The 93 lb. Mercury 8hp 8ELH 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. This model comes equipped with the Mercury 3-year warranty.
Additional information
| Horsepower |
8 HP |
| Shaft Length |
20″ (Long) |
| Starter Type |
Electric |
| Tilt & Trim |
Manual |
FEATURES
- 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
SPECS
| MODEL |
8ELH |
| MODEL YEAR |
2021 |
| SKU |
8ELH-21 |
| WEIGHT |
93.0 lb |
| 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 |
IN THE BOX
- Fuel Tank (3.2 gallon)
- Quick Connect Fuel Line
- Mercury 3-Year Warranty
- Aluminum Propeller
- Mercury 4-Stroke Oil
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