big foot differance

[mudbug141poppy]

i have a 1998 mercury 50hp 4 stroke,i was asked if it was a big foot? how do u tell and what is the differance,what is advantage if there is one,thanks

 

[Sea Rider]

Re: big foot differance

If not mistaken, big foot comes with slight bigger water intakes and wider cav plate, standard is for recreational uses, big foot for heavy duty work.

Happy Boating

 

[79Merc80]

Re: big foot differance

I was under the impression that a "Big Foot" used the next larger size gear case. The reason is to get the prop a little deeper for pontoons and swing a little bigger diameter prop. But, I could be wrong.

Craig

 

[fishmasterinvt]

Re: big foot differance

I have an '02 Merc. 60 Big Foot and the specs. indicate that the gearcase is larger along with the prop, and though I've never tried it alongside a classic 60, I can say that this engine has a lot of torque and thrust. It replaced a Johnson 60 and the difference is obvious. It should state a big foot designation on the cowl and the model # should do the same. Great engine.