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250r engine

4.6L V8
250R

PERFORMANCE PERFECTED

The Mercury Racing 250R delivers unrivaled performance for lightweight, single-engine sport, bass and bay boats. The 250R outboard has the muscle to lift a heavy tournament boat out of the hole plus the deep-breathing power and high-performance components required to reach outrageous speeds, with confidence. Run with the Mercury Racing 250R on the transom and run out front.

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250R engine
250R engine
250r engine

A word from Mercury Racing

“Only Mercury Racing could deliver this level of V8 performance in the 250 class.”

Mike Griffiths

Hydrodynamics Specialist

Tri-Ram Midsection

Strong and rock-steady, the Mercury Racing tri-ram midsection features solid lower engine mounts and a high-durometer upper mount for enhanced stability and handling at high speeds, critical for confident control in the fastest, single-engine applications.

Tri-Ram Midsection
Long-Runner Intake

Long-Runner Intake

Mercury Racing has tuned the 250R outboard model to produce the perfect combination of low-end grunt and high-winding horsepower. A performance-tuned intake runner helps pack more air through the deep-breathing 32-valve dual overhead cam valve train to squeeze more power from the V8 4.6-liter engine. Mercury Transient Spark Technology optimizes torque output for stronger hole-shot performance.

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SPORT MASTER GEARCASE

The race-proven Sport Master surface-piercing gearcase is designed specifically for speeds greater than 85 mph and features low water pick ups and a crescent leading edge to maximize efficiency and velocity. Use a selection of Mercury Racing propellers to dial-in performance.

Sport gearcase
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Feel the Power.

The dual muffler system of Advanced Sound Control offers the option of a deep sport tone with a stirring growl on start-up.

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GO FARTHER, FASTER

To squeeze more power from less fuel, naturally aspirated Mercury Racing V8 outboards feature Advanced Range Optimization (ARO), a closed loop fuel-control system that utilizes electronic sensors to precisely adjust the fuel mixture for the best-possible efficiency at all speeds. Mercury Racing 250R is engineered to be reliable and durable. A rugged midsection is designed to handle all the high-performance abuse the water can dish out. Superior protection against corrosion begins with the industry’s lowest-copper aluminum alloy and exclusive, comprehensive finish treatments. These high-performance outboards are tested, tested and tested again – in the lab and on the water – in a never-ending quest to exceed the highest expectations.

Facts and Figures
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Facts & Figures

FULL THROTTLE RPM

5600-6200

RATED HP

250

CYLINDERS

V8

DISPLACEMENT

4.6 L

Product details

SHAFT LENGTH 20
TRIM SYSTEM Standard
MID SECTION Standard
SKEG Camber
WARRANTY 3-Year²
BORE & STROKE 3.6 x 3.4 IN/92 x 86 MM
INDUCTION SYSTEM Performance-Tuned Long Runner Intake Manifold
FUEL REQUIREMENT Performance-Tuned Long Runner Intake Manifold
FUEL REQUIREMENT Unleaded Regular 87 Octane Minimum (R+M/2) Or 91 RON
FUEL SYSTEM Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Computer Controlled With Advanced Range Optimization
IGNITION SYSTEM SmartCraft PCM 112 Digital Inductive
CHARGING 85 AMP
IDLE CHARGE Yes
STARTING Electric Start With SmartStart Protection
OIL REQUIREMENT NMMA Certified FCW SAE 10W-30
JPO OPTION No
THROTTLE & SHIFT CONTROLS Mechanical
GEARCASE Sport Master
GEAR RATIO 1.75:1
DRY WEIGHT 520 LBS
IDLE RPM 600
MOUNTS Hard rubber
ENGINE TYPE V-8 NA 4S
LUBRICATION SYSTEM Integrated Wet Sump
GEAR SHIFT F-N-R

Phantom Black

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Power Steering Option

Enhance high-speed control and all-around comfort with optional Mercury electro-hydraulic power steering. Smooth and precise electronically actuated throttle and shifting matched to manual controls eases re-power installations and enables easier installation of a foot throttle.

87 Octane

The Mercury Racing 250R delivers a reliable, powerful performance punch on readily available 87-octane fuel.

Idle Charge

Exclusive Idle Charge battery management helps prevent battery drain on boats loaded with power-hungry fishing electronics and audio systems. When Idle Charge detects low battery voltage it automatically increases idle rpm to boost alternator output until batteries are recharged. An 85 amp belt-driven alternator is designed to run cooler and maintain peak charging performance in the most-demanding conditions.

SmartCraft Technology

SmartCraft® Integrated Marine Technology with Engine Guardian® monitors vital engine sensors for early indications of problems and takes corrective action to reduce the risk of engine damage. Critical engine data can also be displayed on a SmartCraft System instrument or a compatible display screen.

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