MERCURY MARINE 150 PRO XS OUTBOARD ENGINE
Mercury Marine has just launched a new 150 Pro XS outboard at the 2018 Miami International Boat Show. This engine sets a new standard in the 150hp high-output category and lives up to the legendary Pro XS reputation for superior hole shot, top-end speed, and durability.
Pro XS outboards are rated as the most durable, reliable and best-performing outboard engines for competition fishing. This new four-stroke will continue that tradition, but it is also an ideal fit for performance-oriented fibreglass and aluminium boats.
The new Mercury Marine 150 Pro XS delivers the following:
Fastest acceleration – the engine features class-leading 0-20mph heavy-load acceleration. Faster acceleration provides anglers with an edge, as it allows them to
get out in front and avoid getting stuck in the wake of competitors’ boats.
Lightest weight – at 207kg, the new 150 Pro XS is 9kg lighter than the nearest competitor.
Largest displacement – at 3.0L, the new 150 Pro
XS also boasts the largest displacement in the
150hp category.
Extra torque – Mercury’s exclusive Transient Spark Technology optimises spark timing, resulting in additional torque during hole shot.
Higher full-throttle RPM – increased maximum engine rpm from 5,800 to 6,000 allows for a wider selection of propeller pitches and the ability to dial-in performance for superior hole shot or top speed.
Improved fuel efficiency – The new 150 Pro XS continues Mercury’s mission to produce new technology that is sustainable
and more fuel efficient for the consumer. Performance gearcase – The new 150 Pro XS features a 2.08:1 gear ratio that delivers more torque to the prop shaft for improved acceleration. In addition to the standard water pick-ups on the side of the gearcase, this engine also features four extra water pick-ups on the nose of the gearcase torpedo. This provides greater flexibility to mount the engine higher, install a jack plate, or trim the engine more aggressively while running, allowing boat owners to optimise performance without sacrificing water flow for engine cooling. Additionally, the new 150 Pro XS provides superior protection against corrosion. Ultra-low copper alloys make this outboard better able to withstand the elements, including the rigours of saltwater operation.
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