Don’t miss another weekend. This genuine Mercury Marine LIFTER, HYDRAULIC VALVE ships fast and installs easily – get back on the water where you belong.

Engineered to Mercury’s rigorous OEM standards, this component ensures reliable operation across all engine RPM ranges. Part number 72638 is manufactured to exact Mercury Marine factory specifications for precision installation and optimal performance. Constructed from premium marine-grade materials designed to withstand harsh saltwater and freshwater environments.

Smart boat owners know: buying cheap parts twice costs more than buying genuine Mercury once. Part 72638 delivers long-term value through superior materials and precision manufacturing.

 

Compatible Mercury Marine Engines

FITS: 2-260HP MERCRUISER

• Fits MERCRUISER 2-260HP engines
• Compatible with 12 different HP configurations
• Covers 24 serial number ranges
• Configurations: Outboard
• OEM genuine Mercury Marine part

 

COMPLETE SERIAL NUMBER COMPATIBILITY:

2HP Models

• 2HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 0B531854-0C856558

120HP Models

• 120HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 6229718-0B531853

140HP Models

• 140HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 6229718-0B450800

185HP Models

• 185HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 0A331455-0B527954, 6330183-6919655

198HP Models

• 198HP MIE (Mercruiser): 4762210-6218461

200HP Models

• 200HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 0B525982-0B774444, 6218462-0B525981

205HP Models

• 205HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 0A331455-0B527954

228HP Models

• 228HP MIE (Mercruiser): 4765100-5170008, 5170009-5907057
• 228HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 4765100-5170008, 5170009-6218461, 6218462-0B525981

230HP Models

• 230HP MIE (Mercruiser): 5907058-0B522505, 0B522506-0B788151
• 230HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 6218462-0B525981, 0B525982-0B773739

250HP Models

• 250HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 4768000-4908849

255HP Models

• 255HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 5195909-5907057

260HP Models

• 260HP OUTBOARD (Mercruiser): 6218462-0B525981, 0B525982-0B773739, 4908850-6218461, 6218462-0B525981

 

Looking for your Mercury engine serial number? Our helpful guide shows you exactly where serial numbers are located on different engines.

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