Horsepower: The Mercury 8 HP is rated at 8 hp. This motor works well for:
•fast cruising in a boat weighing less than 100 lbs and can also be used for trolling in a large boat
Dry Weight: The Mercury 8 HP weighs 84 lbs, which is:
•appropriate for the recommended boat weight class of 0 - 100 lbs
Displacement: The Mercury 8 HP displaces 12.8 cu. in., making its engine size64% smaller than the average.
Max. Engine Speed: At Wide Open Throttle (WOT), the Mercury 8 HP's engine spins at 6,000 RPM, which is the average.
Twist and Shout
Spinning in circles to turn around can make anyone dizzy. That's why Mercury's 2.5 and 3.5 hp FourStrokes offer 360° steering and a twist grip throttle. The tiller handle can be turned over and the engine rotated to reverse the thrust.
They'll Never Hold You Back
Mercury's 2.5 -- 3.5hp portable outboards are designed from the start to be compact, lightweight and easier to carry. By utilizing Mercury's patented one-piece integrated cylinderblock design, we've eliminated gaskets and fasteners and made the powerhead much more compact and lightweight.
No Vibration is Good Vibration
Your steering hand will thank you. On average, Mercury's 3.5hp fourstroke has 32% less tiller handle vibration than competitive outboards.
A Better Grip
Mercury's twist-throttle tiller handle is longer for better control -- plus it folds for easy, compact storage.
• The 9.9hp Mercury ProKicker features a compact, integrated power tilt and a heavy-duty transom bracket for maximum strength, speed, and durability.
• Additionally, the 9.9hp ProKicker sports an updated graphics package designed to complement the OptiMax Pro XS and Verado outboards. Installed next to a Pro XS or Verado outboard, the improved ProKicker graphics will make your rig stand out from the rest of the pack.
• Patented Centering Straps. Holds the engine straight without additional hold-downs when running in rough conditions or trailering (Standard on Tiller Pro Kickers).
Fingertip Control
Mercury Fourstrokes are designed with a boat load of user-friendly features, such as our multifunction tiller handle. This tiller handle gives you easy one-handed operation of shifting, stopping, throttle, throttle friction, and tilt. More control equals better maneuverability.
Convenient Trim Ratcheting
The 8 and 9.9hp models come standard with both ratcheting trim and tilt lock. The ratcheting trim allows you to easily trim the motor up to the height you need. When you're ready to tilt the engine down, the tilt lock will keep it at your selected angle.
Lightweight Portable Champions
The lightest engine in its class, the 8 and 9.9hp outboards come in at a scant 83 pounds. These outboards are a perfect fit for a wide range of small boat applications.
