Fourstroke

Forget everything you know about four-stroke outboards. Ours change the game. Completely. With a combination of performance and efficiency that will take your time on the water to a whole new level. World class engines, world class support, that's what you get when you buy a Mercury. All recreational Mercury outboard models from the 2.5 - 350hp range now come with 3+3= 6 years of warranty coverage.

Intuitive, Innovative Features

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Adaptive Speed Control

Adaptive Speed Control maintains a desired rpm regardless of changes in load or conditions without adjustments to the throttle lever position – a first for the outboard industry.

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Smooth and Quiet

The V8 and V6 FourStroke engines are quieter and smoother than the leading competitor.

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Easy to Maintain

The exclusive Top Cowl Service Door simplifies routine maintenance, letting you check or add engine oil without removing the top cowl. An hour-based maintenance schedule decal is located under the cowl, providing a quick overview of routine maintenance.

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Industry-Exclusive Battery Management Technology

When battery voltage is low, engines will automatically increase idle rpm to boost alternator output and charge batteries to the proper level, protecting batteries from draining while trolling and operating electronic devices.

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Ample Charging Output

FourStroke models feature a robust alternator that delivers 20 amps net of charging power at idle and 30 amps total at wide-open throttle.

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The 225hp Pro XS provides hard-charging performance to put you out front and keep you there. Pro XS is the choice of tournament anglers and performance enthusiasts who don't like coming second. Mercury V-8 Pro XS models transform every drop of fuel into performance delivering class leading fuel economy at cruising speed and wide-open throttle. Advanced Range Optimisation (ARO) utilises closed-loop fuel control to precisely adjust the fuel mixture and deliver the best possible efficiency. All Pro XS FourStroke models now come with a 3+3=6 Year factory warranty.

ENGINE DETAILS

More power. Less fuel consumed. Fewer emissions. Great for bass and multi-species fishing boats.

SPECIFICATIONS - 225

HP / kW
  • 225 / 168
Engine type
  • V-8
MidSection
  • Conventional MidSection
Displacement (CID/CC)
  • 279 CID
Displacement (L)
  • 4.6L
Cylinder Configuration
  • V-8 [64 degree] with Dual Overhead Cam [DOHC] and 32-valves
Full throttle RPM
  • 5600-6200
Air induction
  • Performance-Tuned Long-Runner Intake Manifold
Fuel induction system
  • Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Computer Controlled with Advanced Range Optimization
Alternator amp / Watt
  • 85-amp (1071 Watt) with Idle Charge
Recommended fuel
  • Unleaded Regular 87 Octane Minimum (R+M/2) or 90 RON 10% Ethanol Maximum
Recommended oil
  • NMMA Certified FCW SAE 10W-30
Engine protection operator warning system
  • SmartCraft Engine Guardian
Compatible with SmartCraft digital technology
  • Yes
Starting
  • Electric Start with SmartStart Protection
Controls
  • Remote Mechanical or Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS)
Steering
  • Big Tiller (optional)
  • Hydraulic (standard)
  • Power (optional)
Shaft length
  • 20" / 508 mm
  • 25" / 635 mm
Gearcase ratio
  • 1.75:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available
  • 505 lbs / 229 kgs
CARB star rating
  • 3
Bore and stroke
  • 3.6 in x 3.4 in / 92 mm x 86 mm
Ignition
  • SmartCraft PCM 112 Digital Inductive
Cooling system
  • Water-cooled with thermostat
Gear shift
  • F-N-R
Gearcase options
  • 20": TorqueMaster
  • 25": 5.44"
Trim system
  • Power trim and tilt
Exhaust system
  • Through prop
Color
  • Phantom Black
Lubrication system
  • Integrated wet sump
Oil Capacity
  • 7.0 Quarts / 6.6 Liters
Maximum Trim Range
  • 20° (-6° to 14°)
Maximum Tilt Range
  • 73° (-6° to 67°)
   
   

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