The M8 drive features robust internal drive components. This surface-piercing gearcase is compliments a lower engine profile. Lowering engine mounting in a boat results in a lower center of gravity for improved boat handling and overall performance; it also provides more flexibility in boat hatch styling.

The M8 features twin-pinion drive and robust internal components rated to handle up to 1600 lb. ft of torque and 1600hp. Its dry sump design reduces parasitic power losses. A standard active anode provides enhanced corrosion resistance.

The M8 Sterndrive by Mercury Racing combines the best features of the NXT6, but with even more robust internal drive components and an all-new lower gearcase. The surface-piercing gearcase, inspired by the legendary dry-sump NXT6 drive, is two inches shorter to compliment the lower engine profile.

2011年1月3日 · My personal favorite is the #6 and probably will be for awhile to come until the M8 proves itself as a reliable drive that can handle serious power without backing down. Anyone else have a preferance or favorite and personal experience with duribility/performance? Dry Sump NXT Torque rating up to 800 ft. lbs

The M8 features twin-pinion drive and robust internal components rated to handle up to 1600 lb. ft of torque and 1600hp. Its dry sump design reduces parasitic power losses. A standard active anode provides enhanced corrosion resistance.

Now shares the transom assembly with the M8. 2" shorter than stock. Designed for speeds in excess of 90 mph. Has superior hydrodynamics with a longer torpedo which helps with blow out and stability at higher speeds. The XR Sterndrive has a race-proven Bravo One gear housing with heavy-duty billet bearing carrier and 1 1/4" propshaft.

The M8 II is a near-scale version of the trophy-winning full size Mercury Racing M8 drive that has achieved domination in the unforgiving world of offshore racing. Also matching its full size equivalent, the Arrow Shark M8 II can handle left or right hand rotation props as standard, and is ideally suited to twin installations for ultimate ...

The Mercury Racing M8 Sterndrive combines the best features of the NXT6, but with even more robust internal drive components and an all-new lower gearcase. The surface-piercing gearcase, inspired by the legendary dry-sump NXT6 drive, is two inches shorter to …

At the heart of the M8 is a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V-8 that makes 617 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. It sends that power through an excellent eight-speed automatic and onto a...

Filmed by Daily Motor https://www.youtube.com/c/DailyMotorAs tested: $158,095MPG: 15 city / 21 highwayPower: 617 hp / 553 lb-ftEngine: 4.4-liter twin-turbo V...