2018 Tohatsu 15 Hp MFS15EEFS Outboard Motor

The 2018 Tohatsu MFS15EEFS brings electronic fuel injection to the short-shaft side of Tohatsu's 15 HP four-stroke line, pairing a 15-inch shaft with electric start and a manual pull-cord backup.

Why the short shaft

A 15-inch shaft fits boats with a lower transom than the long-shaft EEFL calls for, and choosing shaft length by horsepower alone rather than measuring the transom is one of the more common outboard buying mistakes. Tiller steering and manual trim and tilt are standard on this model.

Engine details

The EFI engine displaces 333cc and sends power through a 2.15 gear ratio to a three-blade aluminum propeller, saltwater rated for coastal use. This is the same core powerhead used in the long-shaft EEFL, just paired here with the shorter leg. Electric start is backed by a manual pull cord, and a 12V-12A alternator handles charging duties whenever the motor is running.

What's included

Expect a 3-gallon separate tank with its quick-connect line, the propeller sized for this shaft, an owner's manual and tool kit, and Tohatsu's five-year factory coverage in the box.

Common questions

What happens if the electric start fails on the water? The manual pull-cord backup lets the motor start without the electric system. Is this engine carbureted? No, it uses electronic fuel injection rather than a carburetor. Does the tiller fold for transport? This detail is not specified here; confirm with the seller if that matters for storage or trailering.

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