What is the max RPM on a Mercury 250 Pro XS?
Recommended propping RPM is 5500-6000 RPM’s. The HARD limiter has varied from 6300-6400 over the years. In many cases, if propped carefully, and trimmed gradually at WOT, the engine may be cable of reaching 6370, and running there for extended periods.
Is Mercury Pro XS 250 a 4 stroke?
Mercury’s four-stroke outboard stable continues to grow, with new Pro XS and Racing V-8 models. Bassers need not worry about excess weight because the 20-inch-shaft model Pro XS 250 four-stroke weighs the same 505 pounds as the 250 OptiMax it replaces — likely not a coincidence.
How do you break in a Mercury 250 Pro XS 4 stroke?
For this particular model, during the first two hours of operation run the engine at varied throttle settings up to 4500 RPM, with one-minute bursts at full throttle every ten minutes. Always warm up the motor thoroughly at idle before running at higher engine speeds.
How much horsepower does a Mercury 250 Pro XS have?
Smart Charging: A powerful alternator provides net charging output of 20 amps at idle and 85 amps at wide open throttle….
| Horsepower | 250 Horsepower expand/collapse |
|---|---|
| Shaft length | 20″ / 508 mm 25″ / 635 mm |
| Gearcase ratio | 1.75:1 |
| Dry weight *Lightest model available | 505 lbs / 229 kgs |
Is a Pro XS a 4 stroke?
The new 4-stroke Mercury Pro XS replaces the 2-stroke OptiMax series of engines which have been discontinued. Like the OptiMax, the Pro XS specializes in having high low-end torque and lightweight. It has been specially designed for the demands of bass boat, multi-specie, and saltwater inshore anglers.
How long will a Mercury 250 Pro XS last?
There is no set hour that defines the end of the 250 ProXS engine (or any other Merc 250 V-6 3.0L). These engines are well capable of 1000+ hours with routine maintenance.
How much does a Mercury 250 Pro XS weight?
505 lbs
Specifications – 250
| HP / kW | 250 / 186 |
|---|---|
| Steering | Big Tiller (optional) Hydraulic (standard) Power (optional) |
| Shaft length | 20″ / 508 mm 25″ / 635 mm |
| Gearcase ratio | 1.75:1 |
| Dry weight *Lightest model available | 505 lbs / 229 kgs |
How much does a Mercury Pro XS 250 cost?
The starting price is $8,500, the most expensive is $14,500, and the average price of $11,500. Related boats include the following models: 150 L, 200 L and 6 MLH. Boat Trader works with thousands of boat dealers and brokers to bring you one of the largest collections of Mercury Pro xs 250 boats on the market.