Mercury 175HP 175CXL DTS Counter Rotation Outboard – 25″ Shaft, Digital Throttle & Shift
The Mercury 175CXL DTS is a 175HP 3.4L V6 four-stroke counter-rotation outboard motor featuring a 25-inch shaft and digital throttle and shift systems.
- Engine type: Four-stroke V6 3.4L naturally aspirated.
- Fuel system: Advanced digital inductive fuel injection.
- Shaft length: 25 inch long shaft size.
- Gearcase: Counter rotation left-hand propulsion system.
- Control: Digital throttle and shift system.
Description
Mercury 175CXL 175HP Outboard Motor
To address the complexities of torque steer and handling imbalances in multi-engine configurations the Mercury 175HP 175CXL DTS utilizes a specialized counter-rotation gearcase integrated with its V6 powerhead architecture. This engineering approach leverages a 3.4L displacement to maintain consistent high-speed combustion while providing the balanced thrust necessary for high-performance hulls on 25-inch transoms. Featuring Digital Throttle and Shift the system drives optimized propellers to eliminate performance lag and ensure smooth synchronization during aggressive maneuvers. Hydrodynamic casing refinements on the lower unit minimize water resistance to ensure every kilowatt of energy translates into efficient forward movement.
Maintaining peak operational efficiency while meeting stringent environmental standards ensures the Mercury 175HP 175CXL DTS delivers the offshore propulsion system reliability required by commercial operators in demanding conditions. Protection against galvanic corrosion is achieved through specialized aluminum alloys and sacrificial anodes supported by a robust freshwater flushing mechanism within the cooling circuit. The integrated alternator delivers high amperage to sustain complex onboard electronics and maintain battery health during high-load maritime transit. This thermal management strategy prevents component fatigue and ensures the internal V6 block remains within safe temperature parameters even under continuous wide-open throttle propulsion.
Key Features of Mercury 175HP 175CXL
- 175HP 4-stroke delivers consistent low-end torque
- Electronic Fuel Injection cuts fuel consumption 15%
- 475 lbs chassis optimizes transom weight distribution
- 25 inch shaft clears deep-V transoms
- Electric start ensures instantaneous cold weather ignition
- Advanced alloy prevents internal saltwater corrosion
- 3 year warranty includes nationwide service network
Mercury 175HP 175CXL DTS Counter Specs
| Brand | Mercury Marine |
| Full Model Code | 175CXL DTS |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Engine Family/Series | FourStroke V6 (Counter Rotation) |
| Engine Type | V6 / 24-Valve DOHC / 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 3.4 Liters |
| Horsepower | 175 HP |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 - 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) / Advanced Range Optimization |
| Alternator Output | 85 Amps |
| Gear Ratio | 1.85:1 |
| Shaft Length | 25" (X-Long) |
| Dry Weight | 216 kg (475 lbs) |
| Bore x Stroke | 92 x 86 mm |
| Starting & Steering System | Electric w/ Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Oil Capacity | 6.6L |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 3-Year Limited Pleasure |
| Application | Port-side companion for twin offshore setups requiring high-displacement V6 torque. |
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