Mercury Marine has announced the Australian release of VesselView Mobile, providing boaters with SmartCraft engine data on their smartphones and tablets. VesselView Mobile operates via a module which is connected into the SmartCraft harness, and transmits SmartCraft engine info, using Bluetooth, to iOS or Android mobile devices via the VesselView Mobile app. VesselView Mobile can be…
Mercury Racing has released a new look for its 250 XS and 300 XS outboards. By combining high power and torque with ultra-light weight, the 250 XS and 300 XS engines are in high demand around the world. The 250 XS, a low-emissions TwoStroke, outperforms competitive 250hp engines in a variety of categories including fuel economy,…
Mercury has designed a new top cowl for its 8hp and 9.9hp FourStroke outboards, along with new graphics for the 9.9 Pro Kicker outboard. The new top cowl aligns the 8hp and 9.9hp engines with the rest of Mercury’s FourStroke outboards. Likewise, the new graphics on the 9.9 Pro Kicker align with the new Pro…
Mercury Marine is introducing a new 9.9hp TwoStroke outboard that is the lightest in its class. Weighing in from just 26kg, the new 169cc model is not only easier to lift and carry than its competitors, its compact design means it’s simple to handle. And an optional push-button electric start model makes it a pleasure…
Completely redesigned, Mercury’s new and improved Mechanical Remote Control is now available for owners who want to upgrade the handling and styling of their boats. The new look side-mount control makes boating both easier and more efficient for all drivers, regardless of their experience behind the wheel. The re-engineering of the control box delivers an…
Mercury’s Active Trim system automatically and effortlessly trims an engine or engines. It doesn’t just make boating easier, it also improves engine performance and cuts fuel costs – while delivering a better overall driving experience. “The integrated GPS-based control system takes into account both your boat speed and rpm when deciding on the ideal trim…
If your family is into boats, they’re going to love the latest gear from Mercury. The merchandise range includes T-shirts, a jacket, caps, stubby holders, key rings, stickers… there’s even a bar fridge! One product that is particularly popular is the Mercury outboard engine cover. Mercury outboards have been carefully crafted to perform brilliantly and…
Mercury’s SpitFire X7 is a stainless steel propeller designed to improve all performance facets of the growing 75-115hp outboard class. The SpitFire X7 is the first in the 75-115hp engine class to be marketed with Mercury’s proprietary X7 alloy, which is 30% stronger and four times more durable than conventional steel. Using the X7 alloy…
Mercury has released a second ‘stealth’ outboard – a unique OptiMax Diesel, which has been developed exclusively for the U.S. Department of Defense. This spark-ignited, direct fuel injected two-stroke has been designed to run on ultra-low-sulphur diesel, which is readily available around the globe. In 1995 the Department of Defense decided that all petrol engines…
Mercury engineers have again shown the boating world how it’s done – creating two new engines which deliver truly impressive power and torque while providing a remarkably quiet and smooth ride. MerCruiser’s new 6.2L V-8 300hp and 350hp sterndrives are purpose-built specifically for marine use, which is why Mercury has been able to create a…
