2017 Mercury 20 HP 20ELH Outboard Motor
The Mercury 20 HP outboard motor model 20ELH comes with the convenient features you want: Electric start motor, 20 inch long shaft, multi-function tiller handle, heavy duty transom bracket, and vibration absorbing mounts. The intake manifold design provides fast acceleration, while the large displacement and prop provide planes quickly planes your boat. Between the two the Mercury 20 HP is going to get you where you need to be faster. Mercury Marine Outboards are legendary for reliability and the Mercury 3 year factory warranty make this outboard motor an affordable engine!
2017 Mercury 20 HP 20ELH Outboard Motor
- Large Displacement Powerhead (351cc)
- Electric Start + 12V 138W 12A Alternator
- Thru-Cowl Backup Manual Start
- Digital CD Ignition with Spark Advance
- Tuned Intake for Quick Acceleration
- 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 Tilt (6 manual trim positions)
- Shallow Water Drive
- Quiet Through-Propeller-Hub Exhaust
- “Wishbone” Mount for Reduced Vibration
- 6.6 Gallon Fuel Tank and Fuel Line
- Easy Maintenance Canister Oil Filter
- 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 20 HP 20ELH Outboard Motor
| Model | 20ELH |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| SKU | 20ELH-17 |
| Weight | 124.0000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercury |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| Horsepower | 20hp |
| Shaft Length | 20″ (Long) |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Starting | Electric |
| Trim & Tilt | Manual |
| Fuel Delivery | Carburetor |
| Fuel Tank | External |
| Cylinder(s) | 2 |
| Displacement | 351 cc (21.4 cubic inches) |
| Bore and Stroke | 61 x 60 mm (2.40 x 2.36 inches) |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5400-6100 |
| 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 | 6.6 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line |
| Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 (Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil) |
| Oil Capacity | 1 Quart (1000 ml) |
| Lubrication | Trochoid Pump |
| Alternator | 12V 138W 12A (standard on electric start models) |
| Cooling System | Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled |
| Saltwater Rated | YES |
| Gear Ratio | 2.15:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward-Neutral-Reverse (shift in tiller handle) |
| Propeller | 9.2″ Diameter X 9.1″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum |
| Internal Battery | No |
2017 Mercury 20 HP 20ELH Outboard Motor
What’s in the box?
- Fuel Tank (6.6 gallon)
- Quick Connect Fuel Line
- Mercury 3-Year Warranty
- Aluminum Propeller
- Mercury 4-Stroke Oil
- Owner’s Manual & Tool Kit

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