The OBR Mercury TorqueMaster 2 lower unit is a replacement gearcase for selected 2013–2018 Mercury 225 and 250 HP Pro XS 3.0L V6 outboards. This product family is configured for a 20-inch L shaft and a 1.75:1 gear ratio. New and remanufactured versions are available under separate OBR SKUs.

Select ME-G6-25-N for the new gearcase or ME-G6-25-R for the remanufactured gearcase. Both variants cover the same listed horsepower, engine family, year range and shaft-length application.

Do not select this unit using horsepower alone. Confirm that the original gearcase is a TorqueMaster 2—not the original TorqueMaster, FleetMaster or SportMaster—and verify the engine serial number, model number, original gear ratio, shaft length and rotation before ordering.

  • Performance Tuned: Specifically built for the 225HP and 250HP Pro XS power curves.

  • TorqueMaster 2 Geometry: Features the heavy-duty skeg and housing design for improved high-speed stability.

  • Tournament Ready: Engineered for maximum longevity under the stresses of competitive angling and high-velocity runs.

 

  • Manufacturer: OBR
  • Compatible engine manufacturer: Mercury
  • Product: Replacement outboard lower unit / gearcase
  • Gearcase family: TorqueMaster 2
  • Engine family: Pro XS 3.0L V6
  • Horsepower applications: 225 HP and 250 HP
  • Model-year range: 2013–2018
  • Shaft length: 20-inch L
  • Gear ratio: 1.75:1
  • Rotation: Standard/right-hand; serial verification required
  • New part number: ME-G6-25-N
  • Remanufactured part number: ME-G6-25-R
  • Conditions: New or remanufactured
  • Gear oil: Not installed for shipment
  • Warranty: Two-year OBR limited warranty; terms and exclusions apply

This product family is cataloged for:

  • Mercury 225 HP Pro XS V6, 2013–2018, 20-inch L shaft
  • Mercury 250 HP Pro XS V6, 2013–2018, 20-inch L shaft
  • Mercury Pro XS 3.0L V6 engine family
  • TorqueMaster 2 gearcase application
  • 1.75:1 original gear ratio
  • Standard/right-hand rotation
  • New replacement: ME-G6-25-N
  • Remanufactured replacement: ME-G6-25-R

The engine serial number and model number must be reviewed before shipment. A year or horsepower match does not independently establish compatibility.

  • This listing is for a 20-inch L-shaft application only.
  • Do not use it for a 25-inch XL or 30-inch XXL application.
  • Confirm that the original gearcase is TorqueMaster 2.
  • Do not substitute it for the original-generation TorqueMaster based only on horsepower.
  • Do not substitute it for FleetMaster, SportMaster or a standard Mercury gearcase without written supplier confirmation.
  • Do not use it for the later 4.6L V8 Pro XS TorqueMaster application.
  • The original gear ratio must be 1.75:1.
  • Confirm standard versus counter rotation before shipment.
  • Do not promise spline compatibility until the engine serial number is checked.
  • The gearcase ships without oil and must be filled before operation.
  • Proper shift adjustment and the OBR break-in procedure are required.
  • The OBR application catalog separately identifies ME-G6-25-N/R as the 20-inch TorqueMaster 2 family and ME-G6-26-N/R as the 25-inch family.

Before shipment, Mariners Warehouse should review the selected SKU against the submitted engine serial number, engine model number, original gearcase family, original gear ratio, shaft length and rotation.

The order should be held if:

  • The serial or model number is missing or unreadable.
  • The engine cannot be confirmed as a listed 225/250 HP Pro XS 3.0L V6 application.
  • The existing gearcase is not confirmed as TorqueMaster 2.
  • The shaft is not confirmed as 20-inch L.
  • The original ratio is not confirmed as 1.75:1.
  • Rotation cannot be confirmed.
  • The selected new or remanufactured SKU does not match the order.

