Mercury 8 HP Fourstroke
TECHNICAL
| HP / kW | 8 / 5.9 | Emissions Star Rating | 3 |
| Engine type | Inline 2 | Bore and stroke | 2.16 x 1.73″ / 55 x 44 mm |
| Displacement (CID/CC) | 12.8 / 208 | Ignition | CDI w/electronic spark advance |
| Full throttle RPM | 5000-6000 | Fuel system | Carbureted |
| Fuel induction system | 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC) | Cooling system | Water-cooled with thermostat |
| Alternator amp / Watt | 6 amp / 76 watt | Gear shift | F-N-R |
| Recommended fuel | 87% octane / up to 10% ethanol | Gearcase options | Standard |
| Recommended oil | Mercury FourStroke Oil 10W-30 | Trim positions | Ratcheting |
| Engine protection operator warning system | Low oil pressure Over-rev | Exhaust system | Through prop |
| Starting | Electric Manual | Shallow water drive | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Shallow water trim range (degrees) | 16 |
| Shaft length | 15″ / 381 mm 20″ / 508 mm | Integrated fuel tank (gal / L) | 3.2 / 12 |
| Gearcase ratio | 22.08:1 | Optional fuel tank (gal / L) | 3.2 / 12 |
| Dry weight/Lightest model available | 84 lbs / 38 kg | Color | Phantom Black |
| CARB star rating | 3 |