Mercury 2017 Mercury 9.9 HP 9.9ELHPT-CT-PK Outboard Motor

The 2017 9.9ELHPT-CT-PK pairs a long 20-inch shaft, electric start, and power-operated tilt with Mercury's CommandThrust gearcase, aimed at wider or heavier boats than a standard-ratio 9.9 would comfortably push along. Where it belongs Steering, shifting, and the throttle twist all live on the tiller grip, a setup favored on sailboats using this as auxiliary power and on kicker motors where the main helm stays open for other tasks. Power tilt raises the lower unit electrically rather than by hand, which is worth having if the motor gets tilted up and down often during a day on the water. The CommandThrust difference Running 2.42:1 gearing, it swings a larger four-blade aluminum prop for extra thrust at low RPM rather than top-end speed, which is the point of a trolling or auxiliary motor rather than a primary one built for quick runs. Saltwater-rated construction and manufacture in Japan round out the build quality here. Buying considerations Because the power tilt adds weight and complexity over a manual lever, check that your boat's electrical system can support it before ordering, and keep the transom measurement handy so the long shaft lands at the right depth. Common questions Is the propeller included? Yes, a CommandThrust four-blade aluminum propeller ships with the motor. Will it hold up in salt water? Yes, it is saltwater rated. Specifications Model 9.9ELHPT-CT-PK Model Year 2017 SKU 9.9ELHPT-CT-PK-17 Weight 111.0000 Manufacturer Mercury Country of Manufacture Japan Horsepower 9.9hp Shaft Length 20″ (Long) Steering Tiller Starting Electric Trim & Tilt Power Tilt Fuel Delivery Carburetor Fuel Tank External Cylinder(s) 2 Displacement 208 cc (12.8 cubic inches) Bore and Stroke 55 x 44 mm (2.16 x 1.73 inches) Full Throttle RPM Range 5000-6000 Ignition System Digital CD Ignition w/Electronic Spark Advance Induction Scavenging SOHC Valves per Cylinder 2 Fuel Type 87 Octane (up to 10% ethanol content) Fuel Tank / Fuel Line 3.2 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line Oil Type SAE 10W-30 (Mercury 4-Stroke Outboard Oil) Oil Capacity 27 fl. Oz. (800 ml) Lubrication Trochoid Pump Alternator 12V 76W 6A (standard on electric start models) Cooling System Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled Saltwater Rated YES Gear Ratio 2.42:1 CommandThrust Gearcase Gear Shift Forward-Neutral-Reverse (shift in tiller handle) Propeller CommandThrust 4-Blade High Thrust Aluminum Propeller Internal Battery No