Previously sold only to the defense industry, dealers now offer MFE engines to consumers
Sturtevant, WI, February 6, 2008 – High tech Evinrude® multi-fuel engines (MFE) that have powered U.S. military branches like the Marines and Navy SEALS, and the international defense industry, are now offered for sale to the general public through authorized BRP/Evinrude dealerships worldwide.
"Consumers who are adventurous and like exploring the outdoors will definitely enjoy the powerful exciting Evinrude MFE engines," said Roch Lambert, vice president and general manager, Outboard Marine Engines, BRP. "These engines are made tough for harsh use by the military," he continues. "They carry the same great benefits as all Evinrude outboards - strong performance, lasting reliability, low maintenance and lots of power. For consumers who want to do more, there's really no other engine like it. "
Consumers will be able to experience the Evinrude MFE at the upcoming Miami International Boat Show, February 14 through 18. The engine will be demonstrated on a Zodiac boat in BRP's slips, number 200, 202, and 206, located at the Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center.
Designed for flexible use of multiple fuels in harsh demanding mission applications, Evinrude MFE outboards are capable of running on kerosene, aviation fuels (JP-4, JP-5, JP-8, Jet-A and Jet-B), and standard gasoline. These fuels are available from commercial sources worldwide. The engine's fuel selection can be changed with the simple flip of a switch, without compromising performance.
By adapting innovative design elements from the industry-leading Evinrude® E-TEC® technology, the Evinrude MFE meets the Common Fuels Initiative, a U.S. Department of Defense mandate that will require all U.S. military forces to use a series of common fuels to power their equipment for simpler logistics and increased safety by the year 2010. Other Page 2 competitive technologies, due to their large number of moving parts and complex valve systems and air passages, do not allow this capability.
The two-cylinder 55-hp engine is rope started with a convenient break-down tiller steering arm and is available in two models: a propeller model (E55MRL) and a jet propulsion model (E55MJRL). The custom military design, created for stealth operation, includes minimal engine noise, low emissions, a wrap-around assist handle and tilt-assist strap for easy lifting and carrying, and a matte tactical black paint color.
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), a privately-held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorized recreational vehicles. Its portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo® and Lynx™ snowmobiles, Sea-Doo® watercraft and sport boats, Evinrude® and Johnson® outboard engines, direct injection technologies such as E-TEC®, Can-Am™ all-terrain vehicles and roadsters, Rotax® engines and karts.
www.brp.com
®, TM and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.
For company information:
Johanne Denault
Manager, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Tel: +1 450.532.5173
johanne.denault@brp.com
For product information:
International
Cy Werda
Manager, Marketing -
Outboard Engines
Tel: +1 262 884.5087
Mobile: +1.262.960.2644
cy.werda@brp.com
North America
Christine Schultz
Senior Public Relations Coordinator
Outboard Engines
Tel: +1 262.884.5380
christine.schultz@brp.com