Evinrude 10HP Outboard Motor

This used Evinrude 10 HP is a carbureted, 2-cylinder portable outboard sized for small boats and backup duty, with a 12.8 cubic inch block (bore 2.17 in, stroke 1.73 in) and a 2.08:1 gear set. Full throttle lands in the 5000-6000 rpm band.

Who it suits

A motor this size works well as a primary engine for a jon boat or dinghy, or as a spare kept aboard a larger boat for when the main engine is down. A fast-idle choke is built in for cold starts, and the integral fuel tank means there's nothing extra to carry or plumb in.

What to check before buying

Two shaft lengths were offered for this engine, 15 in and 20 in, so confirm which one is on the unit you're looking at against your transom height before ordering. Steering here is remote with an electric starter; electric-start versions carry a 12-volt, 145-watt, 12-amp alternator, which non-electric builds of this motor don't have.

Included features

Exhaust vents out through the propeller rather than above the waterline, which cuts down on running noise, and trim is handled by a power tilt system rather than a manual lever. Controls are mechanical throughout.

Total weight is 103.6 lbs. As a used motor, expect cosmetic wear and service history that varies by unit rather than a fresh-from-the-factory finish.

Does it have electric start? This is the electric-starter configuration, with its own small alternator.

What shaft length does it have? Either 15 or 20 inches depending on the unit; confirm before buying.