Mercury-Mercruiser 8M0185589 Quicksilver 409 MPI Bravo FWC Engine Only
This is a genuine Mercury Marine Quicksilver factory OEM engine, not aftermarket
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8M0185589 Quicksilver 400 HP 409 MPI FWC Bravo Engine Only
400 HP @ 5,800 RPM. 409 cubic inch fully dressed marine engine. Replaces 454 HO, 502 HO, 496 Mag & 406 HO sterndrive engines including SeaCore and Horizon Bravo models.
Replacement for 21- to 31-foot single-engine boats and 28- to 38-foot twin-engine boats built before 2010 (prior to 2008 in California) and powered by 6.2L, 7.4L, 8.1L or 8.2L sterndrive and inboard engines. Because this is a completely new engine and not a major repair assembly, the old engine being replaced is to be returned per EPA rule 1068.240. BAM Marine will take care of getting your core back to the factory.
3 Year limited factory warranty!
- Multi Port Fuel Injected (MPI) for surefire performance in all conditions
- Compatible with Mercury® SmartCraft® digital gauges, displays and controls
- Designed to work with analog (cable) controls
- Protected by Engine Guardian audio warning system to protect against engine damage
- Black-X Composite Valves reduce valve wear and help extend engine life especially in presence of modern ethanol blended fuels
- 100% New Quicksilver Cast Iron Block designed expresssly for marine duty with thicker castings for quieter operation and better durability in saltwater
- CARB & EPA compliant (requires old engine return for repower - RETURN SHIPPING IS INCLUDED)
- Get on plane faster than 496 H.O.
- 150 Lbs lighter than big block
- Physically smaller repower for 454/502/496
- Thru-transom exhaust
- Closed cooling
- Uses 87 octane
Power | 400 hp (298 kW) |
WOT RPM | 5000-5800 |
Displacement | 409 cu in (6.7L) |
Engine Type | Quicksilver V8 iron block and aluminum cylinder heads with Black-X composite valves |
Bore & Stroke | 4.035 x 4.00 in (102 x 102mm) |
Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 (with ceramic-coated forged pistons) |
Rocker Arm Ratio | 1.6:1 (shaft-mounted) |
Fuel Compatibility | 87 octane minimum / up to 10% ethanol |
Engine Control System | ECM 555 with SmartCraft CAN Capability |
Fuel-Delivery System | Gen 2 Cool Fuel (4 bar) |
Fuel-Injection System | Multi-point fuel injection |
Induction System | Single-plane intake with 4-blade throttle body |
Ignition System | HVS with fixed-gap spark plugs |
Charging System | 65 amp (917 watt) |
Water Drain System | Single-point air-actuated |
Exhaust System | Dry joint |
Cooling System | Closed cooling, long-life 5-year antifreeze, brass seawater pump |
Accessory Drive System | Serpentine belt |
Lubrication System | High-flow 100 psi oil pump, 140F oil thermostat, and copper oil cooler |
Recommended Engine Oil | SAE 25W-50 NMMA Certified FC-W® full synthetic |
Audio Warning System | Oil pressure, coolant temperature, drive lube, seawater pressure, low voltage, over-rev control (6150 RPM) |
Bravo One® X Gear Ratio | 1.65:1 |
Bravo Two X® Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 (O), 2.20:1 (P) |
Bravo Three X® Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 (O), 2.20:1 (P), 2.43:1 (H) |
Dimensions (LxWxH) | 34.5 x 29.6 x 35.8 in (876 x 752 x 909mm) |
Engine Weight | 985 lbs (447kg) |
Freshwater Cooling | Standard |
Boat Harness Type | 10-pin |
8M0185589 Quicksilver 400 HP 409 MPI FWC Bravo Engine Only
400 HP @ 5,800 RPM. 409 cubic inch fully dressed marine engine. Replaces 454 HO, 502 HO, 496 Mag & 406 HO sterndrive engines including SeaCore and Horizon Bravo models.
Replacement for 21- to 31-foot single-engine boats and 28- to 38-foot twin-engine boats built before 2010 (prior to 2008 in California) and powered by 6.2L, 7.4L, 8.1L or 8.2L sterndrive and inboard engines. Because this is a completely new engine and not a major repair assembly, the old engine being replaced is to be returned per EPA rule 1068.240. BAM Marine will take care of getting your core back to the factory.
3 Year limited factory warranty!
- Multi Port Fuel Injected (MPI) for surefire performance in all conditions
- Compatible with Mercury® SmartCraft® digital gauges, displays and controls
- Designed to work with analog (cable) controls
- Protected by Engine Guardian audio warning system to protect against engine damage
- Black-X Composite Valves reduce valve wear and help extend engine life especially in presence of modern ethanol blended fuels
- 100% New Quicksilver Cast Iron Block designed expresssly for marine duty with thicker castings for quieter operation and better durability in saltwater
- CARB & EPA compliant (requires old engine return for repower - RETURN SHIPPING IS INCLUDED)
- Get on plane faster than 496 H.O.
- 150 Lbs lighter than big block
- Physically smaller repower for 454/502/496
- Thru-transom exhaust
- Closed cooling
- Uses 87 octane
Power | 400 hp (298 kW) |
WOT RPM | 5000-5800 |
Displacement | 409 cu in (6.7L) |
Engine Type | Quicksilver V8 iron block and aluminum cylinder heads with Black-X composite valves |
Bore & Stroke | 4.035 x 4.00 in (102 x 102mm) |
Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 (with ceramic-coated forged pistons) |
Rocker Arm Ratio | 1.6:1 (shaft-mounted) |
Fuel Compatibility | 87 octane minimum / up to 10% ethanol |
Engine Control System | ECM 555 with SmartCraft CAN Capability |
Fuel-Delivery System | Gen 2 Cool Fuel (4 bar) |
Fuel-Injection System | Multi-point fuel injection |
Induction System | Single-plane intake with 4-blade throttle body |
Ignition System | HVS with fixed-gap spark plugs |
Charging System | 65 amp (917 watt) |
Water Drain System | Single-point air-actuated |
Exhaust System | Dry joint |
Cooling System | Closed cooling, long-life 5-year antifreeze, brass seawater pump |
Accessory Drive System | Serpentine belt |
Lubrication System | High-flow 100 psi oil pump, 140F oil thermostat, and copper oil cooler |
Recommended Engine Oil | SAE 25W-50 NMMA Certified FC-W® full synthetic |
Audio Warning System | Oil pressure, coolant temperature, drive lube, seawater pressure, low voltage, over-rev control (6150 RPM) |
Bravo One® X Gear Ratio | 1.65:1 |
Bravo Two X® Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 (O), 2.20:1 (P) |
Bravo Three X® Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 (O), 2.20:1 (P), 2.43:1 (H) |
Dimensions (LxWxH) | 34.5 x 29.6 x 35.8 in (876 x 752 x 909mm) |
Engine Weight | 985 lbs (447kg) |
Freshwater Cooling | Standard |
Boat Harness Type | 10-pin |