Tohatsu 4HP Outboard Motor | MFS4DDS

This 4-hp Tohatsu, model MFS4DDS, is new stock built on a 15-inch shaft with tiller steering and manual start; the single-cylinder, 123cc engine weighs 57 lbs, with its fuel supply built into the top of the cowling rather than mounted externally.

Who it suits

Having the tank built in keeps this motor simple to launch and run, since there is no separate tank to plumb before heading out. That makes it a straightforward pick for small pontoons, open-bow fishing boats and similar craft where a compact, light outboard matters more than raw output, and the 15-inch shaft suits boats with a lower transom than the longer-shaft version of this same engine.

What comes with it

Besides the propeller, you get the internal .3-gallon tank and a fitting to add an external one if you want more range. The manual, a lanyard-style cutoff, and a handful of service tools round out the package, and Tohatsu's 5-year warranty is the main coverage worth knowing about if the motor ever needs attention. Full throttle on this carbureted single-cylinder engine runs 4500-5500 rpm.

• Shaft length: 15 inches
• Full throttle: 4500-5500 rpm
• Induction: carburetor

Can an external tank be added? Yes, there is a fitting for one alongside the built-in tank. What is covered under warranty? Tohatsu's 5-year warranty applies to this motor.