{"product_id":"panther-550408ss-stainless-steel-outboard-motor-bracket-for-15-hp-4-stroke-and-20-hp-2-stroke-motors","title":"Panther 550408SS Stainless Steel Outboard Motor Bracket for 15 HP 4-Stroke and 20 HP 2-Stroke Motors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Panther 550408SS is an adjustable stainless steel outboard motor bracket built for auxiliary and trolling motors that need more support than standard lightweight brackets provide. It supports 4-stroke motors up to 15 HP or 2-stroke motors up to 20 HP, with a maximum motor weight of 132 pounds, and is rated for use with either long or short shaft engines. The bracket is constructed from stainless steel with aircraft-type stainless steel hardware, and is built extra-tough and extra-wide to handle the added weight and torque of higher-output four-stroke engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwist-knob Safety Locks increase the torque rating of the bracket and help hold it securely in place during operation. Heavy-duty stainless steel torsion springs counterbalance the motor's weight, making it easier to raise and lower by hand. A four-position lock bar and 11 inches of vertical travel let you fine-tune motor height for changing water and load conditions, with a setback of 8 3\/4 inches in the up position and 14 inches in the down position. The mounting board is 2 inches thick, made of weatherproof, maintenance-free polypropylene, providing a stable base for the motor clamp. The bracket meets ABYC Standards and should not be used without a Panther 55-0415 safety cable, which is included and required for operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panther\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 550408SS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Motor Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Horsepower (4-Stroke):\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Horsepower (2-Stroke):\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Travel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock Positions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-position lock bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetback, Up Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 3\/4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetback, Down Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Board Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Board Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracket Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft-type stainless steel hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel torsion springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long or short shaft engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets ABYC Standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes Panther 55-0415 safety cable, required for operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 x 12.5 x 11 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19.9 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 628309280239\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size motors does the Panther 550408SS fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Panther 550408SS supports 4-stroke motors up to 15 HP or 2-stroke motors up to 20 HP, with a maximum motor weight of 132 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bracket work with long shaft or short shaft engines?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 550408SS is rated for use with either long or short shaft outboard engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much vertical travel does the bracket provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 inches of vertical travel is available, controlled through a 4-position lock bar so you can fine-tune motor height for changing water and load conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the setback distance on this bracket?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Panther 550408SS has a setback of 8 3\/4 inches in the up position and 14 inches in the down position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 550408SS made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e The bracket itself is stainless steel with aircraft-type stainless steel hardware, and the mounting board is a 2 inch thick, weatherproof polypropylene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need anything else to use this bracket safely?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 550408SS includes a Panther 55-0415 safety cable, which is required for operation and should not be left off during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Panther 550408SS weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Panther 550408SS weighs 19.9 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the package dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 550408SS ships in a package measuring 21 x 12.5 x 11 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bracket meet marine safety standards?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Panther 550408SS meets ABYC Standards for outboard motor brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the height adjustment work on this bracket?\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty stainless steel torsion springs counterbalance the motor's weight, and twist-knob Safety Locks combined with the 4-position lock bar let you adjust and secure motor height by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 550408SS suitable for higher-torque four-stroke motors?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Panther 550408SS is built extra-tough and 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