9.9-60hp Command Thrust
Enhanced fuel injection for boosted efficiency
The rugged Mercury Marine Command Thrust “CT” gearcase swings a bigger prop deeper in the water for dramatic improvement in thrust and control for heavier boats.
Engine Information and Specifications
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![60 FourStroke Command Thrust]()
Engine Details
The Command Thrust gearcase sits deeper in the water, can hold a bigger prop, and has a lower gear ratio provide unmatched thrust, maneuverability and boat lift. Ideal for commercial Fishing and commercial workboats.Specifications - 60 FourStroke Command Thrust
HP / kW - 60 / 45
Engine type - Inline 4
Displacement (CID/CC) - 60.8 / 995
Full throttle RPM - 5500-6000
Fuel induction system - 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)
Alternator amp / Watt - 18 amp / 226 watt
Recommended fuel - Unleaded 91 RON Minimum
Recommended oil - Mercury FourStroke 25W40 Marine Oil
Engine protection operator warning system - SmartCraft Engine Guardian
Compatible with SmartCraft digital technology - Yes
Starting - Electric (turn-key)
Steering - Big Tiller Compatible
- Remote
- Tiller Kit
Shaft length - 20" / 508 mm
- 25" / 635 mm
Gearcase ratio - 2.33:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available - 118 kg
Emissions Star Rating - 3
Bore and stroke - 2.56 x 2.95" / 65 x 75 mm
Ignition - ECM 07 Digital Inductive
Fuel system - Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Cooling system - Water-cooled with thermostat
Gear shift - F-N-R
Gearcase options - Command Thrust
Trim system - Power Trim
Exhaust system - Through prop
Shallow water trim range (degrees) - 20
Remote fuel tank (optional) - Yes
Color - Phantom Black
Lubrication system - Wet sump
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![50 FourStroke Command Thrust]()
Engine Details
The Command Thrust gearcase sits deeper in the water, can hold a bigger prop, and has a lower gear ratio provide unmatched thrust, maneuverability and boat lift. Ideal for aluminum tillers, aluminum console, pontoons, and fish & ski.Specifications - 50 FourStroke Command Thrust
HP / kW - 50 / 37
Engine type - Inline 4
Displacement (CID/CC) - 60.8 / 995
Full throttle RPM - 5500-6000
Fuel induction system - 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)
Alternator amp / Watt - 18 amp / 226 watt
Recommended fuel - Unleaded 91 RON Minimum
Recommended oil - Mercury FourStroke 25W40 Marine Oil
Engine protection operator warning system - SmartCraft Engine Guardian
Compatible with SmartCraft digital technology - Yes
Starting - Electric (turn-key)
Steering - Big Tiller Compatible
- Remote
- Tiller Kit
Shaft length - 20" / 508 mm
Gearcase ratio - 2.33:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available - 118 kg
Emissions Star Rating - 3
Bore and stroke - 2.56 x 2.95" / 65 x 75 mm
Ignition - ECM 07 Digital Inductive
Fuel system - Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Cooling system - Water-cooled with thermostat
Gear shift - F-N-R
Gearcase options - Command Thrust
Trim system - Power Trim
Exhaust system - Through prop
Shallow water trim range (degrees) - 20
Remote fuel tank (optional) - Yes
Color - Phantom Black
Lubrication system - Wet sump
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![40 FourStroke Command Thrust]()
Engine Details
The Command Thrust gearcase sits deeper in the water, can hold a bigger prop, and has a lower gear ratio provide unmatched thrust, maneuverability and boat lift. Ideal for aluminum tillers, aluminum consoles, pontoons, inflatable soft hulls, jons, and fish & ski.Specifications - 40 FourStroke Command Thrust
HP / kW - 40 / 30
Engine type - Inline 4
Displacement (CID/CC) - 60.8 / 995
Full throttle RPM - 5500-6000
Fuel induction system - 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)
Alternator amp / Watt - 18 amp / 226 watt
Recommended fuel - Unleaded 91 RON Minimum
Recommended oil - Mercury FourStroke 25W40 Marine Oil
Engine protection operator warning system - SmartCraft Engine Guardian
Compatible with SmartCraft digital technology - Yes
Starting - Electric (turn-key)
Steering - Big Tiller Compatible
- Remote
- Tiller Kit
Shaft length - 20" / 508 mm
Gearcase ratio - 2.33:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available - 118 kg
Emissions Star Rating - 3
Bore and stroke - 2.56 x 2.95" / 65 x 75 mm
Ignition - ECM 07 Digital Inductive
Fuel system - Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Cooling system - Water-cooled with thermostat
Gear shift - F-N-R
Gearcase options - Command Thrust
Trim system - Power Trim
Exhaust system - Through prop
Shallow water trim range (degrees) - 20
Remote fuel tank (optional) - Yes
Color - Phantom Black
Lubrication system - Wet sump
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![9.9 FourStroke Command Thrust]()
Engine Details
The 9.9hp FourStroke Command Thrust “CT” delivers big-time power. With a longer design and larger components, the 9.9hp CT is engineered to deliver the type of power, thrust and control that wider, heavier boats demand.Specifications - 9.9 FourStroke Command Thrust
HP / kW - 9.9 / 7.3
Engine type - Inline 2
Displacement (CID/CC) - 12.8 / 208
Full throttle RPM - 5000-6000
Fuel induction system - 2 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam (SOHC)
Alternator amp / Watt - 6 amp / 76 watt
Recommended fuel - 87 octane / up to 10% ethanol
Recommended oil - Mercury FourStroke Oil 10W-30
Engine protection operator warning system - Low oil pressure
- Over-rev
Starting - Electric
- Manual
Steering - Remote
- Tiller
Shaft length - 20" / 508 mm
- 25" / 635 mm
Gearcase ratio - 2.42:1
Dry weight *Lightest model available - 96 lbs / 44 kg
CARB star rating - 3
Emissions Star Rating - 3
Bore and stroke - 2.16 x 1.73" / 55 x 44 mm
Ignition - CDI w/electronic spark advance
Fuel system - Carbureted
Cooling system - Water-cooled with thermostat
Gear shift - F-N-R
Gearcase options - Command Thrust
Trim system - Power Tilt
Trim positions - Ratcheting
Exhaust system - Through prop
Shallow water drive - Yes
Shallow water trim range (degrees) - 16
Integrated fuel tank (gal / L) - 3.2 / 12
Remote fuel tank standard (gal / L) - 3.2 / 12
Color - Phantom Black
Take your outboard to a new level
Make your engine work for you. Heavier boats have unique needs and we built our Command Thrust motors to address them. Built with taller, heavy-duty gearcases and larger gear shafts, Command Thrust motors are able to swing bigger props deeper in the water for even better thrust and control for heavier boats. Now available for 9.9–60hp FourStrokes.
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