Mercury Outboard 20MH Mechanical Remote Control, short shaft
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MERCURY

Mercury Outboard 20MH Mechanical Remote Control, short shaft

Product Code: 0M1A20302LK

Output far beyond its size

Put amazing power in the palm of your hand. These compact outboard motors take you to the fun, the fish, or whatever floats your boat – quickly and reliably. Enjoy quick acceleration to go with exhilarating speed. Easy to install and operate, with reliable starting, low vibration, and instant throttle response. It's worry-free boating at its best.

ENGINE DETAILS

Ultra-lightweight (just 99 pounds) and reliable, with little vibration. Innovative tiller lets you lock the tiller at 73 degrees – great for fishing and trailering. Perfect for aluminum tiller, inflatable soft hull, jon, utility, and sail boats.

SPECIFICATIONS - 20 EFI

HP / kW
  • 20 / 14.7

Engine type
  • Inline 2

Displacement (CID/CC)
  • 20.3 / 333

Full throttle RPM
  • 5700 - 6200

Fuel induction system
  • 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)

Alternator amp / Watt
  • 12/145 electric

Recommended fuel
  • 87 octane / up to 10% ethanol

Recommended oil
  • 25W-40 Synthetic Blend
  • Mercury FC-W 10W-30 4-Stroke Marine Oil

Engine protection operator warning system
  • Low oil pressure
  • Low water pressure
  • Over-rev
  • Overheat
  • Sensor failure

Starting
  • Electric
  • Manual

Steering
  • Remote
  • Tiller

Shaft length
  • 15" / 381 mm
  • 20" / 508 mm

Gearcase ratio
  • 2.15:1

Dry weight *Lightest model available
  • 99 lbs / 45 kg

CARB star rating
  • 3

Bore and stroke
  • 2.40 x 2.24" / 61 x 57 mm

Ignition
  • CDI w/electronic spark advance

Fuel system
  • Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Cooling system
  • Water-cooled with thermostat

Gear shift
  • F-N-R

Gearcase options
  • Standard

Trim system
  • Manual
  • Power Tilt

Trim positions
  • 6

Exhaust system
  • Through prop

Shallow water drive
  • Yes

Shallow water trim range (degrees)
  • 16

Remote fuel tank (optional)
  • Yes

Remote fuel tank standard (gal / L)
  • 3.2 / 12

Color
  • Phantom Black

 

Time for a New Outboard Motor?

Is your boat ready for new power? Don’t wait until your engine is no longer working. With many outboard options on the market, identifying the best engine for your current boat can be daunting. Your authorized Mercury dealer can assess your current boat, discuss typical use and loads, determine which rigging and accessories you will need, and more.

 Award-winning tiller handle

Mercury Marine's tiller handle assembly for the 15 and 20hp portable outboard motors won the 2018 award in the "Propulsion Parts" category at the annual International Boatbuilders' Exhibition & Conference (IBEX). This new tiller handle features several remarkable advancements to make the steering, shifting and throttle operation of portable outboards more intuitive, comfortable and responsive, and is the world's first portable outboard tiller that offers ambidextrous operation.