The OBR Mercury Verado HD counter-rotation lower-unit family contains new and remanufactured 5.44-inch silver gearcases for selected Mercury Verado L6 applications.
For selected 200–300 HP applications, OBR lists 25-inch and 30-inch counter-rotation configurations with a 1.85:1 gear ratio. For selected 300–400 HP applications, OBR lists 20-inch, 25-inch and 30-inch counter-rotation configurations with a 1.75:1 gear ratio.
Do not order using horsepower, engine position or an assumed model-year range alone. Match the complete engine serial number, original OEM or gearcase number, housing size, rotation, gear ratio and shaft length before ordering.
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Twin-Engine Precision: Dedicated Left-Hand (LH) rotation to eliminate steering torque in dual-engine configurations.
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Heavy-Duty 5.44″ Housing: The oversized "Fat" torpedo design provides superior gear strength and enhanced cooling.
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Offshore Performance: Optimized for the high-torque power curves of L6 Verado 200–400 HP engines.
This OBR 5.44-inch HD counter-rotation lower unit is cataloged for selected Mercury and Mariner Verado L6 applications. Compatibility depends on the engine family, horsepower range, gear ratio, shaft length, rotation and selected new or remanufactured SKU.
For selected 200–300 HP Verado L6 applications, OBR lists the following counter-rotation configurations:
- 25-inch XL shaft with 1.85:1 gear ratio: ME-G6-42A-N new or ME-G6-42A-R remanufactured
- 30-inch XXL shaft with 1.85:1 gear ratio: ME-G6-42B-N new or ME-G6-42B-R remanufactured
For selected 300–400 HP Verado L6 applications, OBR lists the following counter-rotation configurations:
- 20-inch L shaft with 1.75:1 gear ratio: ME-G6-45A-N new or ME-G6-45A-R remanufactured
- 25-inch XL shaft with 1.75:1 gear ratio: ME-G6-46-N new or ME-G6-46-R remanufactured
- 30-inch XXL shaft with 1.75:1 gear ratio: ME-G6-47-N new or ME-G6-47-R remanufactured
Before ordering, match the selected configuration to the complete Mercury engine serial number, original OEM or gearcase number, 5.44-inch housing size, counter rotation, original gear ratio and shaft length. Horsepower alone is not sufficient to confirm compatibility.
A universal 2006–2021 model-year range has not been confirmed for every SKU. Do not assume compatibility with standard-rotation gearcases, 4.8-inch housings, SportMaster units or later Mercury Verado V8 and V10 applications without written fitment confirmation.
Mercury Verado L6 lower unit is ordered, installed, or filled with gear oil. Selecting the wrong rotation, gear ratio, housing family, or shaft length can result in an incorrect drivetrain configuration:
- Complete Mercury engine serial number
- Original OEM or gearcase part number
- Verado L6 engine family verification
- 5.44-inch HD housing size match
- Counter-rotation configuration requirement
- Original 1.85:1 or 1.75:1 gear ratio matching
- 20-inch L, 25-inch XL, or 30-inch XXL shaft length confirmation
- New or remanufactured condition selection
- Existing identification markings and clear gearcase photographs
Critical Ordering & Fitment Verification:
- Do not determine rotation only from the engine’s position on the transom. A port-side installation should not automatically be treated as counter rotation. Confirm rotation from the original gearcase, OEM documentation, identification markings, or a supplier-approved serial-number lookup.
- The 5.44-inch HD counter-rotation gearcase should not be treated as a direct replacement for a 4.8-inch, standard-rotation, SportMaster, or different-ratio lower unit. Do not attempt a conversion based only on mounting appearance, horsepower, or shaft length.
- OBR’s new-unit descriptions include the designation “HD PS,” while the remanufactured listings show “HD.” Confirm the meaning and fitment effect of this designation before substituting one configuration for another.
Mariners Warehouse currently states:
- Order processing: normally 1–2 business days
- Standard transit estimate: 3–7 business days
- Expedited estimate: 2–3 business days
- Overnight service may be available
- Final cost depends on weight, dimensions and shipping method
See the Mariners Warehouse shipping policy.
Confirm the selected SKU and physical inventory before fulfillment.
- Recheck serial number, OEM number, shaft length, ratio and rotation.
- Record the shipped unit’s identification details.
- Protect the driveshaft, prop shaft, skeg and mounting surfaces.
- Include the applicable warranty and break-in instructions.
- Clearly state that the unit ships without gear oil.
Confirm packed weight and dimensions for every variant.
OBR states that gearcases ship without oil. The installer must use the manufacturer-required lubricant, confirm proper shift adjustment and follow the prescribed break-in procedure.