Mercury Tempest Plus Propeller

The Mercury Tempest Plus propeller has been the staple of the Mercury propeller lineup for a long time, and is here to stay for a good reason. The Tempest Plus can be used on a wide variety of applications including; aluminum fishing boats, bass boats, multi-species boats, offshore fishing boats and more. The versatility of the Tempest Plus propeller is unmatched.

So, what makes the Tempest Plus propeller so versatile? It all starts with the relatively large diameter measuring 14.6" in diameter. That large diameter is paired with a high rake design with the blades swept back towards the rear, and added cup for good holding. These aggressive angles of the Mercury Tempest Plus propeller are designed to get the hull up and out of the water. The added lift is crucial for fishing boats applications that can be loaded with batteries, fishing gear, and full live wells.

The Tempest Plus propeller will provide exceptional top end speed and compares favorable to similar propellers in the Mercury lineup. A similar 3-blade propeller in the Mercury lineup is the Fury propeller. In testing, the Tempest Plus propeller ran 2 mph faster than the equivalent Fury propeller. Though, the Fury propeller did offer a better holes-shot than the Tempest Plus.

The aggressive rake of the Tempest Plus propeller is only possible because of the Mercury X7 Alloy that it is made with. The Mercury X7 Alloy is Mercury's proprietary stainless steel  which is 30% stronger and 4x more durable than conventional stainless steel.

The Tempest Plus propeller also features Mercury's Performance Vent System (PVS). This allows for exhaust to aerate the water around the blades. Which it turn, makes it easier to for the larger diameter of the Tempest Plus propeller to turn up quickly. Once the propeller has spun up, gripped the water, and began to accelerate the PVS holes essentially "close off" and the exhaust begins to flow strictly through the hub of the propeller.

In conclusion, the Mercury Tempest Plus propeller is an all-around performer! Ideally suited for many bass, walleye, and multi-species fishing boats. The Tempest Plus provides exceptional lift and speed thanks to the unique design of its' large blades. Optimizing engine performance starts with pairing the perfect prop. Prop selection can impact virtually all aspects of your boats performance, and the Mercury Tempest Plus is the solution for the challenge.