{"product_id":"mercury-v12-27-5-rhr-3b-48-8m0166986","title":"Mercury – Verado12 Aft\/Rear 3-Blade Stainless Steel Propeller | 27.5\" Pitch | Right-Hand Rotation | 3-Blade | Stainless Steel | Polished Finish | 8M0166986","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eMercury – Verado12 Aft\/Rear 3-Blade Stainless Steel Propeller | 27.5\" Pitch | Right-Hand Rotation | 3-Blade | Stainless Steel | Polished Finish | 8M0166986\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"196\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eThere’s a moment on the water when everything feels in sync — the throttle, the engine, the lift. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eMercury Verado12 Aft\/Rear 3-Blade Stainless Steel Propeller\u003c\/strong\u003e captures that feeling every time. It’s built for the kind of boats that command attention: big, luxurious vessels powered by Mercury’s V12 outboards. This prop doesn’t just move water — it grips it with purpose, translating every bit of torque into steady, confident motion. You’ll feel the strength, the smoothness, and the unmistakable control that Mercury props are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eDiameter and Pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27.5-inch pitch for balanced speed and efficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"917\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"917\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"869\"\u003eRotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Right-Hand rotation (rear prop in dual setup)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eBlade Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-blade design for optimal thrust and performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium polished stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror-smooth surface resists corrosion and wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eHub System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eMercury Flo-Torq X\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eFlo-Torq X HD\u003c\/strong\u003e (for Joystick Piloting)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003ePerformance Vent System (PVS)\u003c\/strong\u003e for customizable acceleration and hole shot tuning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eDesigned exclusively for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eMercury V12 600hp Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e500hp SeaPro\u003c\/strong\u003e outboards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eIntended for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003edual, contra-rotating propeller systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eLarge luxury boats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eOffshore cruisers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eHigh-performance yachts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eMust be paired with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003ematching front propeller\u003c\/strong\u003e of the same pitch for proper balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eFrom the moment you throttle up, the Verado12 27.5\" prop feels deliberate and strong. It delivers that instant bite you expect from a high-performance stainless prop while keeping the acceleration smooth and linear. On plane, it holds grip with confidence — even in heavy chop or following seas. Once you reach midrange, you’ll notice the prop’s real magic: steady handling, crisp turns, and a fuel-efficient cruising rhythm that makes long days on the water feel effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003eDurability is built in. The stainless-steel construction won’t flex under high torque, and it shrugs off corrosion whether you’re in saltwater or freshwater. Maintenance is simple, and thanks to Mercury’s PVS system, you can tweak the venting to perfectly match your hull and load. It’s a prop that rewards precision but forgives the occasional hard push — a combination that seasoned captains appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003eWhy is this prop a strong choice vs. alternatives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"3273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003eEngineered by Mercury:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed hand-in-hand with the V12 power platform for unmatched performance and fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eSmooth, confident control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent grip and lift keep large boats steady and predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003eDurable stainless build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outlasts aluminum alternatives while maintaining its polish and structural strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eAdjustable performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Vent System gives you control over acceleration characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3273\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3189\"\u003eBuilt for real-world boating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for high-end vessels where power, handling, and quiet performance matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3560\"\u003eThis isn’t a one-size-fits-all propeller — it’s a purpose-built piece of engineering for boaters who expect the best. When you’re miles offshore or easing into a marina after a long day, this Mercury propeller delivers the steady, refined response that turns horsepower into harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3571\" data-end=\"3586\"\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003eQ1: Which Mercury engines does the Verado12 Aft\/Rear 3-Blade Propeller fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3672\"\u003eIt’s designed exclusively for the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3706\" data-end=\"3734\"\u003eMercury V12 600hp Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3755\"\u003e500hp SeaPro\u003c\/strong\u003e outboards in dual, contra-rotating configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"4055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3810\" data-end=\"3881\"\u003eQ2: What makes this propeller different from other Mercury options?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"3884\"\u003eThis prop is part of Mercury’s V12-specific prop system, engineered for large, luxury vessels that demand smooth handling, quiet operation, and powerful midrange thrust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4122\"\u003eQ3: How do I know if this pitch or size is right for my boat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4122\" data-end=\"4125\"\u003eThe 27.5-inch pitch is ideal for heavier boats seeking maximum cruising speed and efficiency. 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