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THESTANDARDMercury Propellers founder E. Carl Kiekhaefer sold hisfirst engine in 1939, determined to raise engine standardsthroughout the marine world. Today, when you experiencethe power of an engine driven by a Mercury Propeller,it’s easy to see why Mercury Propellers remains focusedon Carl Kiekhaefer’s goals. With more than 70 years ofdedication, passion and innovative engineering in theadvancement of marine propulsion, Mercury Propellersis committed to improving boating through production ofthe most reliable, highest-quality and best-performingpropellers on the market today. No matter what brand ofoutboard or sterndrive you have, Mercury has a propellerthat will improve your boating experience.

Since day one, each and every Mercury Propeller has surpassedboth industry standards and consumer expectations in terms ofperformance, durability and innovation. That is a tradition thatcontinues today. When you buy a Mercury Propeller, you arepurchasing the state of the art in propeller technology – both interms of the propeller and the hub system. The following pagesare filled with facts that demonstrate how no other propellermanufacturer comes close to Mercury. Let us show you howthese facts set us apart:4-5PERFORMANCE6-7DURABILTY8-9MATERIALS10-13INNOVATION5

Nobody is tougheron our propELLERSFrom salt spray chambers, to mechanicaltorture tests, to round-the-clock endurancetesting at Mercury’s saltwater and freshwatertesting facilities, we run each propeller designto the limit – and then some.It’s no wonder that our props are the approvedchoice of both the US Coast Guard and theDepartment of Homeland Security. If theseheroes count on Mercury Propellers to gethome safely – you can too.Durability does not come from testing alone– it is designed into every prop from the start.Our team leverages computerized modelsto ensure strength is engineered into everyprop and hub kit we make.9

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LEADERSARE FOLLOWEDMercury is the undisputed leader inoutboard and sterndrive innovation.With the competition content to followour lead, Mercury Propellers continuesto innovate with the industry’s mostcutting-edge propeller designs, newpatented propeller technologies andadvanced hub systems.Flo-TORQ HUB SYSTEM• The world’s first modular hub system foroutboards and sterndrives. Invented by Mercury –imitated by the competition.• Provides the ultimate in drive protection – theDelrin sleeve sacrifices itself to protect key drivecomponents in the event of contact with anunderwater obstruction, while still giving you theability to idle home safely.Flo-TORQ REFLEX• The Flo-Torq Reflex is the latest addition to theFlo-Torq family of hub systems and is designedfor 40-60 HP standard gearcase outboards.• The Reflex is the first propeller hub system toprovide the shock absorption of a rubber hubcoupled with the superior strength of a two-partcomposite hub system.• The Reflex’s innovative design relies on theflexible Reflex fingers – constructed of NorylGTX. The fingers are designed to flex up to8 degrees, quieting rattle and vibration.The second part of the Reflex is made ofDelrin – known for its resistance to fuel and oil.• Together, the two parts produce a systemas quiet as a rubber hub, but 75% stronger,providing longer service life.PVS PLUGSPVS (Performance Vent System) is an exclusiveMercury innovation that allows you to customtunethe venting of your propeller – this givesyou the power to customize the performanceof your propeller to match your engine. Just byvarying the size of the exhaust hole, you canimprove your performance. This is a system youcan only get with select Mercury propellers.13

INNOVATIONIntroducingMercury’s newestaluminum propellerThe Spitfire provides the ultimateperformance available in an aluminumpropeller. Spitfire is up to 25% faster from0-20 mph with no penalty in top speed,while providing tenacious holding that willkeep you on plane even during tight turns.Accelerateaway fromthe competitionThe 4-blade design allows Mercuryengineers to pack more blade areawithin a smaller diameter. Keepingdiameter low allows the prop to spinup quickly for unbelievable holeshot.Mercury borrowed the Spitfire’slow-diameter, high-blade areadesign from Mercury’s Enertia andFury stainless steel propellers.This design formula providesunheard-of acceleration whilestill maintaining the top endspeed that made the Black Maxthe world’s #1 aluminum propeller.14Hold On!The Spitfire’s designed from theground up to be the best-handlingaluminum propeller Mercury hasever produced. The Spitfire featuresan extra cup design coupled witha straight trailing edge (similarto Mercury Racing’s Cleaver) forultimate holding even in the tightestmaneuvers.

