Mercruiser Sterndrive 5.0L MPI – The computer controlled fuel and ignition system and platinum-tipped spark plugs ensure reliable starts and outstanding performance. Smart maintenance feature such as the engine-mounted drive lube monitor make it easy to check your drive lube from inside the boat.
| Power | 260HP (194 kW) |
| Full Throttle Range | 4600-5000 RPM |
| Displacement | 305 CID (5.0L) |
| Engine Type | V8 |
| Bore & Stroke | 3.73″ X 3.48″ (95mm X 88mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Requirement | 87 Octane (R+M)/2 |
| Engine Control System | ECM 555 with SmartCraft CAN Capability (PCM 555 w/DTS) |
| Fuel Delivery System | Gen II Cool Fuel-Alpha, Gen III Cool Fuel-Bravo |
| Fuel Injection System | Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection (Sequential Fuel Injection w/DTS) |
| Induction System | 2-pieceLong Runner intake with 75mm Throttle Body (80mm w/DTS) |
| Ignition System | Crank-fired High Voltage Switch w/Knock Control and Platinum Plugs |
| Charging System | 65 Amp/917 Watt Alternator |
| Water Drain System | 3-point Manual Drain (Bravo Models), Single Point Air-Actuated (Optional on Bravo Models), Single Point Manual Drain (Alpha Models) |
| Exhaust System | Iron Manifold with Ceramic Coated Dry-joint Exhaust Elbow |
| Cooling System | Thermostatically Controlled, Raw Water |
| Accessory Drive System | Serpentine Belt |
| Recommended Engine Oil | MerCruiser Full Synthetic Engine Oil – SAE 20W-40 |
| Engine Guardian System | Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temperature, Low Drive Lube, Low Sea Water Pressure, Low Voltage, Over-rev control, Knock Control |
| Alpha Ratios | 1.47, 1.62 (P), 1.81 |
| Bravo One Ratios | 1.50, 1.65 (P) |
| Bravo Two Ratios | 2.00, 2.20 (P) |
| Bravo Three Ratios | 2.00. 2.20 (P), 2.43 |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) in | 32 x 30 x 22 |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) mm | 814 x 740 x 559 |
| Weight w/ Alpha (lbs./kg) | 952/433 |
| Weight w/ Bravo One (lbs./kg) | 993/451 |
| Weight w/ Bravo Two (lbs./kg) | 1010/459 |
| Weight w/ Bravo Three (lbs./kg) | 1019/463 |
| Digital Throttle and Shift | Optional |
| Optional Freshwater Cooling | Available |
| CA 4-Star Emissions Control Model | Available |