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Mercury Marine 225 Optimax

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225 Optimax

OptiMax 225 Specifications

HP @ Prop 225
kW @ Prop 165
Max RPM (WOT) 5000-5750
Cylinder/Configuration V-6 (60 degree vee)
Displacement (CID/cc) 185.9/3032
Bore & Stroke (in) 3.63 x 3.00
Bore & Stroke (mm) 92 x 76
Cooling System Water-cooled w/ thermostat & pressure controlled
Ignition System PCM 07
Starting Electric
Gear Ratio 1.75:1
Gear Shift F-N-R
Steering Remote
Alternator Amp 60 (belt-driven)
Alternator Watt 756 (belt-driven)
Trim System Power trim
Exhaust System Through prop
Lubrication System Electronic multipoint oil injection
Recommended Oil Mercury OptiMax/DFI Engine Oil
Fuel Induction System 2-stage direct fuel injection
Shaft Length (inches) 20/25/30
Shaft Length (mm) 508/635/762
Dry Weight (lbs.) 497
Dry Weight (kg.) 225
Operator Warning System Overheat, low oil level
SmartCraft Yes
CARB Star Rating 2
Warranty 3
Counter Rotation Available
Digital Throttle and Shift Available
The 225 DTS Optimax can use the new DTS (Digital Throttle System).

New Optimax Outboards are SmartCraft compatible for the ultimate in engine monitoring systems.

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[Optimax] [Fourstroke


Optimax Models
[Pro XS 250] [Pro XS 225][225DTS][225] [200DTS] [200] [175] [150] [135] [115] [90] [75]

Verado Models
[300] [275] [250] [225] [200]
[200 Four Cylinder] [175] [150] [135]


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