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ALUMINUMSeriesNo other propellers on the market todayprovide as much performance, durabilityand value.NEW!BLACK MAXALPHA 4SPITFIRE18It’s not just an average aluminumpropeller – there is a reason theBlack Max is the world’s best-sellingpropeller! It’s designed to be theperfect complement to a Mercuryoutboard or MerCruiser stern drive –that’s the reason Black Max propellersare installed as original equipmentby more boat builders than any otherpropeller in the world.• Available in 6- to 23-pitch• Right-hand rotation• Fits all Mercury outboards (2.5 hpand above), Alpha and Bravo Onestern drives• Recommended for engines withless than 250 horsepower and atop speed of less than 50 MPHThe Alpha 4 aluminum propellerprovides four-blade performance andacceleration at an affordable price.The Alpha 4 is an outstanding propellerfor stern drive-powered runabouts, aswell as cruisers. With an Alpha 4, yourboat will get on plane quicker and stayon plane at lower speeds than witha comparable three-blade propeller.The Alpha 4 is also an excellent watersports prop.• Available in 16-, 18- and 20-pitch• Right-hand and left-hand rotation• Fits outboards (135hp and above),Alpha and Bravo One stern drives• Recommended for inline 4, V6- andV8-powered stern drives.The Spitfire is Mercury’s mostadvanced aluminum propeller.Four aggressive blades with highrake angles and extra cup providetenacious holding in turns and 25%faster acceleration with no penaltyin top speed. Once again Mercuryhas re-written the rules of propellerdesign and engineering.• Available in 9.5- to 19-pitch• Designed specifically for boatsusing mid-range 25 - 125 hpoutboards – including aluminumfishing and pontoon boats.• Three propeller models aredesigned for the demands ofpontoon boats, featuring extraholding and life to wake up theperformance of your pontoon.

SportSeriesMercury’s best value propellers for boatersready to step up to the durability andperformance of stainless steel.LASER IIThe one that started it all. The largetubeLaser II (135 horsepower andup models) is ideal for smaller 15- to18-foot bass boats with 135 - 200hpengines. The small-tube Laser II is theperfect complement for 75 - 125hpbass boats and aluminum deep-Vfishing boats where speed is a priority.• Available in 19- to 26-pitch• Right-hand rotation (select left-handrotation propellers also available)• Fits outboards 75hp and up, andAlpha and Bravo One stern drives• Recommended for outboardpoweredbass boats with less than200 horsepower and 75 - 115hpaluminum deep-V boatsVENGEANCEThe Vengeance is Mercury’sgeneral-purpose line of stainlesssteel propellers – providing Mercuryquality and amazing durability at aprice that represents real value forthe dollar. The Vengeance providesincreased top speed, acceleration,and durability versus a comparablealuminum prop.• Available in 9- to 23-pitch• Right-hand rotation (select lefthandrotation propellers alsoavailable)• Fits all Mercury outboards andAlpha and Bravo One stern drivesVENSURAThe VenSura is a tough, durablesaltwater propeller for single ortwin outboard applications, 135hpand above. The VenSura’s four-bladedesign delivers better accelerationand holding than a three-bladepropeller. The VenSura’s geometryprovides strong bow lift – even inrough seas.• Available in 17- to 23-pitch• Right-hand and left-hand rotation20

