With our free shipping and discounted prices your online outboard motor search will end here! Mercury 8hp outboard motors are compact and lightweight weighing 84 lbs. Ideal for jon boats, skiffs, and inflatables, the Mercury 8 HP Outboard engine is a twin-cylinder four-stroke that offers smooth, quiet, fuel efficient operation. The multi-function tiller handle on the Mercury 8HP outboard 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. Mercury Outboard model 8MH offers a manual start, tiller steering, and a 15 inch short shaft.
Along with our discounted outboard motor prices we offer free shipping and the Mercury 3-year warranty!
Additional information
| Horsepower | 8 HP |
|---|---|
| Shaft Length | 15″ (Short) |
| Starter Type | Manual |
| Tilt & Trim | Manual |
FEATURES
- 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
SPECS
| MODEL | 8MH |
|---|---|
| MODEL YEAR | 2021 |
| SKU | 8MH-21 |
| WEIGHT | 84.0 lb |
| MANUFACTURER | Mercury |
| COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE | Japan |
| HORSEPOWER | 8hp |
| SHAFT LENGTH | 15″ (Short) |
| 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 full throttle RPM |
| 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, Thermostatically Controlled |
| SALTWATER RATED | Yes |
| GEAR RATIO | 2.08:1 |
| GEAR SHIFT | Forward-Neutral-Reverse (shift in tiller handle) |
| PROPELLER | 8.5″ Diameter X 7.5″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum |
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

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