MERCURY V6 FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARDS – RRP: TBA

Mercury Marine has launched its new V6 FourStroke outboard family.

The new engine family, which builds on the success of Mercury’s 75-150hp fourstroke outboards, features 175hp, 200hp and 225hp four-stroke outboards.

The 3.4L V6 has a large displacement, naturally aspirated powerhead and proven mid-section and drive system designs. Additionally, the 3.4L V6 outboards are exceptionally versatile, offering the option of mechanical or digital controls, hydraulic or power steering and black or white cowls, as well as a variety of accent panel colours.

The new four-stroke engine not only provides large displacement at 200hp, but is also exceptionally lightweight at 215kg – the lightest weight in its class by more than 4.5kg. The 3.4L V6 boasts Mercury’s best acceleration and 20 per cent more torque than the closest four-cylinder competitor at cruise. Fuel efficiency is also unmatched – the 3.4L V6 is calibrated to maximise fuel economy at cruise, giving an advantage of up to

15 per cent compared to the closest four-cylinder competitor.

Other innovations are:

■ A top cowl service door that provides easy oil check and fill (if needed) without removing the cowl, making routine maintenance easier.

■ Idle charge battery management

HIGHER SPEED

The 200hp four-stroke is the company’s largest displacement in 200hp class. At 215kg, the engine is also the lightest in its class, 16kg lighter than current product.

With its dual overhead cam and fourvalve design, the engine will reach higher speeds, faster. This outboard is the only one of its kind that maintains rpm regardless of load or condition changes, and provides a ‘sportier’ feel.

These engines also provide fuel savings. At cruise and wide-open throttle, they take advantage of Advanced Range Optimisation (ARO) calibration to generate greater fuel efficiency than the closest four-cylinder competitor. The new V6 is also quieter.

In addition to black engines, this new lineup offers three shades of white for the 200hp and 225hp versions. For the first time, Mercury also offers personalisation.

■ For more info, visit: www.barrus.co.uk