ELITESeriesMercury’s most trusted and best-sellingpropeller designs.TEMPEST PLUSDesigned for bass and tournamentmultispecies/walleye boats 19 feet andlonger, with 135hp and larger engines,the Tempest Plus is designed to makebig boats go fast. Its high rake andbigger cup allow for outstanding lift andhandling.• Available in 17- to 29-pitch• Right-hand rotation (select left-handrotation propellers also available)• Fits outboards (135hp and above);Alpha and Bravo One stern drives• Recommended for outboardapplications 135hp and aboveTROPHY PLUSThe Trophy Plus has a four-blade steeldesign that provides incredible bowlift for bass and flats boats that runat high drive heights. Its four-bladedesign provides quick holeshot,stable handling at high speeds,and holds better than a three-bladepropeller in tight turns – inspiringconfidence on the water when thespeeds get high.• Available in 17- to 29-pitch• Right-hand rotation• 17- to 19-pitch recommended for75-115hp outboards on multispecies,bass or flats boats• 21- to 29-pitch recommendedfor 135 and higher horsepoweroutboard-powered bass boatsTROPHY SPORTThe Trophy Sport is the idealpropeller for bay and flats boatsusing 40 - 60hp outboards. Itsfour-blade design provides quickholeshot, stable secure handling,and holds better than a three-bladepropeller in tight turns – inspiringconfidence on the water.• Available in 12 to 15-pitch• Right-hand rotation• Fits 40 through 60 hp (non-BigFoot) outboards• Recommended for bass, flatsand deep-v aluminum boats22

ELITESeriesMercury’s most trusted and best-sellingpropeller designs.24BRAVO TWOWhen you need enhanced mid- totop-end performance, the three-bladeBravo Two propellers step up to theplate. A large blade area providesmaximum thrust, and their beefydesign gives excellent maneuverabilityand better holding in turns.• Aluminum Bravo Two propellersavailable from 19- to 23-pitch inright-hand and left-hand rotation• Stainless steel Bravo Two propellersavailable from 11- to 25-pitch inright-hand and left-hand rotation• Fits all Bravo Two stern drivesBRAVO THREEThis amazing twin-propeller, contrarotatingsystem is standard equipmenton Bravo Three drives. A large-diameterfour-blade front propeller coupledwith a smaller-diameter, three-bladerear propeller provide unbelievableacceleration, straight tracking, fueleconomy, and precise handling aroundthe dock.• Sets available from 19- to 30-pitch• Left-hand forward propeller andright-hand rear propeller• Available in hi-polish and matte finish• Fits all Bravo Three stern drivesHIGH FIVEWhether you’re pulling skiers orhauling to your favorite fishing hole,Mercury’s groundbreaking HighFive propeller offers class-leadingacceleration. Its five-blade design pullsstrong and smooth, even in roughwater. The High Five is an excellent fiton V6-powered stern drive runaboutswhere tow sports are a priority.• Available in 17-, 19-, 21-, 23- and25-pitch• Right-hand rotation• Fits all outboards 135 horsepowerand up, and Alpha and Bravo Onestern drives• Recommended for V6-poweredstern drive runabouts andoutboard-powered freshwaterdeep-V fishing boats

MIRAGE PLUSThe Mirage Plus is the best-sellinghigh-horsepower propeller in theworld. More offshore boat companiesrecommend the Mirage Plus than anyother performance propeller. The largediameterhigh-output blade geometryprovides outstanding acceleration andtop speed across a wide variety ofapplications.• Available in 13- to 29-pitch in twoinchincrements• Right-hand and left-hand rotation• Fits outboards (135hp and above);Alpha and Bravo One stern drives25

