Panther 550408SS Stainless Steel Outboard Motor Bracket for 15 HP 4-Stroke and 20 HP 2-Stroke Motors

The 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.

Twist-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.

Specifications

• Brand: Panther
• Manufacturer Part Number: 550408SS
• Maximum Motor Weight: 132 pounds
• Maximum Horsepower (4-Stroke): 15 HP
• Maximum Horsepower (2-Stroke): 20 HP
• Vertical Travel: 11 inches
• Lock Positions: 4-position lock bar
• Setback, Up Position: 8 3/4 inches
• Setback, Down Position: 14 inches
• Mounting Board Thickness: 2 inches
• Mounting Board Material: Polypropylene
• Bracket Material: Stainless steel
• Hardware: Aircraft-type stainless steel hardware
• Spring Type: Stainless steel torsion springs
• Shaft Compatibility: Long or short shaft engines
• Standards Compliance: Meets ABYC Standards
• Safety Cable: Includes Panther 55-0415 safety cable, required for operation
• Package Dimensions: 21 x 12.5 x 11 inches
• Item Weight: 19.9 pounds
• Color: Silver
• UPC: 628309280239

Frequently Asked Questions

What size motors does the Panther 550408SS fit? 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.

Does this bracket work with long shaft or short shaft engines? Yes, the 550408SS is rated for use with either long or short shaft outboard engines.

How much vertical travel does the bracket provide? 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.

What is the setback distance on this bracket? The Panther 550408SS has a setback of 8 3/4 inches in the up position and 14 inches in the down position.

What material is the 550408SS made from? The bracket itself is stainless steel with aircraft-type stainless steel hardware, and the mounting board is a 2 inch thick, weatherproof polypropylene.

Do I need anything else to use this bracket safely? Yes, the 550408SS includes a Panther 55-0415 safety cable, which is required for operation and should not be left off during use.

How much does the Panther 550408SS weigh? The Panther 550408SS weighs 19.9 pounds.

What are the package dimensions? The 550408SS ships in a package measuring 21 x 12.5 x 11 inches.

Does this bracket meet marine safety standards? Yes, the Panther 550408SS meets ABYC Standards for outboard motor brackets.

How does the height adjustment work on this bracket? 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.

Is the 550408SS suitable for higher-torque four-stroke motors? Yes, the Panther 550408SS is built extra-tough and extra-wide specifically to handle the added weight and torque of higher-output four-stroke engines up to 15 HP.

What color or finish does this bracket come in? The Panther 550408SS has a silver finish consistent with its stainless steel construction.