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There is growing interest in the Joystick Piloting for Outboards (JPO) technology that works in combination with Mercury Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) for full joystick docking. The electronic fobs work off of Mercury's Theft Deterrent System (TDS). The Race/Pleasure key fobs provide the operator visual cues via an interactive VesselView display. One key fob controls the horsepower output of multiple engines. The Theft Deterrent System (TDS) disables the vessel when an assigned electronic key is not engaged. The dual calibration enhances consumer value by offering essentially two engines in one, both backed by a factory warranty. The 9.0-liter quad cam four valve (QC4v) cylinder block and head design, combined with SmartCraft Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS), provides big power with luxury-car-like drivability. 4.5L 200hp sterndrive unit A clever application of computer technology allows the owner to change out the key fob on his Mercury Racing QC4v 1550 engine dialling it up to the full power output when racing fuel is available, or down to 1350 hp when the best available is premium pump fuel. The 4.5L 200hp sterndrive is the newest horsepower version of the new V6 block that was designed and is manufactured at Mercury Marine's world headquarters in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The 4.5L 200hp is based on the 4.5L 250hp sterndrive introduced by Mercury in May 2014. The MerCruiser 4.5L established new standards for acceleration and overall performance with design innovations such as a long runner scrolled intake manifold and high displacement, which produces an outstanding power-to-weight ratio. The 4.5L delivers maximum fuel efficiency and exceptionally quiet operation. Its newly designed rear-facing throttle body, anti-whistle throttle plate, engine cover and mounts, lightweight flywheel, fuel supply module, and structural oil pan all work together to deliver superior sound quality and smoothness from idle all the way through the power band for a better boating experience. A really neat feature that will be especially appreciated by the tow sports crowd is that the 4.5L V-6 also offers Adaptive Speed Control (ASC), which automatically maintains the set rpm point regardless of load or condition changes, such as tight turns, tow sports and lower speeds on plane. The result is increased throttle response and a "sportier" feel for the driver, who no longer has to make continual throttle-control adjustments. As John Pfeifer told us back in January, Mercury Marine is committed to product leadership and this stable of new engines is clear proof of that commitment! www.boatingindustry.ca 23 http://www.boatingindustry.ca

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Boating Industry Canada April 2015

Insight
Industry News
Ad Nauseam
Impact - John Pfeifer
Propulsion - Mercury's Latest & Greatest
Product Innovation - Xantrex
Made in Canada - Nova Kool
The Boat Shop - NMEA

Boating Industry Canada April 2015