General Specifications
HP / kW
140 HP / 104.3 kW
Displacement
1600 cc (97.6 cu in.)
Cylinders
4 (V4 90°)
WOT RPM
5000 - 6000
Weight
142 kg / 313 lbs
Drive & Lower Unit
Gear Ratio
2.0
Shaft Length
20", 25"
Electrical System
Alternator Output 126 Watts
Starting System Electric
Technical Maintenance Toolkit
Verified service specifications for the Evinrude 140hp Crossflow V4 (1978)
Lubrication
Engine Oil
TC-W3 2-Stroke
Gearcase Lube 770 ml
Ignition System
Spark Plug
Champion QL77JC4
Gap Setting 0.030"
Firing Order 1-2-3-4
Performance Specs
Idle RPM 700 ± 50
WOT Range 5000-6000
Alternator 126W
Standard Maintenance Intervals
20H Break-in Service
100H Annual Tune-up
300H Water Pump & Seals
Identification
The serial number for the Evinrude 140hp Crossflow V4 is typically found on a plate located on the transom bracket.
Technical Toolkit
Maintenance Compatibility
These models share common service parts with the Evinrude 140hp Crossflow V4:
Model Evolution
History of the Evinrude 140HP series over the years:
Category Discovery
Reference Data
Information compiled from Evinrude Marine factory service manuals and original sales literature published in 1978.