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2026 Mercury 8 HP 8EH EFI Outboard Motor

SKU: 8EH-26
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$2,915.00 $3,145.00

Mercury 8hp outboard motors are compact and lightweight at 91 lbs. Ideal for jon boats, skiffs, and inflatable boats The 8 HP Mercury 8EH outboard is a two cylinder four-stroke marine engine that offers smooth, quiet, fuel efficient power. The multi-function tiller handle provides one-hand operation of throttle and steering. Mercury's 8 HP Outboard engine comes with the patented auto-ratchet system which allows the user to easily adjust tilt and trim angle. The Mercury Model: 8EH comes equipped with a 15 inch short shaft, electric start and Mercury's 3 year factory warranty.

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SHAFT LENGTH GUIDELINES

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Horsepower 8hp
WEIGHT91.0 lb
Shaft Length: 15" (Short)
Starting:Electric
Fuel Delivery:EFI
Steering:Tiller
Features
  • Compact and Lightweight
  • Electric Start + 12V 76W 6A Alternator
  • Thru-Cowl Backup Manual Start
  • Digital CD Ignition with Spark Advance
  • High Grade Marine Alloy Construction
  • Stainless Steel Water Pump Housing
  • Zinc Coated Water Passages
  • Rated for Saltwater Use
  • Sacrificial Zinc Anodes and Trim Tab
  • Tiller Integrated F-N-R Gear Shifting
  • Adjustable Steering Tension Control
  • Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
  • Thermostat Controlled Water Cooling
  • Auto Ratchet Trim System (5 positions)
  • Shallow Water Drive
  • Quiet Through-Propeller-Hub Exhaust
  • 3.2 Gallon Fuel Tank and Fuel Line
  • Start-In-Gear Protection
  • Low Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
  • ESG Over-Rev Protection
  • Safety Lanyard Stop Switch
  • Owner's Manual
  • Mercury Marine 3-Year Warranty

specifications
MODEL 1A08301LK
MODEL YEAR 2026
SKU 8EH-26
MANUFACTURER Mercury
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE Japan
HORSEPOWER 8hp
WEIGHT 91.0
SHAFT LENGTH 15" (Short)
STEERING Tiller
STARTING Electric
TRIM & TILT Manual
FUEL DELIVERY EFI
FUEL TANK External
CYLINDER(S) 2
DISPLACEMENT 208 cc (12.8 cubic inches)
BORE AND STROKE 55 x 44 mm (2.16 x 1.73 inches)
FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE 5000-6000
IGNITION SYSTEM Digital CD Ignition w/Electronic Spark Advance
INDUCTION SCAVENGING SOHC
VALVES PER CYLINDER 2
FUEL TYPE 87 Octane (up to 10% ethanol content)
FUEL TANK / FUEL LINE 3.2 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line
OIL TYPE SAE 10W-30 (Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil)
OIL CAPACITY 27 fl. Oz. (800 ml)
LUBRICATION Trochoid Pump
ALTERNATOR 12V 76W 6A (standard on electric start models)
COOLING SYSTEM Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled
SALTWATER RATED Yes
GEAR RATIO 2.08:1
GEAR SHIFT Forward-Neutral-Reverse (shift in tiller handle)
PROPELLER 8.5" Diameter X 7.5" Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum

In the Box
  • Fuel Tank (3.2 gallon)
  • Quick Connect Fuel Line
  • Mercury 3-Year Warranty
  • Aluminum Propeller
  • Mercury 4-Stroke Oil
  • Owner's Manual & Tool Kit

Shaft Length Guidelines

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Mercury 8 HP 8EH Outboard Motor
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2026 Mercury 8 HP 8EH EFI Outboard Motor

$2,915.00 $3,145.00

Mercury 8hp outboard motors are compact and lightweight at 91 lbs. Ideal for jon boats, skiffs, and inflatable boats The 8 HP Mercury 8EH outboard is a two cylinder four-stroke marine engine that offers smooth, quiet, fuel efficient power. The multi-function tiller handle provides one-hand operation of throttle and steering. Mercury's 8 HP Outboard engine comes with the patented auto-ratchet system which allows the user to easily adjust tilt and trim angle. The Mercury Model: 8EH comes equipped with a 15 inch short shaft, electric start and Mercury's 3 year factory warranty.

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