Shipping & Delivery Guide
At SmallOutboardMotors.shop, we ensure fast, safe, and fully insured delivery of your outboard engine directly to your door, marina, or business address. All orders ship directly from our primary distribution hubs in California.
1. Shipping Rates & Delivery Durations
We offer standard shipping on all new outboard engine orders shipped within the contiguous United States (Lower 48).
| Engine Category | Horsepower & Weight | Carrier Type | Shipping Rate | Estimated Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro / Portable | 2.3 HP – 6 HP (30–60 lbs) | Parcel Ground (UPS / FedEx) | varies | 1 – 5 Business Days |
| Mid-Small Outboards | 8 HP – 20 HP (60–120 lbs) | Parcel Ground or LTL Freight | varies | 3 – 7 Business Days |
| Heavy Small Outboards | 25 HP – 30 HP (120–160+ lbs) | LTL Palletized Freight | varies | 5 – 10 Business Days |
2. Estimated Transit Times (From California Hubs)
- West Coast & Southwest (CA, NV, AZ, OR, WA): 2 – 3 Business Days
- Midwest & Mountain West (UT, CO, TX, IL): 3 – 4 Business Days
- East Coast & South (NY, FL, NC, GA): 5 – 7 Business Days
- International
3. Step-by-Step Delivery Process
- Order Processing (1–2 Business Days): Our technical team inspects the engine, purges all testing fluids (gasoline and oil) per federal transportation laws, and double-boxes or crates the unit onto a wooden pallet.
- Dispatch & Tracking: As soon as your motor leaves our California warehouse, you will receive an automated email with your tracking number (UPS/FedEx) or Bill of Lading (BOL) link (LTL Freight).
- Delivery Appointment (Freight Shipments): For larger motors (15 HP and above shipped via freight), the freight carrier will call you 24 hours prior to delivery to schedule a convenient delivery appointment.
- Curbside Liftgate Delivery: Freight deliveries are made via a liftgate truck that lowers the boxed motor safely to the ground at your driveway or loading dock.