2020 Mercury 8 HP 8EH Outboard Motor
Mercury 8hp outboard motors are compact and lightweight at 91 lbs. Ideal for jon boats, skiffs, and inflatable boats The 8 HP Mercury 8EH outboard is a two cylinder four-stroke marine engine that offers smooth, quiet, fuel efficient power. The multi-function tiller handle provides one-hand operation of throttle and steering. Mercury’s 8 HP Outboard engine comes with the patented auto-ratchet system which allows the user to easily adjust tilt and trim angle. The Mercury Model: 8EH comes equipped with a 15 inch short shaft, electric start motor and Mercury’s 3 year factory warranty.
- Compact and Lightweight
- Electric Start + 12V 76W 6A Alternator
- Thru-Cowl Backup Manual Start
- 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 | 8EH |
|---|---|
| MODEL YEAR | 2020 |
| SKU | 8EH-20 |
| WEIGHT | 91.0 lb |
| MANUFACTURER | Mercury |
| COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE | Japan |
| HORSEPOWER | 8hp |
| SHAFT LENGTH | 15″ (Short) |
| STEERING | Tiller |
| STARTING | Electric |
| TRIM & TILT | Manual |
| FUEL DELIVERY | Carburetor |
| FUEL TANK | External |
| CYLINDER(S) | 2 |
| DISPLACEMENT | 208 cc (12.8 cubic inches) |
| BORE AND STROKE | 55 x 44 mm (2.16 x 1.73 inches) |
| FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE | 5000-6000 |
| IGNITION SYSTEM | Digital CD Ignition w/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 | 12V 76W 6A (standard on electric start models) |
| 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 |
