2017 Mercury 8 HP 8EH Outboard Motor

Tiller-steered, electric-started, and built on the short shaft, this 2017 Mercury 8EH (SKU 8EH-17) runs an 8 HP twin-cylinder four-stroke suited to small utility hulls. One grip, several controls Mercury's multi-function tiller handle puts shifting, throttle, throttle tension, steering, and the engine stop switch under a single hand, which helps on a small boat where both hands are rarely available. Tilt and trim angle adjust through the patented auto-ratchet hardware without needing extra tools, and the gear lever runs forward, neutral, and reverse. Specifications worth checking Top speed on this twin reaches 6,000 rpm. The carburetor pulls fuel from an external tank. A 6-amp alternator backs the electric starter, with a pull-cord option in the cowl as insurance. Mercury's coverage on this unit is the standard three-year factory term. A clean carburetor jet makes the biggest difference in cold starting on a small twin like this. Q: Is there a backup way to start it if the battery is low? Yes, a manual start through the cowl backs up the electric starter. Q: Will this motor work on a skiff or jon boat? Yes, the short shaft and compact size fit both well. Q: Does it tilt up for shallow water? Yes, the tiller-mounted controls include tilt adjustment for running shallow. Browse other Mercury outboards in the same class. Specifications Model 8EH Model Year 2017 SKU 8EH-17 Weight 91.0000 Manufacturer Mercury Country of Manufacture Japan Horsepower 8hp Shaft Length 15″ (Short) 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