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 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 shaft.
2017 Mercury 8 HP 8MLH Outboard Motor
- 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
2017 Mercury 8 HP 8MLH Outboard Motor
| Model | 8MLH |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| SKU | 8MLH-17 |
| Weight | 84.0000 |
| 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 |
| Internal Battery | No |
2017 Mercury 8 HP 8MLH 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
- Owner’s Manual & Tool Kit
