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Mercury Racing

Mercury Racing 250R: specifications

The Mercury Racing 250R is an outboard rated at 250 hp with V8 (eight-cylinder V) architecture.

Key figures

Power
250hp
Dry weight
235.9kg
Displacement
4,600cm³
Alternator output
85A
Indicative price
30,604
Maximum warranty
n/a

Sources and technical context

Document year: 2025.

Notes and conditions (FR)

Manufacturer's notes (in French)

Mercury UVP-Preisliste DE, valable au 01.10.2024. Indicative source price: request a quote for your country, date and required configuration.

Technical specifications

Block & combustion

ArchitectureV8
Cylinders8
Cycle4-stroke
Displacement4,600 cm³
Bore × stroke92 × 86 mm
Compression ration/a
Max rpm5600–6200 rpm
Specific output54 hp/L
Fuel systemEFI
Min. fuelRON 91 (87 AKI mini)

Transmission & gearcase

Gear ratio1,75:1
Propeller configurationn/a
Counter-rotating dual propn/a
2-speed gearboxNo
Counter-rotating versionYes
Available shaftsn/a

Weight & footprint

Dry weight (transom load)235.9 kg (à sec, config. la plus légère)
Power-to-weight ratio1.06 hp/kg

Electrical charging

Alternator (max)85 A
Amps per horsepower0.34 A/hp

Control & integration

Digital throttle & shift (DBW)No
ControlMécanique
Steeringn/a
Power steeringNo
Docking joystickNo
GPS position holdNo
Direct injectionNo
VTEC (variable timing)No

Cost & warranty

Public price30,604 €
Cost per horsepower122 €/hp
Base warranty3 years
Maximum warranty (conditional)n/a

Operation & compliance

Emissions standardRCD

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