{"product_id":"mercury-mercruiser-bravo-iii-sterndrive-2-20-1-5441500tp","title":"Mercury MerCruiser Bravo III Sterndrive 2.20:1 – 5441500TP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bravo III Sterndrive 2.20:1 – Part No. 5441500TP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bravo III is Mercury MerCruiser’s flagship dual contra-rotating sterndrive, designed for heavier gas and diesel-powered boats where tracking, acceleration, and slow-speed control are priorities. This is a complete replacement drive assembly at the 2.20:1 gear ratio, built to original equipment specifications for serial number 0W250000 and up. The contra-rotating propeller system eliminates propeller torque steer, delivers exceptional reverse thrust, and allows the use of smaller-diameter props for better performance in a wide range of hull applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5441500TP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercury Marine \/ MerCruiser\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete Sterndrive Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGear Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.20:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 678633036958\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0W250000 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterndrive \/ Propulsion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New OEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMerCruiser Bravo III applications requiring a 2.20:1 ratio drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGas engines rated up to 525 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiesel engines rated up to 370 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSerial number 0W250000 and up — verify against your transom assembly and original drive model before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommonly paired with small-block, big-block, and medium diesel marine engine packages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis drive does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e include the gimbal housing, trim cylinders, or propellers. Verify the original drive ratio, serial number range, and transom assembly compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Variants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeaCore version:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5L41500TP (stainless steel and titanium corrosion protection for saltwater)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBravo III X version:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5447500TZ (extended hub for specific applications)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.00:1 ratio alternative:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-quicksilver-bravo-iii-drive-2-00-1-5441600tp\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bravo III Drive 2.00:1 – 5441600TP\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included \/ Not Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ Complete sterndrive lower and upper drive assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e❌ Gimbal housing (not included — reuse existing or order separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e❌ Trim cylinders (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e❌ Propellers (not included — select based on engine, ratio, and hull)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e❌ Bellows kit (inspect and replace existing bellows during installation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 151 lb (68.5 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreight shipment required — contact us for shipping options before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfirm the 2.20:1 ratio matches the original drive before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect and replace transom bellows, gimbal bearing, shift cable, and anodes before mounting the replacement drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify alignment using Mercury’s alignment tool before final installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFill with the correct Quicksilver High Performance Gear Lube before operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect propellers appropriate for the engine, gear ratio, and hull — propeller selection significantly affects performance and engine RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow the Mercury MerCruiser service manual for torque specifications and installation sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eService Interval\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGear lube should be changed at the intervals specified in the Mercury service manual (typically annually or every 100 hours). Inspect bellows, anodes, and gimbal bearing at each annual service. Replace the drive assembly when gear damage, housing damage, water intrusion, or bearing failure makes repair impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest use case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete drive replacement when the existing Bravo III has suffered major gear or housing damage, severe corrosion, or water intrusion where repair cost exceeds practical rebuild value. Also the correct path when upgrading from a Bravo I or II to the Bravo III dual-prop system on a compatible transom assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordering the wrong gear ratio — the 2.20:1 and 2.00:1 drives are not interchangeable and will produce significantly different engine RPM and performance characteristics. Always verify the ratio stamped on the original drive before ordering. Also confirm the serial number range: Bravo III drives changed specifications at 0W250000, and earlier transom assemblies may require different components. Do not assume propellers from the old drive will work correctly on the replacement without re-evaluating prop selection for the ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-bravo-driveshaft-housing-seal-kit-16709a2\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bravo Driveshaft Housing Seal Kit 16709A2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-bravo-lower-shift-cable-assembly-865437a02\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bravo Lower Shift Cable Assembly 865437A02\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-bravo-iii-front-propeller-nut-859131\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bravo III Front Propeller Nut 859131\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-oem-aluminum-prop-nut-anode-kit-bravo-iii-865182q01\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Aluminum Prop Nut Anode Kit Bravo III 865182Q01\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mercruiser-bravo-upper-driveshaft-housing-seal-12708\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo Upper Driveshaft Housing Seal 12708\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quicksilver-anodic-plate-76214q5-mercury-mariner-mercruiser-drives-aluminum\"\u003eQuicksilver Anodic Plate 76214Q5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563862360100,"sku":"5441500TP","price":16302.12,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/bc788eb2-1c0e-4b1e-9aec-fa5c98bb22f9.png?v=1779818387","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/mercury-mercruiser-bravo-iii-sterndrive-2-20-1-5441500tp","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}