Description

2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor

The 2018 Mercury 5hp is a great source of portable power for small skiffs, jon boats, and inflatables. It’s also a popular choice as auxiliary power for sailboats as well as trolling/kicker motors for larger fishing boats.
The 5hp shares many 4hp features plus a larger carburetor and propeller for increased performance and tiller steering. The 59 lb. Mercury 5hp delivers outstanding fuel economy and legendary reliability as well as a manual start. The 5M model features an integrated fuel tank for true grab-and-go portability and a 25 inch long shaft. External tank connection is standard providing the ability to add an optional external fuel tank/fuel line. This model comes with the Mercury Marine 3-year warranty.

2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor

Compact and Lightweight
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
Forward-Neutral-Reverse Gear Shift
Adjustable Steering Tension Control
Forward Mounted Gear Shift Selector
Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
Integrated Carry Handle
Thermostat Controlled Water Cooling
Shallow Water Drive; 6 Trim Positions
Quiet Through-Propeller-Hub Exhaust
1.15 Liter (.30 Gallon) Integral Fuel Tank
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

2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor

MODEL 5MXLH
MODEL YEAR 2018
SKU 5MXLH-18
WEIGHT 59.0000
MANUFACTURER Mercury
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE Japan
HORSEPOWER 5hp
SHAFT LENGTH 25″ (Extra Long)
STEERING Tiller
STARTING Manual
TRIM & TILT Manual
FUEL DELIVERY Carburetor
FUEL TANK Internal
CYLINDER(S) 1
DISPLACEMENT 123 cc (7.5 cubic inches)
BORE AND STROKE 59 x 45 mm (2.32 x 1.77 inches)
FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE 4500-5500
IGNITION SYSTEM Digital CD Ignition w/Electronic Spark Advance
INDUCTION SCAVENGING OHV
VALVES PER CYLINDER 2
FUEL TYPE 87 Octane (up to 10% ethanol content)
FUEL TANK / FUEL LINE 0.3 US Gallon (1.15 liter)
OIL TYPE SAE 10W-30 (Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil)
OIL CAPACITY 15 fl. Oz. (450 ml)
LUBRICATION Trochoid Pump
ALTERNATOR Optional 12V 50W 4A (installation required)
COOLING SYSTEM Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled
SALTWATER RATED YES
GEAR RATIO 2.15:1
GEAR SHIFT Forward-Neutral-Reverse (forward mounted shift lever)
PROPELLER 7.7″ Diameter X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum
INTERNAL BATTERY No