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Just so everyone is up-to-date on the new name changes from Yamaha, the "F" has been dropped from their description.

Yamaha 70 hp. etc. (again, no F in any of their lineup)
https://yamahaoutboards.com/en-us/hom...0-hp/70-50

I don't think you will ever regret going with the extra hp. The Yamaha 70 hp has a great reputation and low weight.