COMPSeriesMercury’s most cutting-edge geometriesfor the most demanding boater.BRAVO IThe Bravo I four-blade stainless steelpropeller is included as standardequipment on more go-fast stern driveboats than any other high-performancepropeller. The Bravo I is an ideal fit forhigh-speed high-drive-height stern driveapplications and provides outstandingperformance on catamarans and boatswith stepped hulls.• Available in 22- to 36-pitch• Right-hand and left-hand rotation• Fits outboards (135 hp and above),Alpha and Bravo One stern drives• Recommended for big-blockV8-powered stern drives withhigh-performance hulls (cats andstepped hulls)ENERTIAThe Enertia is a revolutionarypropeller that improves bothacceleration and top speed oncenter consoles, high-horsepowerpontoons, and stern drive-poweredrunabouts. The Enertia was thefirst Mercury propeller to utilize theadded strength and durability ofMercury’s X7 alloy.• Available in 14- to 22–pitch, inone-inch increments• Available in right-hand and lefthandrotation (left-hand onlyavailable in 15-, 17-, 19- and 21-pitch)• Fits all outboards 135hp and up,Alpha and Bravo One stern drivesFURYMercury’s state-of-the-art tournamentbass propeller, the revolutionary Furymeasurably improves acceleration andtop speed on bass boats poweredby 200hp and higher outboards.Mercury’s testing revealed anincrease of 1.4 MPH and 12 percentfaster holeshot. The Fury is Mercury’stop-of-the-line bass propeller andthe first bass boat propeller to utilizethe added strength and durability ofMercury’s X7 alloy.• Available in 24-, 25-, 26- and27-pitch• Right-hand rotation• Recommended for bass boatswith outboards 200hp and above26

COMPSeriesMercury’s most cutting-edge geometriesfor the most demanding boater.28MAXIMUSThe five-blade ultimate high-performancepropeller ideally suited to power step-vhulls, v-bottoms and cats with high driveheights equipped with big block H.O., 8.2MAG H.O. or Mercury Racing enginescoupled with Bravo One or Bravo OneXR stern drives. If moving from a BravoI propeller, it is recommended to dropdown two inches of pitch.• Available in 24- to 34-pitch in two-inchincrements• Right-hand and left-hand rotation• Recommended for Bravo One andBravo One XR stern drives with bigblock powerREVOLUTION 4The Revolution 4 is the four-blade cousinof the legendary three-blade TempestPlus. The Revolution 4 is an outstandingmatch for outboard-powered walleyeboats, single- or twin-outboard-poweredcenter consoles, and stern drive-powereddeck or sport boats. The aggressivefour-blade design provides outstandingholeshot and improved midrange over theMirage Plus.• Available in 15- to 25-pitch in two-inchincrements• Right-hand and left-hand rotation• Fits outboards (135hp and above);Alpha and Bravo One stern drives• Recommended for outboard-poweredcenter consoles boats in singlethrough quad applications whereholding and fuel economyare a priority.

APPLICATION CHARTALUMINUMS e r i e sSPORTSeriesAlpha 4 Black Max Spitfire Laser II Vengeance Vensura Bravo TwoSPECIFICATIONSAvailable Pitches 16, 18, 205.5, 6, 6.5,7, 7.5, 8, 8.4,8.5, 9, 9.5,10, 10.5, 11,11.5, 12, 12.5,13, 14, 14.5,15, 16, 17, 18,19, 21, 23, 259.5, 10, 11,12,13, 14,15, 17, 19Material Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum19, 21, 23, 25StainlessSteel10, 12, 14, 15,16, 17, 18,19, 21, 23StainlessSteel17, 19, 21, 23StainlessSteel11, 13, 15, 17,19, 21, 23, 25AluminumRotation LH, RH RH RH LH, RH RH LH, RH LH, RHPVS•Number of Blades 4 3 4 3 3 4 3Aluminum • • • • • •Bass • • • •Bowrider • • • • • •CatamaranCenter Console•Cruiser • • • • •BOAT APPLICATIONSDeckboat • • • • • •Fish-n-ski • • • • • •Houseboat • • • •Inflatable • • •Inshore fishing (bay, flats) • • • •Multi-species • •Offshore fishing • •Pontoon • • •Runabout - Cuddy • • • • • •Runabout - Open Bow • • • • •Sportboat / Performance • •Ski • • •30Workboat • •

Still not sureWhich Mercury propellerisright for you?Ever wonderif your boatispropped correctly?Visit our industry-leading prop selector.The Prop Selector is an online interactiveguide that walks you through the propselection process step by step – to ensurethat you get the perfect prop to get themost performance out of your boat. Thereare even helpful videos to show you all thedetails for every step of the process!MercuryMarine.com© 2011 MERCURY MARINE. All rights reserved.Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.Published 7/11 Printed in U.S.A 90-8M0060095