Description

2020 Mercury 8 HP 8MLH Outboard Motor

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 long shaft.

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

MODEL	8MLH
MODEL YEAR	2020
SKU	8MLH-20
WEIGHT	84.0 lb
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