Ultimate outboards for V21

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Originally Posted by bgreene

Hardly ever run WOT, but we're talking overall " best" outboard to also squeeze out fast top end speed too....
A 200 hp outboard that actually produces 275hp at the prop, weighs only 375lbs, sips fuel and is very durable would be the idea.....oh yeh, and reasonable to buy - new or used would be the ultimate goal !

Then you need a MERCURY 2.5L 280HP. not bad on fuel(for it's HP), makes an HONEST 280HP at the prop, weighs in at about 380 pounds, and will SCREAM to the heaven when you get on it.