Finest Kind

Reliable YANMAR Engines are ‘Finest’ Choice for Hawaii Sportfishing Fleet
Since the installation of twin YANMAR diesel engines through distributor Boatswain’s Locker, Finest Kind Charters’ three fishing boats have logged a huge combined total of 130,000 engine hours, proving the YANMAR partnership to be the lasting solution for dependable power all year round, saving on fuel and peace of mind for the business and its customers.

Company Profile
Finest Kind Sportfishing Charters is the only Owner Operated, and 3rd generation, company in Maui, with Captain David Hudson at the helm since 1973. Capt. Dave has over 40 years of experience, operating out of Lahaina Harbor. Finest Kind Sportfishing consistently holds the catch records for Maui County.






I have had many brands of diesel engines in my fleet throughout the early years. YANMAR is by far the best engine for fuel savings and durability out there.



Customers often approach us with stories of their YANMAR engines ‘still going’. It makes us proud to be part of the YANMAR family.

New Generation 6LY-CR
Evolving from the 6LY2 models still operating for Finest Kind, the fourth generation 6LY-CR engine is the latest electronic version now available to boat owners as part of YANMAR’s extensive range of trusted common rail marine diesel engines. The current portfolio encompasses an industry-leading output range from 40 mhp to 640 mhp, offering more boat owners the efficiency and performance advantages associated with the most recent electronically-managed CR fuel-injection technology. With minimal fuel consumption and exceptionally low noise, vibration and emission levels, the YANMAR range suits a wide variety of vessels from sailboats, superyacht tenders and motorboats to fast sports craft and ski boats and includes the new 6LF and 6LT series, plus the 4LV, 8LV and JH series.
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