Mercury 9.9HP 9.9MLH Outboard

The Mercury 9.9HP 9.9MLH is part of Mercury's 9.9 HP portable outboard range, built for jon boats, utility tenders, small sailboats, and both aluminum and soft-sided inflatable hulls that need quick acceleration without a heavy motor on the transom.

What a 9.9 HP motor offers

At this size, Mercury markets the line on dependable starts, a smooth-running feel, and throttle response that comes on right away, aimed at getting a small boat moving quickly and predictably rather than at outright top speed. It is positioned as an easy motor to install and operate, which matters for owners switching boats between seasons or swapping it between two tenders.

Confirm the configuration before ordering

The MLH in this listing's name points to a specific start type and control layout within the 9.9 HP range, but the exact shaft length, whether start is manual or electric, and whether steering is tiller or remote should be confirmed against the spec table for this listing rather than assumed from the name alone. Check your boat's recommended horsepower range and transom thickness before mounting, and make sure the weight fits comfortably within what your transom bracket can hold.

Common questions

What boats does Mercury recommend this size for? Jon boats, utility boats, sailboats, and both aluminum and inflatable tenders, per the listing.

Is this a new motor? Yes, it is sold new.