2020 Mercury 8 HP 8MLH Outboard Motor,,

2020 Mercury 8 HP 8MLH Outboard Motor
The Mercury 8hp Mercury Outboard is ideal for long shaft Jon boats, skiffs, and small pontoons as well as sailboat and trolling/kicker applications. This 84 lb. Mercury 8 HP Outboard engine is lightweight and yet the 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. The Mercury 8 HP Outboard Motor model: 8MLH is equipped with manual start and a 20 inch long shaft.
 
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 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
 
MODEL
8MLH
MODEL YEAR
2020
SKU
8MLH-20
WEIGHT
84.0 lb
MANUFACTURER
Mercury
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE
Japan
HORSEPOWER
8hp
SHAFT LENGTH
20″ (Long)
STEERING
Tiller
STARTING
Manual
TRIM & TILT
Manual
FUEL DELIVERY
Carburetor
FUEL TANK
External
CYLINDER(S)
2
DISPLACEMENT
12.8 ci (208 cc)
BORE AND STROKE
2.16 x 1.73 in. (55 x 44 mm)
FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE
5,000 – 6,000
IGNITION SYSTEM
CDI with 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
Optional 12V 76W 6A (installation required)
COOLING SYSTEM
Water-cooled with thermostat
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