{"product_id":"mercury-v12-31-lhf-4b-48-8m0166989","title":"Mercury – Verado12 Front Propeller | 31\" Pitch | Left-Hand | 4-Blade | Stainless Steel | Polished | 8M0166989","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Verado12 Front Propeller | 31\" Pitch | Left-Hand | 4-Blade | Stainless Steel | Polished | 8M0166989\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\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\"\u003e If your days run long and your routes run far, this is the kind of hardware that keeps the boat composed and the helm relaxed. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury Verado12 Front 4-Blade Stainless Steel Propeller (part number 8M0166989)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e delivers tall pitch authority with a surprisingly gentle touch. It grabs, lifts, and then settles into a smooth push that feels efficient rather than forced. Big water manners, small effort at the wheel.\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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDiameter \u0026amp; Pitch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 31-inch pitch for range, cruise efficiency, and poised top-end\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRotation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Left-Hand, front position in the dual-prop Verado12 system\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBlade Count:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Four blades for lift, bite, and confident tracking\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Premium stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Polished for durability and clean release\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHub System:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Flo-Torq X or Flo-Torq X HD compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Performance Vent System for tailoring hole shot; match pitch front to rear\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury Outboards:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V12 600 horsepower Verado, 500 horsepower SeaPro\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSterndrive Applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Not applicable — purpose-built for V12 outboards\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBoat Types:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Long-range cruisers, offshore center consoles, high-end performance craft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e This tall-pitch Mercury propeller turns horsepower into \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003equiet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e pace. Hole shot is confident and composed; midrange settles into a steady, low-vibration rhythm; top-end carries speed without feeling skittish. The hull holds its line through chop, and trim changes feel precise rather than fussy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e With stainless durability and PVS tuning, you can seasonally dial-in acceleration without giving up the efficient cruise you bought this prop for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ethis prop is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e a strong choice vs. alternatives?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury OEM quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Engineered alongside the V12 platform for seamless balance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eReliable and easy to maintain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Stainless build and simple upkeep\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCost-effective vs. stainless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Efficiency and longevity that repay over time\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVersatile fit across multiple setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — A smart move for premium cruising and offshore performance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ1: Which Mercury engines does 8M0166989 fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e designed exclusively for the Mercury V12 600 horsepower Verado and 500 horsepower SeaPro.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ2: What makes it different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It is the front prop in a matched contra-rotating set with PVS tuning for tailored launch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ3: Is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e31\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003epitch right for my boat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Choose 31\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ewhen you want higher cruise speed and efficiency on larger, faster hulls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ4: Saltwater and freshwater use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes, the stainless construction and polished finish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eare built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for both.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ5: Which hub system?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Flo-Torq X or Flo-Torq X HD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46939611824419,"sku":"48-8M0166989","price":1745.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/Verado-12_Propeller_Main_788d8927-ad11-4966-99cb-d5104ba253da.jpg?v=1760631434","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-v12-31-lhf-4b-48-8m0166989","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}