakdown in such cases is unacceptable.
Yes, and wear the same piston installation an engine that threshes water without interruption for hours will be more than a low-power unit, which is needed only to deliver the captain and skipper to the point of fishing. For these reasons, Chinese outboard motors end at around 9.9.
Which Chinese outboard motor is better? Manufacturer rating
For a long time now, two companies - Parsun and Hidea - cannot share the first place. The engines of these two companies are deservedly in the first place in the rating of Chinese water equipment. Customers are satisfied with both the reliability of low power motors and the price at which they are sold. In addition, these two companies are always ready to provide you with spare parts and offer service in qualified service centers.
On the step below are Chinese-made outboard motors Sea-Pro, Hangkai and Yamabisi. The performance of these engines is at a decent level, and they are worth every penny spent on them. With spare parts and service, things are not as good as we would like. Most often, it is unrealistic to find parts, and you have to buy Japanese spare parts (fortunately, all these motors are copied from Japanese ones).
Problems of Chinese outboard motors
Most often, Chinese motors are criticized by the owners of Japanese models. However, this criticism is not always justified. People, for example, declare the unreliability of Chinese motors, but even in Japanese models, despite the quality of workmanship, breakdowns are possible.
What myths are spread about replicas? First of all, we talk about materials. On the World Wide Web, you can often see opinions that Chinese outboard motors are made of raw metal. You should not believe in such stories, because in fact the metal is not raw. He may be a little worse quality than famous brands.
In Chinese technology, brittle plastic most often breaks. Poor-quality assembly of the motor can also lead to breakdowns (for example, not completely tightened nuts). Some of our Chinese friends might forget to connect the security check wires. A person, having bought such an engine and arrived at a pond, will rather pump up his biceps than start with manual starter this motor. Similar cases are not common, but they do happen. For this reason, it is worth checking the equipment at home in a barrel of water before leaving.
The difference between "Chinese" and "Japanese"
If you put 2 motors side by side (Chinese and Japanese of the same power), even an experienced minder will not see the difference in them. First of all, brand differences. In our time beautiful name in and of itself is worth a lot of money. For example, Yamaha, Tohatsu, Honda - Japanese stamps. By purchasing such motors, we pay first of all for the name. And now pay attention to Parsun. The technique of this brand tops the rating of Chinese outboard motors. Every year, Parsun models are becoming more expensive due to the improvement in the quality of their production.
It is also worth considering that the Chinese often sin by copying outboard motors. If, for example, the motor is copied from the legendary Yamaha, then how can it be bad? With proper care and maintenance, any equipment will serve for many years and it does not matter whether the purchased Chinese outboard motor belongs to best models.
Rules for the operation of outboard motors
Having bought a boat motor, first of all you need to read the instructions. After studying this entertaining book, you can begin to check the engine. First you need to stretch all the nuts, check that nothing is hanging. Next, you need to pour fuel into the tank, lower the engine into the water and start the outboard motor.
When starting the engine, often people forget to insert the key (safety insurance check). Without this check, the engine will not start.
It is strongly not recommended to start the engine on land without water. Almost all motors (except for swamps) are water-cooled. In the boot of the unit there is an impeller that drives water through the tube into the engine block. If you start the outboard motor without water, nothing will happen to the engine itself in a couple of minutes, and it will not overheat, but the impeller, which itself is cooled by water, will burn out, melt and start to smell something bad. And finally: it is worth filling in exactly the fuel and oil that are indicated by the manufacturer in the service book or instructions.
Any boat owner sooner or later decides to buy a boat motor. This is natural - the presence of a motor significantly expands the capabilities of the vessel and allows you to get much more pleasure from fishing. And then the inevitable question arises - which motor to buy?
What boat motor to buy?
Traditionally, the Japanese are the leaders in the outboard motor market: Suzuki, Tohatsu, Yamaha and so on. But recently, Chinese outboard motors have begun to appear in our country, having the same characteristics as the “Japanese” in their passports, but at the same time they are cheaper by 15-30%. Considering that the main stratum of our citizens barely falls short of the traditional European middle class, the price is a decisive factor for buying. Therefore, many people seriously think about the fact that why overpay for a Yamaha, if you can buy a Parsun that is no different.
In fact, the difference in price between the "Chinese" and "Japanese" is quite justified and has a number of real factors, which will be discussed below. To make it easier, consider the main disadvantages that motors made in China have.
Disadvantages of Chinese outboard motors
True to their traditions of copying everything and everything, often without bothering with the purchase of licenses and patents, a number of Chinese factories produce their own analogues of Japanese motors. For example, the same Suzhou Tiger Power Machine produces its own line of Sail motors, which are practically clones Japanese engines Yamaha. But copying does not mean doing the same thing.
- Build quality. For large Chinese enterprises that are seriously trying to enter the world market, build quality is very important, so the Parsun, Sail or Yamabisi models are assembled, if not as high quality as the "Japanese", then at least more or less at an acceptable level and even able to work without broken for a couple of seasons. With the little known Chinese models that are produced in small batches, the situation is completely deplorable - feel free to get ready for the fact that such a motor, at best, will last no more than a season.
