Johnson outboards
Johnson 70 HP Outboard Motors
Johnson outboards ended with the OMC collapse in 2001, after which BRP kept the name on rebadged Suzuki four strokes until 2007. A Johnson at 70 horsepower suits pontoons and aluminum hulls needing more push than a 60.
Availability
All stockNothing at this size on the floor today
Stock moves weekly and we source to order. Tell us the boat, the transom height and what you want to spend, and we will come back the same working day with a written price including freight.
Request a quoteBuying a Johnson 70hp
Expect 110 to 120 kg, 243 to 265 lb dry, long shaft, electric start, remote, power trim and tilt, and external tank. A pre 2001 Johnson is an OMC two stroke and shares most parts with the equivalent Evinrude. A 2002 to 2007 Johnson four stroke is a Suzuki underneath, which makes parts easier.
Nothing at this size is listed today. We source engines like this every week, so send us the boat and the transom measurement and we will come back with a written price including freight.
Buying used at this size, the 70 is a narrow class, so compare it honestly against a 60 and a 90 on price rather than assuming it splits the difference.
Common questions
What size boat does a 70hp outboard suit?
It suits pontoons and aluminum hulls needing more push than a 60. Always check the capacity plate at your transom first, since that gives the maximum the hull is rated for and it is illegal as well as unwise to exceed it.
How much does a 70hp outboard weigh?
Typically 110 to 120 kg, 243 to 265 lb. That figure matters more than most buyers expect: it decides whether you can lift the engine alone, and whether your transom bracket is rated for it.
Which shaft length do I need?
Measure vertically from the top of the transom to the lowest point of the hull. Fifteen inches takes a short shaft, twenty inches a long shaft, twenty five inches an extra long. Fitted right, the anti ventilation plate finishes level with the hull bottom. Send us a photograph with a tape measure in frame if you are unsure.
Can I still get parts for a 70hp outboard?
A pre 2001 Johnson is an OMC two stroke and shares most parts with the equivalent Evinrude. A 2002 to 2007 Johnson four stroke is a Suzuki underneath, which makes parts easier.
How does it get to me?
Crated and shipped to all 48 states. Freight is priced from your zip code against the destination zone, and the exact figure is shown at checkout before you pay. Ask for a written quote first if you would rather see it in an email.