Mercury Racing's 15-inch mid-section for its four-stroke outboards has finally arrived. Here's why it matters, https://www.speedonthewater.com/why-...of-a-big-deal/

I would still rather have my 2.5s but glad to see a step in the right direction, curious why this took so long

They were busy with more important things.

Just look at how the engine program has evolved.

Definitely a big deal for enthusiasts. There is an option for almost anyone now. A 15" 200R is a great engine, with twins on a smaller cat, really cool. Some of the tests on the regular 200R had it getting numbers a 225 ProMax of old would get. Probably pushing 240 actual HP, plus the benefit of the 1.75 gears. The 15" 300R will be be great for V hulls too with the lower CG.