Mercury did not publish model year information for 1997 & newer outboards. The year is now normally noted on the serial number sticker. NOTE: Mercury DOES NOT Use Model Years For Parts Lookup. Need an Owner's Manual for your Mercury Engine to perform maintenance, replace parts or just learn more about your engine? Mercury has made it easy for you to receive a free printed copy or to download and print your own copy. To order a printed version of the Service Manual for your particular Mercury Outboard or MerCruiser Engine, click here. This model was painted all 'Cloud White.' The serial number was on a plate riveted to the port side of the swivel bracket. Serial numbers 1408611 thru 1441976 are 1961 models. This model was offered in both Short and Long Shaft versions. This model was painted all 'Cloud White.' The serial number was on a plate riveted to the port side of the swivel bracket. Serial numbers 1408611 thru 1441976 are 1961 models. This model was offered in both Short and Long Shaft versions.
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