Engine - Mercruiser CPO, 496 Mag HO, EFI, Bravo
CPO "Certified Pre-Owned" = Same fit & function, same great performance, same great warranty, but at a lower cost!
For factory installed engine options, see the table below.
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| Power | 425HP (312 kW) |
|---|---|
| Full Throttle Range | 4600-5000 RPM |
| Displacement | 496 CID (8.1L) |
| Engine Type | V8 |
| Bore & Stroke | 4.25" X 4.38" (108mm X 111mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Requirement | 87 Octane (R+M)/2 |
| Engine Control System | PCM 555 with SmartCraft CAN Capability |
| Fuel Delivery System | Gen III Cool Fuel |
| Fuel Injection System | Sequential Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Induction System | 2-pieceLong Runner intake with 75mm Throttle Body (80mm w/DTS) |
| Ignition System | Distributorless Ignition w/Knock Control and Platinum Spark Plugs |
| Charging System | 65 Amp/917 Watt Alternator |
| Water Drain System | Single Point Air-Actuated |
| Exhaust System | Tuned Runner Exhaust Manifolds with 316 Stainless Steel Tubular Dry Joint Elbows |
| Cooling System | Closed Cooling, Long Life 5-Year Anti-Freeze, Brass Sea Water Pump |
| Accessory Drive System | Serpentine Belt, Stainless Steel Spring Automatic Tensioner |
| Recommended Engine Oil | MerCruiser Full Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 20W-40 |
| Engine Guardian System | Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temperature, High Exhaust Manifold Temperature, Low Drive Lube, Low Sea Water Pressure, Low Voltage, Over-rev control, Knock Control |
| Bravo One, Bravo One X Ratios | 1.36, 1.50, 1.65(H) |
| Bravo Two, Bravo Two X Ratios | 1.81, 2.00, 2.20(H) |
| Bravo Three, Bravo Three X Ratios | 1.81, 2.00, 2.20,(H) |
| Bravo One XR Ratios | 1.26, 1.35, 1.50 |
| Bravo Three XR Ratios | 2.0 |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) in | 35x 33 x 24 |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) mm | 878 x 838 x 610 |
| Weight w/ Bravo One, X, XR (lbs./kg) | 1199/544 |
| Weight w/ Bravo Two, X (lbs./kg) | 1214/551 |
| Weight w/ Bravo Three, X (lbs./kg) | 1224/556 |
| Digital Throttle and Shift | Optional |
| Options | |
| Fresh Water Cooling | Std. |
| Air-Actuated Water Drain | Std. |
| 2" Riser | MercOpt2R-1 |
| 4" Riser (with catalyst upgrade) |
MercOpt4R-1 |
| 6" Riser | MercOpt6R-1 |
| Digital Throttle and Shifting | MercOptDTS-1 |
| ECT Catalyst | MercOptCAT-3 |
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This engine comes with a limited 1 year factory warranty.
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