Uflex HYTECH 1.1 Front Mount Hydraulic Outboard Steering System for 175 HP and Less
The Uflex HYTECH 1.1 is a complete front mount hydraulic steering system built for outboard engines rated 175 HP and less. It is designed to work with the HK4200a - BayStar helm, giving outboard boat owners a hydraulic steering setup without the heavy effort of a mechanical cable system. The package brings together the core components needed for a front mount installation: a UP20 FM helm pump, a UC95-OBF hydraulic cylinder, 40 feet of hydraulic tubing, and 2 quarts of steering fluid, so the major hardware for the run is included in one system rather than sourced piece by piece.
Front mount hydraulic steering positions the cylinder at the front of the outboard, which is the standard mounting configuration for this HYTECH 1.1 system (as opposed to the tilt mount arrangement used on the related HYTECH 1.1T). The system is constructed with plastic components and is intended for single outboard engine installations up to 175 HP. Because it is a hydraulic system, it delivers smoother, lower-effort steering feel at the helm compared to mechanical steering cables, and the 40 foot tubing run supports a range of helm-to-engine distances on typical outboard boats.
Specifications
- Brand: Uflex
- Manufacturer Part Number: HYTECH 1.1
- Product Type: Hydraulic Outboard Steering System
- Mounting Type: Front Mount
- Horsepower Rating: 175 HP and less
- Compatible Helm: HK4200a - BayStar
- Included Cylinder: UC95-OBF
- Included Helm Pump: UP20 FM
- Tubing Length: 40 feet
- Hydraulic Oil Included: 2 quarts
- Material: Plastic
- Weight: 26.1 pounds
- Product Dimensions: 29 inches L x 18 inches W
- UPC: 702755051114
Fitment
- Outboard engines rated 175 HP and less
- Front mount installation
- Compatible with the HK4200a - BayStar helm
Frequently Asked Questions
What horsepower range is the Uflex HYTECH 1.1 rated for? The HYTECH 1.1 is rated for outboard engines of 175 HP and less.
Is the HYTECH 1.1 a front mount or tilt mount system? It is a front mount hydraulic steering system. Uflex also offers the HYTECH 1.1T, which is the tilt mount version for the same 175 HP and less rating.
What helm does the HYTECH 1.1 work with? This system is set up for use with the HK4200a - BayStar helm.
What is included with the Uflex HYTECH 1.1 system? The HYTECH 1.1 package includes a UP20 FM helm pump, a UC95-OBF hydraulic cylinder, 40 feet of hydraulic tubing, and 2 quarts of steering fluid.
How much hydraulic tubing comes with the HYTECH 1.1? 40 feet of tubing is included with the HYTECH 1.1 system, enough for the helm-to-engine run on most outboard boat layouts.
How much fluid is needed to fill the HYTECH 1.1 system? 2 quarts of hydraulic steering oil are included with the HYTECH 1.1 package.
How much does the Uflex HYTECH 1.1 system weigh? The complete HYTECH 1.1 system weighs 26.1 pounds.
What are the dimensions of the HYTECH 1.1 packaging? The HYTECH 1.1 measures approximately 29 inches long by 18 inches wide.
What is the HYTECH 1.1 cylinder made from? The UC95-OBF cylinder included in the HYTECH 1.1 system is made from plastic.
Is the HYTECH 1.1 hydraulic steering easier to operate than a mechanical cable system? Yes, as a hydraulic system the HYTECH 1.1 provides smoother, lower-effort steering at the helm compared to a mechanical steering cable setup.
Does the HYTECH 1.1 work for a single or dual outboard installation? The HYTECH 1.1 is a single-cylinder front mount system designed for a single outboard engine rated 175 HP and less.
What is the difference between the HYTECH 1.1 and HYTECH 2.1? Both the HYTECH 1.1 and HYTECH 2.1 are front mount systems rated for outboards of 175 HP and less and both use the HK4200a - BayStar helm; they are listed as separate part numbers within the Uflex HYTECH steering lineup.