Description
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 |
2017 Mercury 8 HP 8ELH Outboard Motor
What’s in the box?
- Fuel Tank (3.2 gallon)
- Quick Connect Fuel Line
- Mercury 3-Year Warranty
- Aluminum Propeller
- Mercury 4-Stroke Oil
