The Tohatsu 20hp outboard motor model MFS20DS delivers smooth performance, power and great fuel efficiency. The 20hp Tohatsu engine is affordable and perfect for medium to larger sized aluminum fishing boats, and skiffs as well as heavier sailboats. This Tohatsu outboard comes equipped with the short 15 inch shaft, tiller steering and manual start. This two cylinder 4 stroke engine comes standard with forward, neutral and reverse shift on the front of the outboard, a 3.2 gallon external gas tank and Tohatsu’s 5 year factory warranty.
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DS Outboard Motor
- Decompression Device for Easy Starting
- Advanced Digital CD Ignition System
- Low Oil Pressure Warning System
- ESG Over Rev RPM Limiter
- High Grade Marine Alloy Construction
- Stainless Steel Water Pump Housing
- Zinc Coated Water Passages
- Easy to Replace Canister Style Oil Filter
- Sacrificial Zinc Anodes + Trim Tab
- Forward-Mounted Gear Shift Lever
- Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
- Adjustable Steering Friction Setting
- Tuned Intake for Crisp Acceleration
- Carburetor Accelerator Pump
- Start-In-Gear Protection
- Thermostatically Controlled Cooling
- Advanced Cross Flow Induction System
- Shallow Water Drive; 6 Trim Positions
- Quiet Through-the-Propeller Exhaust
- 3.1 Gallon Fuel Tank / Fuel Line
- Safety Lanyard Cut-Off Switch
- Operating Manual & Emergency Tool Kit
- Tohatsu 5-Year Warranty
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DS Outboard Motor
| Model | MFS20DS |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| SKU | MFS20DS-17 |
| Weight | 114.4000 |
| Manufacturer | Tohatsu |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| Horsepower | 20hp |
| Shaft Length | 15″ (Short) |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Starting | Manual |
| Trim & Tilt | Manual |
| Fuel Delivery | Carburetor |
| Fuel Tank | External |
| Cylinder(s) | 2 |
| Displacement | 351 cc (21.41 cubic inches) |
| Bore and Stroke | 61 x 60 mm (2.40 x 2.36 inches) |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5,400-6,100 RPM |
| Ignition System | Digital CD Ignition |
| Induction Scavenging | SOHC |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel Type | Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane) |
| Fuel Tank / Fuel Line | 3.1 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line |
| Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 (SF, SG, SH, SJ) |
| Oil Capacity | 1 Quart (1000 ml) |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Alternator | Optional 12V 145W 12A (installation required) |
| Cooling System | Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled |
| Saltwater Rated | Yes |
| Gear Ratio | 2.15:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter) |
| Propeller | 9.2″ Dia. X 9.8″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum |
| Internal Battery | No |
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DS Outboard Motor
What’s in the box?
- Fuel Tank (3.1 gallon)
- Quick Connect Fuel Line
- Aluminum Propeller
- Owner’s Manual & Tool Kit
- Tohatsu 5-Year Warranty