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