Honda is CIBS old friend.We can see a lot of outboards at CIBS.A newly announced collaboration between Honda Marine and Linamar Corporation will see Honda manufacture a 300 horsepower outboard to be sold under Linamar’s McLaren Engineering branding.
Through an official licensed product agreement, Honda Marine and McLaren will collaborate on the production of the McLaren Performance M300, described by the companies as “a performance-inspired marine outboard that delivers enhanced top-end power of 300 horsepower, premium quality, outstanding reliability and durability underlined by a dynamic engineering collaboration rooted in a heritage of technical excellence.”
The agreement allows McLaren Engineering to sell the McLaren Performance M300 engine to selected Honda-affiliated boatbuilders beginning in the 2025 model year.

The new engine is based on the existing Honda BF250 platform, with the 3.6-litre V6 block tuned by McLaren Engineering to boost top-end power to 300 horsepower while boosting mid-range torque. McLaren Performance modifications include the integration of a new camshaft for enhanced valve timing and high lift, a new ECU, and new fuel injectors.
The McLaren Engineering-Honda relationship dates to 2014 when McLaren’s parent firm, Linamar Corp, began supplying components to the American Honda engines manufacturing facility in Ohio, US.
“Our collaboration with McLaren Engineering to enhance marine engine technology, coupled with the recent introduction of our new BF350 marine engine, illustrate our next-level strategy and how we intend to move forward with the Honda Marine business to make our customers successful,” said Honda Marine director, Daniel Sherlock.
“Honda is transforming, and our mission is to be a marine mobility leader. We are capitalising on the technology of Honda worldwide and further developing strategic alliances that produce performance-inspired power product offerings that make extraordinary boating experiences possible.”
Further details regarding the Honda Marine and McLaren Engineering alliance are expected to be announced in the new year.
source:ibi