- Low culture of metalworking. The production of motors implies rich and proven technologies of metallurgy and metal processing. “A blast furnace in every yard” is not the motto that metallurgy should be guided by. Therefore, the quality of Chinese steels is still at a low level, and the PRC widely imports steels from all over the world. "Raw" metal, which is used in Chinese motors, does not withstand loads and quickly deforms and fails. Even if imported steels are used, they must be properly processed - there is very little such experience in China.
- Motor building experience. Motor building is a complex industry and experience is very important here. It's like with the production of rockets - even with money and technology, but without a lack of experience, it is unrealistic to create high-quality products, it takes years and years of development. In China, they are not, because the experience is obtained by developing their own motors, and not copying someone else's products.
- Chinese motors are copies of obsolete Japanese models. Despite all of the above, relatively inexpensive and more or less high-quality motors are produced in China. As a rule, these are Parsun and Sail, who have already proven themselves, who bought licenses, and did not steal them. BUT! There is no service from these manufacturers - it is unrealistic to find spare parts for motors, you have to find out from which "Japanese" they are copied, and look for spare parts for these originals. Given that they have long been discontinued, this is not easy to do. As a result, in the event of a breakdown, repairs are delayed for a long time, and the cost of maintenance increases by one and a half to two times compared to the modern "Japanese".
Chinese outboard motors - to buy or not?
Compete with American and Japanese engines in budget segment today, only Chinese 4-stroke engines with a power of up to 15-20 hp can, although with great difficulty. They are the most developed in production, are manufactured under license and can even work for 2-3 seasons without any complaints. And then - this applies exclusively to motors of well-known brands, such as Sail or Parsun, released since 2013-2014.
As for 2-strokes, the situation is still sad. The design features of such engines lead to the fact that until now Chinese manufacturers have not been able to create more or less reliable analogues to the Japanese and Americans, and already in the first season there are problems with the motor head, electrical part, and so on.
If you are limited in funds, then it is better to choose not a new one. Chinese motor, and a used American or Japanese in good condition or buy a boat motor on credit. Buying a “Chinese” is already the last step, and before you take it, try to learn as much as possible about this power unit, starting from whose copy it is and up to after-sales service and availability of spare parts. Otherwise, such a purchase will be just a waste of money.
Chinese outboard motors appeared on the market not so long ago. However, they were able to quickly gain popularity due to the low price and good quality. To understand which Chinese outboard motor is better, it is not necessary to be an expert in this matter. But before you purchase any option, you should carefully study user reviews in order to choose the best option.
Today, Chinese outboard motors are on the market in a wide range. And now users make a choice in their favor due to many advantages:
1. Affordable cost. A Chinese-made outboard motor at a price will cost several times cheaper than a device from another manufacturer.
2. High level of reliability. Chinese brands produce decent products that are not inferior to Japanese and American counterparts.
3. Excellent quality. There is no doubt that the equipment manufactured in China does not meet any requirements or standards, since each unit of production undergoes international certification.
At the same time, everyone can buy such power plants cheaply, which is an undoubted advantage for the consumer.
What should be the capacity of the unit?
Which Chinese outboard motor is better in power also depends on a number of factors. The most important of them is the purpose of use. The following categories can be distinguished:
1. "Weak" - from 2 to 6 hp The speed of such units does not exceed 10 km / h. Moreover, if the boat moves against the current, then it will additionally decrease. Choose similar installations relevant for calm waters.
2. Medium - 7-15 hp This category includes power plants that are more stable, usually they are two-cylinder. As practice and customer reviews show, such units are suitable for long distances. Their weight reaches up to 35 kg.
3. High - more than 15 hp Best of all, such installations are suitable for long distances. In addition, they are characterized by high speed.
Any unit is presented on the site with a photo. This allows you to visually evaluate all the features of the power plant.
The best models among Chinese motors:
There are many variations on the market this manufacturer. However, the best Chinese outboard motors of the following companies:
1. Allfa (Alpha) - produced at the Calon Gloria plant.The company has established itself in the market as a manufacturer of high-quality, light and economical products. Prototypes of power plants are TOHATSU and YAMAHA units. Units and spare parts for them are produced on the production line of the plant of the same name.
2. Toyama (Toyama) is a well-known and high-quality Brazilian brand, the release of which began in 1997. Toyama outboard motors are manufactured by Suzhou Parsun Power Machine Co., Ltd. Toyama is a compact motor with a drive in 3 forward-neutral-back positions. The reliability of the motor, its functionality - in fact high level for units of this capacity
3. Sea-pro (Sia-Pro) - have long and firmly established themselves as great choice for hunting, fishing and long boat trips. They are reliable, stable and maintain an excellent balance between the price of the product and its quality.
4.HDX (Hondex) - If you need to buy cheap power plant, then excellent fit model HDX 2.5 BMS 74.5cc cm, 5 liter capacity, tiller control and TCI ignition, manual start. Wherein this option can be used even in the most adverse conditions. Higher performance HDX F5 BMS four-stroke model with 112cc and 3L tank.
It should also be noted models of brands Marlin (Marlin), Gladiator (Gladiator). From all of the above, it follows that Chinese outboard motors are the best value for money.
