Posted: 10/05/2025

Marine Boats Industry to reduce Petroleum-Based Plastics in Outboard Motor Packaging

By Combining Biodegradable Green Planet™ Shipping Material With Specially Shaped Corrugated Cardboard, Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Outboards Will Be Protected While Protecting The Environment.
Marine Outboard Motor SG announced today that outboard motors will soon arrive from Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Motor Company in specialized packaging developed to significantly reduce overall waste and the use of petroleum-based plastics.
This will be achieved through two important changes: First, Outboard Motor is replacing traditional polystyrene foam packing material with Green Planet™, a biodegradable polymer developed by Kaneka Corporation that is easily decomposable in seawater and is made from 100-percent biomass-derived polymers.
Marine Industry News on Jul 14, 2023 8:02:14 AM
DESCRIPTION
The Mercury Racing 400R is a thoroughbred. The motor that created the high-performance outboard category is assembled with premium, system-matched components; tuned with mission-specific calibrations; tested in the lab; and proven in the field to deliver bullet-proof reliability and incredible efficiency. Drop the throttles to experience immediate hole-shot muscle, blistering acceleration and blazing top speed that keeps on climbing all the way to 7000 rpm. Unleash your Wide Open.
HIGHLIGHTS
2.6L Supercharged Fourstroke: The slim 2.6-liter six-cylinder in-line powerhead is amplified by a supercharger system that boosts performance across the RPM range. The high performance cylinder head features dual overhead camshafts for optimal combustion control and deep- breathing airflow all the way to 7000 RPM.
Longbolt Design: The long-bolt design clamps the cylinder head, cylinder block and lower crankcase together in a solid, stable unit to maximize durability.
Advanced Midsection: The Mercury Racing Advanced MidSection (AMS) isolates the powerhead from the transom to ensure running quality is smooth and quiet at all speeds.
26-inch Centers: The slim in-line powerhead contributes to a cowl profile that accommodates 26-inch center-to-center mounting on multi-engine transoms to facilitate installations on both new boats and repowers.
KEY FEATURES
RPM Range: Get dialed in. A 6400-7000 rpm wide-open throttle operating range and a 1.75:1 gear ratio combine to offer a wide window for propping options.
Supercharged: A supercharger system amplifies performance across the RPM range for immediate throttle response and extraordinary power.
Advanced Midsection (ams): The Mercury Racing Advanced MidSection (AMS) isolates the powerhead from the transom to ensure run quality is smooth and quiet at all speeds and enables optional Joystick Piloting for Outboards.
Confident Control: Standard electro-hydraulic power steering offers smooth, precise steering at all speeds. Mercury Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Zero Effort controls provide precise shifting action and instant response while eliminating cable rigging and maintenance.
Available Joystick Piloting for Outboards (JPO) for two to six outboards provides intuitive fingertip boat control for docking and maneuvering in tight quarters plus the convenience of Skyhook® sea-holding features and integrated auto piloting.
Stiffened engine mounts and stainless-steel guide plates on the lower transom bracket stabilize the engine for enhanced high-speed handling on smooth and rough water.
SPECIFICATIONS
Full Throttle: 6400-7000 RPM
Rated HP: 400 HP
Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2.6 L
Shaft Length: 20"
Trim System: Standard
Mid Section: AMS
Skeg: Straight or Camber
Warranty: 3-Year
Induction System: Supercharged with Cold Air Intake and charge air cooling and electronic boost pressure control
Fuel Requirement: Unleaded Regular 89 Octane Minimum (R+M/2) or 95 RON 10% Ethanol Maximum
Fuel System: Sequential Multi-Port Electronic Fuel Injectin (EFI)
Starting: Electric (Turn-key) with SmartStart
Oil Requirement: NMMA Certified FCW SAE 25W-50
Minimum Centerline Mounting Distance: 26"
Jpo Option: Yes
Gearcase: HD or SportMaster
Gear Ratio: 1.75:1
Tie Bar Bracket Option: Yes
Dry Weight: 668 lbs
Mounts: Hard Rubber
Engine Type: I-6 SC 4S
Corrosion Warranty: 3-Year
Engine Protection System: SmartCraft Engine Guardian
Exhaust System: Through Prop
Oil Capacity: 8 L
Gear Shift: F-N-R
ENGINE
|
Engine Type |
I-6 SC 4S |
|
Displacement |
2.6 L |
|
Starting |
Electric (Turn-key) with SmartStart |
DIMENSIONS
|
Shaft Length |
20 in. |
|
Weight |
668 lb. |
GENERAL
|
Trim Method |
Standard |
|
Propshaft Horsepower |
400 HP |
|
Full Throttle Operating Range |
6400-7000 RPM |
|
Gear Ratio / Shift |
1.75:1 |
|
Fuel Induction |
Sequential Multi-Port Electronic Fuel Injectin (EFI), Supercharged with Cold Air Intake and charge air cooling and electronic boost pressure control |
|
Warranty |
3-Year; Corrosion: 3-Year |