M8

Drive

The M8 drive features robust internal drive components. This surface-piercing gearcase is compliments a lower engine profile. Lowering engine mounting in a boat results in a lower center of gravity for improved boat handling and overall performance; it also provides more flexibility in boat hatch styling. Like the M6, the M8 is dry-sumped for maximum efficiency and power output.

specs

1.69:1, 1.53:1, 1.40:1, 1.30:1

AVAILABLE GEAR RATIOS

1650 HP Input Torque Rating Of 1600 Ft. Lbs.

MAX POWER CAPACITY

Dry Sump Drive & Transmission

LOWER UNIT DESIGN

RH, LH

ROTATION

HYDRODYNAMICS: PART 2 – THE SCIENCE AND ART OF GEARCASE HYDRODYNAMICS

The gearcase is the one component of a high-performance sterndrive or outboard that is always in the water, and thus subject to drag, an important factor in hydrodynamics.

PROP SCHOOL – PART 1: INTRODUCTION

Propellers are complicated, and levels of understanding vary widely. We revisit the basics and then dive deeper on propeller form, fit and function.

New 1.60:1 Sport Master 300R FourStrokes

Mercury Racing announce the release of six new 4.6L V8 300R FourStroke outboard models featuring a 1.60:1 gear ratio Sport Master gearcase.

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