M8 Drive
The M8 sterndrive combines the best features of the NXT6, but with even more robust internal drive components and an all-new lower gearcase. The surface-piercing gearcase, inspired by the legendary dry-sump NXT6 drive, is two inches shorter to compliment the lower engine profile. Lowering engine mounting in a boat results in a lower center of gravity for improved boat handling and overall performance; it also provides more flexibility in boat hatch styling. Like the NXT6, the M8 is dry-sumped for maximum efficiency and power output.
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Original
Designed from the ground up by Mercury Racing engineers, the M8 sterndrive was developed specifically to handle the high torque loads and power levels of the QC4v engine packages.
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Durable
The M8 carries a 35% greater load capacity than the world champion NXT6 drive.
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Efficient
An innovative twin pinion gear shaft design splits the torque load for a higher power capacity while maintaining a slim, surface piercing gearcase shape for maximum efficiency.
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System Engineered
Engines, controls, transmissions, drives and propellers are designed to work as an integrated system with the vessel.
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Compatible with
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1350
Mercury Racing has led the world of high-performance boating with engines that epitomize power and …
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1650
1650. It comes race ready to dominate everything on the water. The 9.0 liter quad …
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Class 1
Based off of the quad cam four valve (QC4v) engine platform, the 850 h.p. Class1 …
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1550
Mercury Racing has led the world of high-performance boating with engines that epitomize power and …
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1100
Compared to the 1075 SCi, it has a little more power and a lot more …
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Specifications
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- Dry-sumped for maximum power-output. Delivers 35% more power capacity than the legendary Six drive.
- Surface piercing gearcase, packed with heavy-duty components, is designed specifically to handle the higher torque of our QC4v engine platform.
- Five & 6-blade CNC sterndrive propellers are designed with stamina to allow the engine to endure in both treacherous and ideal offshore conditions.
- Two inches shorter resulting in an overall lower center of gravity for improved handling and overall boat performance.
- Dry sump hydraulic transmission to handle the QC4v's massive torque.
- While the lower drive cavity is bathed in oil, a unique propshaft driven oil pump sprays the upper drive gears. This reduces internal friction, increasing performance.
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