Mercury Racing
Ridge Marine - Gambler Boats - Mercury Racing - Paradise, CA
(530) 877-1766 

Mercury Racing ProductsMercury Racing — 280 h.p. 2.5 EFI
2.5 EFI Sport – 2.5 EFI SS    

Mercury Racing — 2.5 EFI Sport: Key Features
Mercury Racing 2.5 EFI Sport Outboard Motor
  • O-ring sealed cylinder heads replace the traditional head-gasket heads, providing greater head stability, less cylinder distortion and improved engine cooling.
  • Carbon fiber, single-stage reeds have two to three times the life of dual-stage fiberglass reeds and produce comparable power.
  • Seven-petal intake system, fed by six individual fuel injectors, ensures quick starting and optimal engine performance throughout the 7500 rpm operating range.
  • Solid engine mounts improve engine response and overall boat performance at higher speeds.
  • The Sport Master gearcase features a new heavy-duty propshaft for enhanced durability.

Mercury Racing — 2.5 EFI Sport: Specifications
HP @ Prop: 280
kW @ Prop: 209
Max RPM (WOT): 7200-7500
Cylinders: V-6 (60 degree vee)
Displacement (CID/cc): 153/2507
Bore & Stroke (in): 3.50 x 2.65
Bore & Stroke (mm): 88.9 x 67.3
Fuel Induction System: Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition System: Inductive coil with computer control
Alternator: Belt driven 60 amp/846 watt w/voltage regulator
Gear Ratio: 1.87:1
Fuel/Oil Ratio: 40:1
Recommended Oil: Mercury Performance Blend 2-cycle outboard
Fuel Requirements: 92 octane (R+M)/2 leaded
Rotation: Left or right hand
Shaft Length (inches): 15/20/25
Shaft Length (mm): 381/508/635
Weight (lbs / kg): 20” (508 mm) Std. - 15” (381 mm) Short Shaft: 375 lbs./170 kg; 20” (508 mm) - 25” (635 mm) Offshore: 400 lbs./181 kg
Warranty: One-year limited warranty for recreational boating and 3-year limited corrosion warranty

Mercury Racing — 2.5 EFI SS: Specifications
Mercury Racing 2.5 EFI SS Outboard MotorHP @ Prop: 280
kW @ Prop: 209
Max RPM (WOT): 7200-7500
Displacement (CID/cc): 153/2507
Bore & Stroke (in): 3.50 x 2.65
Bore & Stroke (mm): 89 x 67
Fuel Induction System: EFI
Ignition System: Inductive coil with computer control
Alternator: Belt driven 60 amp/846 watt w/voltage regulator
Gear Ratio: 1.87:1
Shaft Length (inches): 15
Shaft Length (mm): 381
Cylinders: V-6 (60 degree vee)
Fuel/Oil Ratio: 40:1
Recommended Oil: Mercury Performance Blend 2-cycle outboard
Fuel Requirements: 92 octane (R+M)/2 leaded
Rotation: Left or right hand
Warranty: One-year limited warranty for recreational boating and 3-year limited corrosion warranty
Weight (lbs / kg): 375/170

Please call us at 530-877-1766 for more information
regarding the Mercury Racing 280 h.p. 2.5 EFI Series.

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Last Updated: 28-May-04