2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor
The 2018 Mercury 5hp is a great source of portable power for small skiffs, jon boats, and inflatables. It’s also a popular choice as auxiliary power for sailboats as well as trolling/kicker motors for larger fishing boats.
The 5hp shares many 4hp features plus a larger carburetor and propeller for increased performance and tiller steering. The 59 lb. Mercury 5hp delivers outstanding fuel economy and legendary reliability as well as a manual start. The 5M model features an integrated fuel tank for true grab-and-go portability and a 25 inch long shaft. External tank connection is standard providing the ability to add an optional external fuel tank/fuel line. This model comes with the Mercury Marine 3-year warranty.
2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor
Compact and Lightweight
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
Forward-Neutral-Reverse Gear Shift
Adjustable Steering Tension Control
Forward Mounted Gear Shift Selector
Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
Integrated Carry Handle
Thermostat Controlled Water Cooling
Shallow Water Drive; 6 Trim Positions
Quiet Through-Propeller-Hub Exhaust
1.15 Liter (.30 Gallon) Integral Fuel Tank
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
2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor
MODEL
5MXLH
MODEL YEAR
2018
SKU
5MXLH-18
WEIGHT
59.0000
MANUFACTURER
Mercury
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE
Japan
HORSEPOWER
5hp
SHAFT LENGTH
25″ (Extra Long)
STEERING
Tiller
STARTING
Manual
TRIM & TILT
Manual
FUEL DELIVERY
Carburetor
FUEL TANK
Internal
CYLINDER(S)
1
DISPLACEMENT
123 cc (7.5 cubic inches)
BORE AND STROKE
59 x 45 mm (2.32 x 1.77 inches)
FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE
4500-5500
IGNITION SYSTEM
Digital CD Ignition w/Electronic Spark Advance
INDUCTION SCAVENGING
OHV
VALVES PER CYLINDER
2
FUEL TYPE
87 Octane (up to 10% ethanol content)
FUEL TANK / FUEL LINE
0.3 US Gallon (1.15 liter)
OIL TYPE
SAE 10W-30 (Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil)
OIL CAPACITY
15 fl. Oz. (450 ml)
LUBRICATION
Trochoid Pump
ALTERNATOR
Optional 12V 50W 4A (installation required)
COOLING SYSTEM
Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled
SALTWATER RATED
YES
GEAR RATIO
2.15:1
GEAR SHIFT
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (forward mounted shift lever)
PROPELLER
7.7″ Diameter X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum
INTERNAL BATTERY
No
2018 Mercury 5 Hp 5MXLH Outboard Motor
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Integral Fuel Tank (0.3 gal)
Owner’s Manual
Mercury 3-Year Warranty
Aluminum Propeller
Mercury 3-Stroke Oil
Tool Kit
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