Before packing:

  • Match the physical product label to ME-G6-25-N or ME-G6-25-R.
  • Confirm the selected condition against the order.
  • Check the housing, skeg, driveshaft and propeller shaft for visible handling damage.
  • Confirm that openings, shafts and painted surfaces are protected for transit.
  • Use supports that prevent the gearcase from moving inside the carton.
  • Include any confirmed documents, return instructions and core paperwork.
  • Photograph the product label and packed condition for the order record.
  • Verify the shipping label, customer address and carton count.

Do not state that the unit is bench-tested, pressure-tested or water-tested unless Mariners Warehouse or OBR can document the exact process for the selected SKU.

Quick Fitment Summary

Specification Mercury TorqueMaster 2 Lower Unit | 225–250 HP Pro XS | 20 Inch
Manufacturer OBR
Compatible Engine Brand Mercury
Product Family ME-G6-25
Gearcase Series TorqueMaster 2
Engine Family Pro XS 3.0L V6
Horsepower 225 HP and 250 HP
Model Years 2013–2018
Shaft Length 20-inch L
Gear Ratio 1.75:1
Rotation Standard / right-hand; confirm by engine serial number
New SKU ME-G6-25-N
Remanufactured SKU ME-G6-25-R
Available Conditions New and remanufactured
Required Fitment Data Engine serial number and model number
Gear Oil Ships without oil
Warranty Two-year OBR limited warranty; terms apply

How to Select a Mercury TorqueMaster 2 Lower Unit

A correct horsepower match does not guarantee that a replacement lower unit will fit. Begin by confirming that the existing gearcase is a TorqueMaster 2. The original TorqueMaster, TorqueMaster 2, FleetMaster, SportMaster and standard Mercury gearcases should not be treated as interchangeable product names.

Next, verify the shaft length. This ME-G6-25 family is specifically cataloged for a 20-inch L-shaft application. A 25-inch XL installation uses a different product family. The original gear ratio must also match the listed 1.75:1 configuration, and standard versus counter rotation must be confirmed before shipment.

Finally, choose the condition. ME-G6-25-N is the new OBR gearcase, while ME-G6-25-R is the remanufactured version. Both cover the same listed 225/250 HP Pro XS 3.0L V6 application.

Submit the complete Mercury engine serial number and model number with the order. Mariners Warehouse should review these details against the selected SKU, year range, gearcase family, shaft length, ratio and rotation before releasing the unit for shipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which engines does this Mercury TorqueMaster 2 lower unit fit?
It is cataloged for selected 2013–2018 Mercury 225 HP and 250 HP Pro XS 3.0L V6 outboards requiring a TorqueMaster 2 gearcase, 20-inch L shaft, 1.75:1 ratio and standard rotation. Engine serial-number verification is required.
What is the difference between TorqueMaster and TorqueMaster 2?
They are separate Mercury gearcase families with different cataloged replacement SKUs. Do not order using the TorqueMaster name alone. Confirm the existing gearcase generation and engine serial number before selecting a replacement.
What gear ratio does this lower unit use?
The ME-G6-25 TorqueMaster 2 application is cataloged with a 1.75:1 gear ratio. The original engine and gearcase ratio should still be confirmed before shipment.
Will this lower unit fit a 25-inch XL shaft?
No. ME-G6-25-N and ME-G6-25-R are 20-inch L-shaft applications. The 25-inch TorqueMaster 2 application uses the separate ME-G6-26 product family.
What is the difference between the new and remanufactured options?
ME-G6-25-N is the new OBR gearcase, while ME-G6-25-R is the remanufactured OBR gearcase. Both cover the same listed engine, horsepower, years, shaft length and ratio.
Why is my Mercury engine serial number required?
Horsepower and model year alone do not confirm gearcase fitment. The serial and model numbers help verify the engine family, TorqueMaster generation, shaft length, gear ratio and rotation before shipment.
Does the lower unit arrive filled with gear oil?
No. OBR states that its gearcase assemblies ship without oil. Fill the unit with the manufacturer-required lubricant before operation and follow OBR's 10-hour gearcase break-in procedure.
What warranty and core deposit apply?
OBR's current general policy states a two-year limited warranty on gearcases. Exact supplier listings show a $200 refundable core charge, but Mariners Warehouse must confirm whether that amount is included or charged separately and how the refund will be administered before the core statement is published.

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