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Lose the weight. Mercury OptiMax 225 hp is the lightest
two-stroke in its class. It’s 42 lb lighter (19 kg) than Yamaha VMAX
225 HPDI and 21 lb (9.5 kg) lighter than Evinrude E-TEC 225 hp.
It pays to run with OptiMax.
Mercury OptiMax 200 hp saves up to US
$
2,710 at
the pump over five years compared to other outboards.
Remarkable range. At cruise, OptiMax
200 hp produces 32% better fuel efficiency
than Evinrude 200 hp E-TEC HO.
• Exclusive deflector-shaped pistons direct fuel-air
charge to the spark plug for more miles per gallon.
• OptiMax air compressor delivers a steady charge
of cooled air for maximum combustion efficiency.
• Compact 60-Degree V6 Block gives you tons of power
and acceleration without the bulk.
• Having the perfect balance of power and weight makes
a huge difference in terms of overall performance.
• Proven DI system boasts the industry’s
most efficient fuel-and-air atomization.
• Unique combustion chambers promote
maximum efficiency for greater savings.
250 hp
225 hp
200 hp
LIGHTEN
UP
MORE MILES
PER GALLON
“It’s got a great holeshot.
You can absolutely feel the power.”
– William L.
ADD
IT UP
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STRONGER FROM THE START
250 hp 225 hp 200 hp
Engine Type: V6 (60º vee) 185 cu in (3032 cc)
Dry Weight:
505 lb (229 kg) (250), 497 lb (225 kg) (200, 225)
Steering: Remote or big tiller kit
Warranty: Three-year limited, nondeclining factory-backed
Induction: 2-stage direct fuel injected
Shaft Length: 20" (508 mm),
(1)
25" (635 mm), 30" (762 mm)
(2)
Counter Rotation: Available on 25" (CXL) and 30" (CXXL) models
CARB Star Rating: 3 (250) 2 (200, 225)
Complete coverage.
Every Mercury outboard comes with a three-year
limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and a three-year limited corrosion
failure warranty (excluding Mercury Racing and two-stroke outboards).
We’re everywhere.
Mercury has the largest marine dealer network
in the world. So no matter where you are, you’ll always have a trained
Mercury technician close by for expert service and support.
Source: Bass & W
alleye Boats
magazine “Six Hundred Horse Stampede” – December 2005.
Tests conducted on a 20' bass boat with Mercury OptiMax 200 hp, an Evinrude 200 hp E-TEC HO and Yamaha 200 hp HPDI
®
VMAX.
®
Assumptions: Engines are run 100 hours per year over five years; price of gas is US $4.00 per gallon/ US $1.06 per liter.
Source: Weight comparison based on published data for Yamaha 225 3.3L VMAX Series 2 indicated on Yamaha-motor.com and specifications
indicated for Evinrude 225 hp E-TEC within 2009 Evinrude brochure.
(1) Not available on 250 hp model. (2) Not available on 200 hp model.
EVINRUDE
E-
TEC
Go to MercuryMarine.com
F
or head-to
-head engine tests,
boater interviews and other videos,
DISCOVER WHY MORE BOATERS CHOOSE OPTIMAX OVER OTHER DI ENGINES
THE DI ADVANTAGE
The smaller the fuel particle the better the combustion.
Our Direct Injection system sends a mist of microscopic,
atomized fuel and air particles directly into the cylinder.
Eighty-nine times smaller than the diameter of a human
hair, these fuel particles burn quicker, cleaner and more
completely producing fewer emissions, better fuel
economy and more responsive performance.
A LEGEND IN THE MAKING
Durable, reliable and virtually maintenance-free,
OptiMax is the most proven DI engine
in the marine industry.
• Rated highest in customer
satisfaction three years running.
• Best-selling DI outboard on the
market.
KISS THE GAS STATION GOOD-BYE
More fuel-efficient than other two-strokes, OptiMax
pays you back.
• DI system creates better fuel-and-air atomization
so every drop of fuel is combusted more consistently
and completely.
• OptiMax air compressor delivers a steady charge
of cooled air for maximum combustion efficiency
and lower emissions.
FAST FACTS
The other guys can’t compete with OptiMax
acceleration or top speed.
• Two-stage DI system provides a consistent supply
of atomized fuel and air for lightning-fast holeshot.
•
The lightest 3-liter two
-
stroke in its class, OptiMax
delivers the perfect balance of power and weight
thanks to its compact 60-Degree V6 Block.
YAMAHA
VMAX
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NOTHING COMPARES
TO OPTIMAX
OptiMax is the world’s best-selling,
most powerful and most fuel-efficient
Direct Injected engine