{"product_id":"mercury-black-max-plastic-propeller-3-blade-2-5-3-5-hp-7-4-dia-6-pitch-48-815083a01","title":"Mercury – Black Max Plastic Propeller | 7.375\" Diameter x 6\" Pitch | Right-Hand Rotation | 3 Blades | Plastic | 815083A01","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Black Max Plastic Propeller | 7.375\" Diameter x 6\" Pitch | Right-Hand Rotation | 3 Blades | Plastic | 815083A01\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThere is something satisfying about simple, dependable gear that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ejust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e does what it’s supposed to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The Mercury Black Max 3-Blade Plastic Propeller is that kind of part — light, efficient, and built for smaller Mercury outboards that thrive on easy handling and reliability. It’s the kind of prop you mount once and forget about because it keeps working trip after trip. Running a small fishing boat, a tender, or maybe an inflatable? This prop gives you smooth, even power and steady handling that just feels right from the start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDiameter and Pitch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 7.375\" Diameter x 6\" Pitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRotation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Right-Hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBlade Count:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 3 Blades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Durable Plastic for lightweight performance and impact resistanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Smooth black surface designed for long-lasting use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHub System:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Uses shear pin 17-815111 and cotter pin 18-95295 for safe, reliable operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Lightweight build ideal for small outboards, offering easy replacement and steady thrust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• Fits Mercury and Mariner 2.5–3.5hp TwoStroke and FourStroke outbo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • Perfect for portable and small craft setups, including dinghies, tenders, and lightweight fishing boats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • Great for calm-water cruising, shoreline runs, or serving as an auxiliary motor on larger vessels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e This prop might be small, but it knows how to deliver smooth, steady \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003epower. Once you ease the throttle forward, it grabs the water cleanly and moves your boat with quiet, predictable thrust. Steering feels natural — no jerky response or chatter, just an even pull that makes small-boat handling comfortable and easy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Acceleration comes on clean and controlled, giving you a quick lift without overworking your motor. It’s a prop that feels balanced, keeping your boat stable even when shifting direction or slowing down in tight spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Durability is part of its design. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e plastic construction absorbs light impacts from debris or shallow ground without cracking or warping, making it a forgiving choice for smaller boats and new boaters alike. It’s also lightweight, which helps your motor run efficiently without unnecessary strain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Maintenance is about as simple as it gets — a quick check of your shear pin and rinse after use, and you’re good to go. There’s no polish or upkeep required, just reliable performance that stands up to repeated use in both saltwater and freshwater environme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy is this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eprop \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e a strong choice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003evs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e alternatives?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury OEM Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Designed by Mercury for a precise fit and dependable performance on small outboards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eReliable and Easy to Maintain:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Lightweight, durable plastic construction means fewer worries and easy upkeep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCost-Effective Choice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Offers excellent value, delivering smooth performance without the higher cost of metal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eprops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eForgiving and Durable:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Handles small bumps, sandy bottoms, and light debris without damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e • \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePerfect for Portable Power:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Ideal for small motors, backup engines, and boaters who value simplicity and reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ1: Which Mercury engines does the Black Max 3-Blade Plastic Propeller fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It fits Mercury and Mariner 2.5–3.5hp TwoStroke and FourStroke outboards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ2: What makes this propeller different from other Mercury options?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e This model’s lightweight plastic design makes it durable yet forgiving, ideal for smaller portable outboards and everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ3: How do I know if this pitch or size is right for my boat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e If you’re running a 2.5–3.5 horsepower Mercury outboard and want smooth handling and easy maintenance, the 7.375\" x 6\" pitch is a great fit. You can confirm compatibility by checking your owner’s manual or consulting your local Mercury dealer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ4: Can this prop be used in both saltwater and freshwater?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes, its durable plastic build resists corrosion and wear, performing well in both saltwater and freshwater conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ5: What hub system does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It uses a shear pin (part number 17-815111) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ecotter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e pin (part number 18-95295) for secure, reliable performance and easy replacement when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46940077097251,"sku":"48-815083A01","price":64.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/815083a01_main.jpg?v=1760631215","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-black-max-plastic-propeller-3-blade-2-5-3-5-hp-7-4-dia-6-pitch-48-815083a01","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}