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5.0L MPI (260-hp)
Affordable, dependable and well-equipped, the 5.0L features the Thunderbolt® V ignition system, which allows carbureted models to offer many of the computerized engine-management benefits of fuel injection.

Fast Facts
Propshaft HP	260-hp
Configuration	V8
Aspiration	Normal
Displacement	5.0 L / 305 CID
Bore & Stroke	3.73 x 3.48
Fuel System	Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
Base Engine Weight	952 lbs.
Length/Width/Height	32 x 30 x 22
Max RPM@WOT	4600-5000
Warranty	3-year

Key Features

Compatible Drives: ALpha, Bravo One, Bravo Two, Bravo Three
Ceramic- and EDP-coated exhaust elbows for outstanding corrosion resistance.
Multipoint manual water drain system, which makes winterizing easy.
70-amp alternator to handle the demands of today’s state-of-the-art electronic components.
Water-separating fuel filter that prevents water from entering the fuel system.
Exclusive audio alarm system that warns you of low oil pressure, high water temperature and excessive transmission temperature.
Exclusive drive lube monitor conveniently located atop the engine for easy access.
Compact hydraulic steering available for pontoon applications, which is offered as a factory-installed option on the Alpha drive packages.
Exclusive Mercury MerCruiser® service dealer network.

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Caravelle Interceptor 192 BR
Maxum 1900 SR3
Baja 20 Outlaw
Baja 202 Islander
Larson Senza 206 (2006-)
Rinker RX 1 (2003-2004)
Doral 210 Escape
Sea Ray 200 Sundeck
Bayliner 225 Runabout (2009-)
Princecraft Vacanza 240
Rinker 226 Captiva SE (2006-)
Rinker 232 Captiva Cuddy (2002-2004)
Sea Ray 225 Weekender
Sea Ray 240 Sundancer
Sea Ray 240 Sundancer (2006-)
Bayliner 245 Cruiser (2009-)
Formula 280 Bowrider (Not in Production)
Sea Ray 290 Sundancer (2006- )
Rinker 290 Fiesta Vee
Rinker 300 Fiesta Vee (2005 - )
Rinker 312 Fiesta Vee

MerCruiser 5.0L MPI (260-hp)
Base Price	N/A	Max RPM@WOT	4600-5000
Propshaft HP	260-hp	Alternator Output Rating	65 amp
Dry Weight	952 lbs.	Fuel Type	87 Octane
Length/Width/Height(in)	32 x 30 x 22	Fuel System	Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
Displacement (liters/cu.in)	5.0 L / 305 CID	Ignition System	Crank-fired High Voltage Switch w/ Knock Control
Cylinders/Configuration	V8	Cooling System	Thermostatically Controlled, Raw Water
Bore & Stroke	3.73 x 3.48	Exhaust System	Iron Manifold w/ Ceramic Coated Dry-Joint Exhaust
Shaft Length		Electronic Engine Display	Yes
Aspiration	Normal


MerCruiser 5.0L MPI (260-hp) Multi-Port Fuel Injection provides easy starts, cold or hot, and automatically adjusts for changes in temperature, weather, or altitude for terrific performance in any environment

e,fabbri	10/21/2008 8:46:59 PM
By theway, drive a boat with a twin engine 5.0 MPI is a wounderful experience. EF - Brazil

e,fabbri	10/21/2008 8:43:55 PM
Anybody have information oe use the AXIUS system? in Brazil I have no information or some ine that have used it.

e,fabbri	10/21/2008 8:41:22 PM
c, rose I receive my boat last week, it is one 34 feet. the firts test( the engine is new ), the consumption is arround 16,8 gallons ( twin ) per hour. But mu propeller is in 22P, I will change by test to 24P next week. I think that the result will be better. My aim is to reach 15 gallons per hour, in the same velocity ( 25 N Mille ).EF

c,rose	10/13/2008 9:27:22 AM
to fabri. A boat about 5600 kg with two 5.0 mpi takes about 22 gal per hour / 3500 . I have a rinker 320. With volvo 5.0 gxi it will take no more than 18 gal and much less exhaust smell...

e,fabbri	9/29/2008 10:40:33 PM
I will teste the new boat equiped with 5.0 MPI 260HP in a boat where the weight is arroud 5000kg full, with gas and water...I will post the result here to share with the communitee.thanks

N,Bazzi	9/25/2008 8:23:42 AM
Hi, i own a Byliner Trophy 2352 WA, equipped with 1 engine MCM 5.0L MPI - Alpha One Drive with 16" 4 blades alluminium prop.The boat weight is aroun 3000kg with gas tank full and 2 people on board. Max speed 30 knots @ 4850 rpm - cruise speed 21÷23 knots @ 3300÷3500 rpm - Fuel consumption at cruise speed 35÷40 l/h (9÷10,5 gph).

j,solta	8/31/2008 12:51:59 PM
j solta: 2004 engine, high presure pump is out, the boat is dead-$2800 expense, the idle control valve is out, the boat is dead. is this a reliable engine?the next one is a volvo penta

e,fabbri	8/18/2008 12:12:39 AM
I order for a boat with this engine in twin, but no one in BOAT TEST.COM wrote me about the question. please, if anybody have been made a test with the weight arround 5500kg 5.0 MPI steerndrive and have a idea the consumption, send me the answer because I am in a doubt..thanks

i,Vasile	8/17/2008 3:43:02 AM
I hv a searay 230 sundancer 1994 with engine 5.7 ltr thunderbolt ignition serial 0f065076 and i would like replacement. which is the engine who fits perfectly and you reccomend to my boat ???? as well i woulkd like replacement of zdrive from Alpa One to Bravo three. Can thie change be done to my boat ... any help please ????!!!!!whom to contact for advise ???

F,Paternotte	6/13/2008 11:36:41 AM
What is the ansher of the question from E. fabbri. I have a bayliner 275 2006 with a 5.0L MPI 260-hp. I have the same question. (netherlands)e-mail: f.paternotte@chello.nl

F,Paternotte	6/13/2008 11:36:37 AM
What is the ansher of the question from E. fabbri. I have a bayliner 275 2006 with a 5.0L MPI 260-hp. I have the same question. (netherlands)e-mail: f.paternotte@chello.nl

F,Paternotte	6/10/2008 3:06:56 PM
What is the ansher of the question from E. fabbri. I have a bayliner 275 2006 with a 5.0L MPI 260-hp. I have the same question. (netherlands)e-mail: f.paternotte@chello.nl

e,fabbri	5/16/2008 11:27:00 PM
I would like to know whether this engine em twin on a boat with weight arround 5.500 KG full could spend more/less 14 gallons per hour

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MerCruiser 5.0L MPI (260-hp)