MerCruiser 4.3 TKS – 262 cid

190 HP V-6 carbureted sterndrive with turn-key start.

190 HP / 142 kW V-6 4.3L / 262 cid 4400–4800 RPM WOT

Fuel Consumption (GPH)

Idle100015002000250030003500400045004800 WOT
0.61.12.53.95.06.17.510.514.516.016.0

Specifications

Power190 HP / 142 kW
Full Throttle Range4400 – 4800 RPM
Engine TypeV-6
Displacement4.3L / 262 cid
Bore and Stroke4.00″ x 3.48″ / 101 mm x 88 mm
Compression Ratio9.4:1
Fuel Requirement87 Octane (R+M)/2
Fuel System2V Carb with Turn Key Start & Electric Fuel Pump
Induction SystemDual Plane Iron Intake Manifold
IgnitionThunderbolt V
Charging System65 Amp / 917 Watt Alternator
Water DrainMulti Point Drain – Hand Removable Blue Drain Plugs
ExhaustEDP Coated Iron Manifold with EDP Coated Dry-joint Elbow
CoolingThermostatically Controlled, Raw Water
Accessory DriveSerpentine Belt
Recommended OilMerCruiser Full Synthetic Engine Oil – SAE 20W-40
Dimensions (L x W x H)28 x 30 x 21″ / 696 x 740 x 533 mm
Optional Freshwater CoolingAvailable

Weight by Drive Configuration

Weight w/ Alpha848 lbs / 385 kg
Weight w/ Bravo OneN/A
Weight w/ Bravo Two893 lbs / 405 kg
Weight w/ Bravo Three902 lbs / 410 kg

Compatible Drive Ratios

Alpha Ratios1.62, 1.81, 2.0(H)
Bravo One RatiosN/A
Bravo Two Ratios2.00, 2.20
Bravo Three Ratios2.20, 2.43

Engine Guardian System

Low Oil Pressure
High Coolant Temp
Low Drive Lube
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