The most experience for the greatest value. - No direct injection engine has more experience, testing, or success under its belt than Mercury OptiMax. It's not surprising that OptiMax repeatedly leads every direct injection category - including power, fuel efficiency, reliability, and versatility. It all adds up to a complete line of power that delivers more, and delivers it better. OptiMax remains the best value on the water and a top choice of boaters
Specifications
Engine Specs
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Displacement (CID/cc)
:
185 / 3032
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Cylinder/Configuration
:
V-6 (60 degree vee)
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Bore & Stroke (in/mm)
:
3.63 x 3.00in / 92 x 76mm
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Fuel System
:
2-stage Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)
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Alternator Amp
:
60 amp / 756 watt
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Gear Shift
:
F-N-R
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Trim System
:
Power Trim
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Counter Rotation
:
Available
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CARB Star Rating
:
3
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Remote Fuel Tank
:
Yes (optional)
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Exhaust System
:
Though prop
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Compatible with Smartcraft Digital Technology
:
Yes
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Dry Weight * Lightest model available
:
497lbs / 225kg
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Engine Protection Operator Warning System
:
Low oil level, Overheat, Over-rev, SmartCraft Engine Guardian
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Gearcase Ratio
:
1.75:1
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Recommended Fuel
:
87 octane/up to 10% ethanol
Specs
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HP/Kw @ Prop
:
200 / 147
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Cooling System
:
Water-cooled with thermostat & pressure-controlled
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Ignition
:
PCM Digital Inductive
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Starting
:
Electric (turn-key)
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Steering
:
Big Tiller Compatible, Remote
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Shaft Length
:
20 in (508 mm) 25 in (635mm
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Full-Throttle RPM Range
:
5000-5750
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Recommended Oil
:
Mercury OptiMax/DFI Outboard Oil
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Shallow Water Trim Range
:
20 degrees