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Performance Bulletin


Engine: Yamaha VF150LB
Boat: Tahoe LTZ 2185 EL
Configuration: Single
Test Date: 14-Jul-2026
Tahoe - Tahoe LTZ 2185 EL

Performance Bulletin

53 - Tahoe LTZ 2185 EL

Tahoe LTZ 2185 EL

Length 21' 0"
Beam 8' 6"
Dry Weight (Boat Mfr. Pub) 2,750 lbs
Maximum HP 175 hp
Fuel Capacity 38 gal
Pontoon # / Diameter 3 / 25"
Weight as Tested 3,971 lbs

VF150LB

Horsepower 150 hp
Induction EFI/VCT/DOHC
Displacement 2.8L
Weight (Estimated) 480 lbs
Gear Ratio 2:1

Engine Mounting Height

Mounting Hole Position #1

Propeller(s)

Series Reliance
Diameter x Pitch 14-1/2 x 15
Yamaha Part # 68F-45970-20-00
Propeller Material Stainless Steel

Test Conditions

Number of People 2
Air / Water Temperature (Fahrenheit) 85° F / 72° F
Elevation (in feet above sea level) 1020'
Wind Velocity 10-15 MPH

Comments

Test weight includes 16 gallons of fuel, 2 batteries, Waveglidder package, safety and test equipment.

YPB#: PB_TAH_LTZ 2185 EL_VF150LB_7-14-26_PNT

Tahoe - Tahoe LTZ 2185 EL

Performance Bulletin


Engine: Yamaha VF150LB
Boat: Tahoe LTZ 2185 EL
Configuration: Single
Test Date: 14-Jul-2026
VF150LB

Performance Data

RPM
MPH
GPH
MPG
1000 3.7 0.8 4.63
1500 5.5 1.3 4.36
2000 7.6 1.8 4.19
2500 9.4 2.7 3.48
3000 14.2 3.2 4.44
3500 19.1 4.4 4.38
4000 23.1 6.1 3.81
4500 27.6 7.6 3.63
5000 32.3 10.2 3.18
5500 35.7 12.8 2.79
5900 38.6 14.6 2.64

0-20 MPH: 5.21 seconds

Notice To Consumer The information and data contained in this Performance Bulletin is approximate and subject to many different factors and variables. It is provided as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as representative of actual performance. Your boat’s performance may be different than the information contained in this Performance Bulletin due to various factors, including your boat’s actual weight, wind and water conditions, temperature, humidity, elevation, bottom paint, boat options affecting wind/water drag and/or boat weight, and operator ability. Please confirm the specifications and performance data on your specific boat/engine combination with your dealer prior to purchase. Please also keep in mind that the data contained in this Performance Bulletin may or may not have been performed using Yamaha PowerMatched components. Yamaha reserves the right to change the specifications and performance data of this Performance Bulletin or engine without notice. This document contains many of Yamaha’s valuable trademarks. It may also contain trademarks belonging to other companies. Any references to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement.