MERCURY – 8HP 4-Stroke

Output far beyond its size

Put amazing power in the palm of your hand. These compact outboard motors take you to the fun, the fish, or whatever floats your boat – quickly and reliably. Enjoy quick acceleration to go with exhilarating speed. Easy to install and operate, with reliable starting, low vibration, and instant throttle response. It’s worry-free boating at its best.

Description

Enhancements include simplified starting procedure, faster warmup, and better idle run quality. Lightweight: just 84 pounds. Great for aluminum tiller, inflatable soft hull, jon, utility, and sail boats.

SPECIFICATIONS – 8

HP / kW
  • 8 / 5.9
Engine type
  • Inline 2
Displacement (CID/CC)
  • 12.8 / 208
Full throttle RPM
  • 5000-6000
Fuel induction system
  • 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)
Alternator amp / Watt
  • 6 amp / 76 watt
Recommended fuel
  • 87% octane / up to 10% ethanol
Recommended oil
  • Mercury FourStroke Oil 10W-30
Engine protection operator warning system
  • Low oil pressure
  • Over-rev
Starting
  • Electric
  • Manual
Steering
  • Tiller
Shaft length
  • 15″ / 381 mm
  • 20″ / 508 mm
Gearcase ratio
  • 2.08:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available
  • 84 lbs / 38 kg
CARB star rating
  • 3
Bore and stroke
  • 2.16 x 1.73″ / 55 x 44 mm
Ignition
  • CDI w/electronic spark advance
Fuel system
  • Carbureted
Cooling system
  • Water-cooled with thermostat
Gear shift
  • F-N-R
Gearcase options
  • Standard
Trim positions
  • Ratcheting
Exhaust system
  • Through prop
Shallow water drive
  • Yes
Shallow water trim range (degrees)
  • 16
Remote fuel tank standard (gal / L)
  • 3.2 / 12
Color
  • Phantom Black