Mercruiser 8.1L Marine Engine Specifications

 

Models

496 MAG HO

496 MAG

Propshaft Horsepower

4251

3751

Propshaft Kilowatts

3171

2801

Ā Displacement

496 cid (8.1 l)Ā 

Maximum rpm @ WOT2

4600-5000 rpmĀ 

4400-4800 rpmĀ 

Idle rpm in NEUTRAL2Ā 

650 rpmĀ 

Oil Pressure @ 2000 rpm

60 psi (414 kPa)Ā 

Oil Pressure @ Idle

30 psi (207 kPa)Ā 

ThermostatĀ 

160o F (71o C)Ā 

Firing OrderĀ 

1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3

Electrical System

12-Volt Negative (-) Ground

Alternator Rating – Hot

Operating Amps

65 Amps

Alternator Rating – Cold

Operating Amps

72 AmpsĀ 

Recommended

Battery

 

Rating (Minimum)

650 cca/825 mca/150 Ah

Ā 

Ā 1 Power Rated in Accordance with NMMA (National Marine Manufactures’ Association) rating Procedures.Ā 

2 Measured using an accurate service tachometer with engine at normal operating temperature.Ā 


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