{"product_id":"mercury-starter-50-8m6007272","title":"Mercury – Engine Starter 12 Volt | 42MT Series | Heavy Duty Marine Construction | 8M6007272","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003eMercury – Engine Starter 12 Volt | 42MT Series | Heavy Duty Marine Construction | 8M6007272\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"606\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eIf you run big equipment or a hard-working boat, you already know the starter is one of those parts you only think about when it fails. The days you remember are the rough ones—cold mornings at the dock, a barge wake rolling through the harbor, or a tight schedule on a work site when the engine \u003cem data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"418\"\u003ehas\u003c\/em\u003e to light off. A Mercury Marine part like this starter earns your trust by never turning those moments into stories. You hit the key, it grabs, and the engine comes to life like it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"907\"\u003ePart number 8M6007272 is built for that kind of everyday pressure. It is the quiet, dependable muscle behind each start, whether it is bolted to a marine diesel in a workboat or a powerplant on an industrial machine. You will feel the difference in how confidently your engine spins when it matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eTwelve volt direct drive engine starter for marine, agricultural, industrial, and powersports use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eDesigned to match Delco 42MT series performance and mounting characteristics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eClockwise rotation with twelve tooth drive gear for solid, repeatable flywheel engagement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eHigh temperature epoxy armature that locks wiring in place and shields it from corrosion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eInternal construction with copper bushings or heavy duty needle bearings for long, dependable service life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003ePermanent magnet design that delivers strong torque and consistent cranking output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eBuilt to meet Marine SAEJ1171 ignition protection standards for use in engine compartments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eSuitable for many marine diesel and gasoline inboard engines specified for this 42MT style starter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eCommonly found on commercial fishing vessels, workboats, crew boats, and larger cruisers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eAlso used on agricultural tractors, construction equipment, and industrial power units that call for this part number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eA smart choice for mixed fleets where the same Mercury Marine part keeps both equipment and boats turning over reliably\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eIn real use, this starter feels solid from the first time you turn the key. You hear a clean, confident click, then a strong, steady spin that brings the engine over without dragging or stumbling. The direct drive layout and permanent magnet design give you tight, predictable engagement with the flywheel, even after long days of heat and vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2983\"\u003eOut on the water or on the job site, that consistency matters. The high temperature epoxy armature and rugged internal bearings do not flinch at the heat soaking into the engine bay or the moisture that hangs in a marine environment. Maintenance stays simple, and you will notice how quickly the starter catches and cranks, even after the machine has sat for a while. Install it correctly once, and it becomes one of those components you stop worrying about, because it simply does its job start after start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003eWhen your boat or equipment is tied to your livelihood—or to safely getting your family home—guesswork on starting components is a bad gamble. A genuine Mercury Marine part built to original equipment manufacturer standards means the rotation, gear mesh, and electrical load are exactly what your engine was designed around. You are not hoping it fits; you know it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3814\"\u003eOver time, that precision saves money and frustration. You reduce flywheel wear, avoid mysterious starting issues, and cut down on emergency service calls. If a fellow captain or operator asked which starter to run for an application that calls for a 42MT style unit, I would steer them straight to part number 8M6007272. It is designed to fit right the first time and hold up in the kind of conditions that chew through lesser parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3816\" data-end=\"3819\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3821\" data-end=\"3828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3821\" data-end=\"3828\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"4115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3909\"\u003eQ1: Which Mercury engines or systems does the Engine Starter 8M6007272 fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3909\" data-end=\"3912\"\u003eThis Mercury Marine part is used on a wide range of marine, agricultural, and industrial engines that specify a twelve volt 42MT style starter and call out part number 8M6007272 or its direct equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4117\" data-end=\"4390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4117\" data-end=\"4186\"\u003eQ2: What makes this part different from aftermarket alternatives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4189\"\u003eIt is built to original equipment manufacturer specifications for output, rotation, and engagement, with rugged internal materials and marine focused design that many generic units simply do not match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4392\" data-end=\"4658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4392\" data-end=\"4462\"\u003eQ3: How do I know if this is the correct replacement for my setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4462\" data-end=\"4465\"\u003eCheck the label on your existing starter and your owner’s or service manual. If they reference the 42MT series and list part number 8M6007272 or a direct cross, this is the correct replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4660\" data-end=\"4907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4660\" data-end=\"4731\"\u003eQ4: Can this be used in both saltwater and freshwater applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4731\" data-end=\"4734\"\u003eYes. It is designed for marine environments and performs well in both saltwater and freshwater as long as normal engine care and corrosion protection practices are followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4909\" data-end=\"5219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4909\" data-end=\"4983\"\u003eQ5: Is installation straightforward for most boat owners or operators?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4983\" data-end=\"4986\"\u003eIf you are comfortable working with batteries and heavy cables, installation is usually direct. Disconnect power, follow the service instructions, and make sure every connection is clean, tight, and secure before cranking the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46939487535395,"sku":"50-8M6007272","price":708.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/8m6007272_main.jpg?v=1760631497","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-starter-50-8m6007272","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}