Description

2017 Mercury 8 HP 8ELH Outboard Motor

The Mercury 8hp is ideal for long shaft jon boats, skiffs, and small pontoons as well as sailboat and trolling/kicker applications. This lightweight yet powerful twin-cylinder four-stroke offers smooth, quiet, fuel efficient operation.

The multi-function tiller handle provides one-hand operation of F-N-R gear shifting, throttle and throttle tension, steering, and stopping. Mercury’s patented auto-ratchet system allows the user to easily adjust tilt and trim angle.

2017 Mercury 8 HP 8ELH Outboard Motor

Compact and Lightweight
Electric Start + 12V 76W 6A Alternator
Thru-Cowl Backup Manual Start
Digital CD Ignition with Spark Advance
High Grade Marine Alloy Construction
Stainless Steel Water Pump Housing
Zinc Coated Water Passages
Rated for Saltwater Use
Sacrificial Zinc Anodes and Trim Tab
Tiller Integrated F-N-R Gear Shifting
Adjustable Steering Tension Control
Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
Thermostat Controlled Water Cooling
Auto Ratchet Trim System (5 positions)
Shallow Water Drive
Quiet Through-Propeller-Hub Exhaust
3.2 Gallon Fuel Tank and Fuel Line
Start-In-Gear Protection
Low Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
ESG Over-Rev Protection
Safety Lanyard Stop Switch
Owner’s Manual
Mercury Marine 3-Year Warranty

2017 Mercury 8 HP 8ELH Outboard Motor

Model 8ELH
Model Year 2017
SKU 8ELH-17
Weight 93.0000
Manufacturer Mercury
Country of Manufacture Japan
Horsepower 8hp
Shaft Length 20″ (Long)
Steering Tiller
Starting Electric
Trim & Tilt Manual
Fuel Delivery Carburetor
Fuel Tank External
Cylinder(s) 2
Displacement 208 cc (12.8 cubic inches)
Bore and Stroke 55 x 44 mm (2.16 x 1.73 inches)
Full Throttle RPM Range 5000-6000
Ignition System Digital CD Ignition w/Electronic Spark Advance
Induction Scavenging SOHC
Valves per Cylinder 2
Fuel Type 87 Octane (up to 10% ethanol content)
Fuel Tank / Fuel Line 3.2 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line
Oil Type SAE 10W-30 (Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil)
Oil Capacity 27 fl. Oz. (800 ml)
Lubrication Trochoid Pump
Alternator 12V 76W 6A (standard on electric start models)
Cooling System Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled
Saltwater Rated YES
Gear Ratio 2.08:1
Gear Shift Forward-Neutral-Reverse (shift in tiller handle)
Propeller 8.5″ Diameter X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum
Internal Battery No