Mercury F400 Verado V10 – 400 HP 4-Stroke Outboard Engine (Luxury Power & Performance)

The Mercury F400 Verado heralds a new era in outboard engines as Mercury’s first-ever V10 – a true powerhouse with 5.7 liters of displacement and 400 horsepower. This 10-cylinder behemoth is engineered to deliver an unparalleled blend of performance, luxury, and reliability for top-tier boats. “There’s no replacement for displacement” – with that mantra, Mercury highlights the V10 Verado’s advantage: enormous torque at every RPM, translating to lightning-fast acceleration and effortless maintenance of high cruise speeds, even on heavily loaded vessels. Mercury’s engineers managed to pack this power into a surprisingly compact and lightweight unit – around 695 lbs (315 kg) dry – which means the V10 fits standard 26-inch center spacing (same as the V8s). A hallmark of the premium Verado experience is the patented Advanced MidSection (AMS): a specialized cradle and mounting system that “decouples” the powerhead from the transom via shock-absorbing isolators. The result is velvet-smooth operation – minimal vibration and noise, making the 400 Verado so quiet that you can carry a normal conversation on board even at speed. Additionally, an Advanced Sound Control feature lets you choose between a stealthy idle or a sportier growl from the exhaust, depending on your preference. The Mercury 400 Verado V10 comes standard with integrated electro-hydraulic power steering, which, combined with Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS), delivers light, precise helm control – you can literally turn the wheel with two fingers at high speeds. The engine supports Mercury’s full SmartCraft suite: from Active Trim and Troll Control (for fine-tuned low-speed RPM control while fishing) to integration with VesselView displays and optional Joystick Piloting for multi-engine setups, making maneuvering a big boat remarkably intuitive. With its 150-amp alternator, the Verado V10 effortlessly powers the energy-hungry systems of modern boats – fridges, audio, navigation, etc. – even at idle, thanks to Idle Charge technology. The F400 is offered in multiple shaft lengths (20″/25″/30″/35″) and color options (Mercury Phantom Black or premium Cold Fusion/Warm Fusion white finishes) to perfectly complement your vessel. For those who refuse to compromise between luxury and performance, the Mercury F400 Verado V10 delivers both in abundance – unlocking new possibilities for faster, quieter, and smoother boating.

• Recommended Use: Designed for luxury yachts, high-speed offshore boats, and large center-consoles in the ~8 – 11+ m range, where the premium power of 400HP (often in twin or triple configuration) provides both speed and confidence for long runs.
• Example Applications: Large offshore sportfishing boats and performance cruisers that demand top-end speed and acceleration; patrol and rescue craft that rely on 400 Verados for rapid response; high-end pontoons and cruising dayboats where the V10’s quiet operation and smoothness enhance the premium onboard experience.