Faria Kronos 4" Tachometer w/Hourmeter - 7,000 RPM (Gas - Outboard)

The Faria Kronos 4" Tachometer with Hourmeter for 7,000 RPM gas outboard engines delivers precise engine monitoring in a compact, marine-grade instrument housing. Built by Faria Beede Instruments, a recognized leader in marine gauge manufacturing, this electronic tachometer counts ignition pulses to provide real-time RPM feedback while the integrated hourmeter tracks total engine runtime—essential data for maintenance scheduling and engine diagnostics on outboard-powered boats.

The 4-inch gauge features a polished stainless steel bezel, flat glass lens, and perimeter-lighted spun aluminum dial with gold and black graphics and embossed increments and logo. The two-piece Newport pointer with white hub provides smooth needle movement and clear visibility across a wide viewing angle. The 7,000 RPM maximum rating matches the operating envelope of most gas outboard engines, allowing operators to monitor approach to redline and optimize throttle management. Electronic design eliminates mechanical linkages, reducing maintenance and improving reliability in salt-air environments where corrosion degrades mechanical gauges quickly.

This tachometer is designed for recreational and professional anglers who need dependable RPM and engine-hour tracking. Weekend fishermen benefit from hourly runtime data that simplifies fuel-consumption calculations and helps predict service intervals. Serious offshore and charter operators rely on integrated hourmeter functions to document engine use for warranty claims and preventive maintenance logs. The compact 5-inch diameter fits standard marine instrument panel cutouts, and compatibility with standard tach signal generators or magnetic pickup senders makes installation straightforward on most outboard engines manufactured within the past two decades.

Marine tachometers serve a different purpose than automotive gauges—they must withstand constant vibration, salt spray, and moisture intrusion while operating in confined cabin spaces. Faria's stainless steel bezel and sealed design protect internal components from the corrosive marine environment. The Kronos series represents mid-range marine instrumentation: more affordable than full glass-cockpit systems, yet more reliable and feature-rich than basic mechanical tachs. Pairing this gauge with a matching speedometer or fuel gauge creates a cohesive instrument panel while maintaining independent functionality.