2017 Mercury 6 HP 6MH Outboard Motor
The Mercury 6 HP Outboard Model # MH at just 57 Lbs with an integrated gas tank is truly a portable outboard. This 1 cylinder outboard features an easy manual starting with a front mounted gear shift lever. The shaft is the short 15 inch. Standard feature on this 6 HP Mercury outboard engine is an external tank connection. This portable outboard is perfect for small jon boats, skiffs and as a power source for your sailboat.
2017 Mercury 6 HP 6MH 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
- Forward-Neutral-Reverse Gear Shift
- Adjustable Steering Tension Control
- Forward Mounted Gear Shift Selector
- Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
- Integrated Carry Handle
- Thermostat Controlled Water Cooling
- Shallow Water Drive; 6 Trim Positions
- Quiet Through-Propeller-Hub Exhaust
- 1.15 Liter (.30 Gallon) Integral Fuel Tank
- 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 6 HP 6MH Outboard Motor
| Model | 6MH |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| SKU | 6MH-17 |
| Weight | 57.0000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercury |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| Horsepower | 6hp |
| Shaft Length | 15″ (Short) |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Starting | Manual |
| Trim & Tilt | Manual |
| Fuel Delivery | Carburetor |
| Fuel Tank | Internal |
| Cylinder(s) | 1 |
| Displacement | 7.5/123 |
| Bore and Stroke | 2.32 x 1.77 |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000-6000 |
| Ignition System | CDI w/electric spark advance |
| Induction Scavenging | OHV |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel Type | CDI w/electric spark advance |
| Fuel Tank / Fuel Line | 0.3 US Gallon (1.15 liter) |
| Oil Type | Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil |
| Oil Capacity | 450 mL / 15 oz |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Alternator | Optional 12V 50W 4A (installation required) |
| Cooling System | Water-cooled w/thermostat |
| Saltwater Rated | YES |
| Gear Ratio | 2.15:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward-Neutral-Reverse (forward mounted shift lever) |
| Propeller | 7.7″ Diameter X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum |
| Internal Battery | No |
2017 Mercury 6 HP 6MH Outboard Motor
What’s in the box?
- Integral Fuel Tank (0.3 gal)
- Owner’s Manual
- Mercury 3-Year Warranty
- Aluminum Propeller
- Mercury 4-Stroke Oil
- Tool Kit

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