2018 Tohatsu 8 Hp MFS8BEFL Outboard Motor

Both a pull cord and a key switch can bring this 2018 Tohatsu MFS8BEFL to life. Under the cowl sits an 8 hp four-stroke built around two cylinders at 209cc. The shaft measures 20 inches, steering is by tiller, the engine is carbureted, it weighs 90.4 lbs, and it carries a saltwater rating.

Starting and electrical

Having both rope and electric start means a flat battery or a failed 12V, 80W, 6A alternator does not leave the operator stranded, since the pull-start side is fully retained alongside the electric option. A digital CD ignition handles spark timing, and a low oil pressure warning flags a problem before it becomes serious.

Saltwater duty

A marine-grade alloy block and a stainless water pump housing are part of how this engine resists corrosion, and the forward-neutral-reverse shift lever sits at the front of the motor within easy reach, rather than on the side.

In the box

An aluminum propeller and the owner's manual and tool kit all ship with the motor, along with the fuel tank itself, sized at 3.1 gallons and joined to its quick-connect line.

Is this rated for saltwater? Yes. What's the warranty term? Tohatsu covers this engine for 5 years.

Does the tiller handle include trim and tilt control? Trim and tilt on this model are manual, adjusted at the motor rather than through a power switch.

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