Sierra Lifting Eye Tool 18-9896, Replaces Mercury 91-47448A1 Engine Lifting Tool

The Sierra Lifting Eye Tool, part number 18-9896, is a machined engine lifting tool designed to provide a secure attachment point for hoisting a motor during removal or installation. It threads into the powerhead to create a reliable lift point, letting technicians raise and lower the engine safely and evenly instead of relying on improvised rigging. The machined exterior construction is built for repeated shop use and stands up to the loads placed on it during engine service work.

This tool is a direct equivalent to several Mercury lifting eye tools, making it a straightforward replacement for shops and technicians who already reference those Mercury tool numbers. Its compact size makes it easy to store in a tool roll or drawer alongside other engine service tools, and it is ready to use without additional assembly.

Specifications

• Brand: Sierra
• Manufacturer Part Number: 18-9896
• Tool Type: Lifting Eye Tool
• Lift Type: Motor
• Exterior Finish: Machined
• Product Dimensions: 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches
• Weight: 1.1 pounds
• UPC: 808282343927

Fitment

Universal engine lifting eye tool; not restricted to a specific make, horsepower, or model in the available fitment data.

Replaces (OEM)

• Mercury 91-904551
• Mercury 91-90455T1
• Mercury 91-90455T
• Mercury 91-878232
• Mercury 91-75132
• Mercury 91-47448A1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sierra 18-9896 Lifting Eye Tool used for? The Sierra 18-9896 is a lifting eye tool that threads into an engine to provide a secure attachment point for safely hoisting the motor during removal or installation.

Which Mercury tools does the Sierra 18-9896 replace? It replaces Mercury lifting eye tools 91-904551, 91-90455T1, 91-90455T, 91-878232, 91-75132, and 91-47448A1, so any of those Mercury tool numbers can be crossed over to Sierra part 18-9896.

Is the Sierra 18-9896 a genuine Sierra part or an aftermarket copy? Sierra 18-9896 is manufactured and sold under the Sierra brand as a direct equivalent to the listed Mercury lifting eye tools, not a copy sold under another brand name.

How much does the Sierra 18-9896 Lifting Eye Tool weigh? The Sierra 18-9896 Lifting Eye Tool weighs 1.1 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the Sierra 18-9896? The Sierra 18-9896 measures 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches.

What is the exterior finish of the Sierra 18-9896? It has a machined exterior finish, which is typical for a precision engine lifting tool that sees repeated use.

Does the Sierra 18-9896 fit a specific engine make or model? The available specifications for the Sierra 18-9896 do not list a specific make, horsepower, or model restriction; it is referenced as a direct replacement for the listed Mercury tool numbers rather than tied to one engine family.

Can the Sierra 18-9896 be used to lift an outboard or sterndrive powerhead? Yes, its lift type is designated for motor use, meaning it is designed to attach to a powerhead so it can be lifted during service.

What comes in the box with the Sierra 18-9896? The Sierra 18-9896 is supplied as a single lifting eye tool, ready to thread into the engine without additional hardware.

Why would I need a lifting eye tool like the Sierra 18-9896 instead of improvised rigging? A dedicated lifting eye tool such as the Sierra 18-9896 threads directly into the engine to create a rated, secure attachment point, which is safer and more reliable than rigging a chain or strap around the motor.