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 shaft.
2018 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
2018 Mercury 8 Hp 8MLH Outboard Motor
| MODEL | 8MLH |
| MODEL YEAR | 2018 |
| SKU | 8MLH-18 |
| 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 |
2018 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
