

The complete portable package.
Taking the fun with you is one of the great advantages of owning an inflatable boat or small fishing boat. Mercury offers a complete line of extremely light portable FourStroke outboards, with the widest range of models to choose from. So wherever you and your boat go, your Mercury portable FourStroke can also go. The entire line makes operation and portability easy with smart, simple features. Plus, clean, quiet, fuel-efficient FourStroke performance makes them the obvious power of choice.
Key 4 - 6hp Features
Easy Pull Starts
A standard automatic cylinder decompression system greatly reduces pull force for effortless starting – so any member of the family can easily get the engine going.
Lightweight Champion
At only 55 pounds, the 6hp model is the lightest engine in its class. The compact, lightweight design makes it truly an outboard on the go.
Exclusive Through-Prop Exhaust
No other 6hp fourstroke on the market offers through-hub exhaust, for quiet and pleasant operation.
Integral Fuel Tank
All models come standard with a 0.3 US gallon / 1L capacity integral fuel tank.
4 FourStroke Specifications
| HP/kW | 4 / 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Full throttle RPM | 4500-5500 |
| Cylinder Configuration | 1 |
| Displacement (CID / CC) | 7.5 / 123 |
| Bore and Stroke (in / mm) | 2.32 x 1.77in 59 x 45mm |
| Fuel Induction System | 2-valve pushrod (overhead valve) |
| Ignition | CDI w/electronic spark advance |
| Fuel System | Carbureted |
| Alternator Amp | 4 lighting / 2 charging amp / 50 lighting / 25 charging watt (Optional) |
| Cooling System | Water-cooled with thermostat |
| Starting | Manual |
| Gearcase Ratio | 2.15:1 |
| Gear Shift | F-N-R |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Trim Positions | 6 |
| Exhaust System | Through prop |
| Shallow water drive | Yes |
| Shallow water trim range (degrees) | 16 |
| Recommended Oil | Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 octane/up to 10% ethanol |
| Integral fuel tank (gal / L) | 0.3 / 1.0 |
| Optional fuel tank (gal / L) | 3.2 / 12 |
| Engine Protection Operator Warning System | Low oil pressure Over-rev |
| Shaft Length | 15 in (381mm) 20 in (508 mm) |
| Dry Weight * Lightest model available | 57lbs / 26kg |
| CARB Star Rating | 3 |
FourStroke 4 - 6 HP Resources
You can order all available Mercury literature online or through any authorized Mercury dealer. Please have your outboard or sterndrive serial number before placing the order.
- Operation, Maintenance and Warranty Manuals
- Parts Manual
- Service Manual
Request printed brochures by mail or download as an electronic PDF.
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