The Tohatsu 9.8hp outboard motor model # MFS9.8BEFTL with electric start and 20 inch shaft has set the standard in portable outboard power. At just 105 lbs, this Tohatsu 9.8hp outboard engine with power tilt and electric start is the lightest four-stroke in its class! If you crave the quietness and fuel economy of a four-stroke, smoothness of a twin-cylinder, and lightweight portability that won’t break your back or the bank, the Tohatsu 9.8 outboard is for you.
2018 Tohatsu 9.8 Hp MFS9.8BEFTL Outboard Motor
- Lightest Outboard in Class @ 104.7 lbs
- Electric Start + 12V 80W 6A Alternator
- Full Thru-Cowl Manual Start Retained
- Power Operated Tilt; 5 Trim Positions
- Advanced Digital CD Ignition System
- Low Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
- ESG Over Rev RPM Limiter
- High Grade Marine Alloy Construction
- Stainless Steel Water Pump Housing
- Zinc Coated Water Passages
- Sacrificial Zinc Anodes +Â Trim Tab
- Forward Mounted Gear Shift Selector
- Adjustable Steering Friction Setting
- Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
- Advanced Fast-Idle Choke Feature
- Start-In-Gear Protection
- Thermostatically Controlled Cooling
- Advanced Cross Flow Induction System
- 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
2018 Tohatsu 9.8 Hp MFS9.8BEFTL Outboard Motor
| MODEL | MFS9.8BEFTL |
| MODEL YEAR | 2018 |
| SKU | MFS9.8BEFTL-18 |
| WEIGHT | 104.7000 |
| MANUFACTURER | Tohatsu |
| COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE | Japan |
| HORSEPOWER | 9.8hp |
| SHAFT LENGTH | 20″ (Long) |
| STEERING | Tiller |
| STARTING | Electric |
| TRIM & TILT | Power Tilt |
| FUEL DELIVERY | Carburetor |
| FUEL TANK | External |
| CYLINDER(S) | 2 |
| DISPLACEMENT | 209 cc (12.8 cubic inches) |
| BORE AND STROKE | 55 x 44 mm (2.17 x 1.73 inches) |
| FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE | 5,000-6,000 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 | 27 fl. oz. (800 ml) |
| LUBRICATION | Wet Sump |
| ALTERNATOR | 12V 80W 6A (standard on elec. start models) |
| COOLING SYSTEM | Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled |
| SALTWATER RATED | Yes |
| GEAR RATIO | 2.08:1 |
| GEAR SHIFT | Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter) |
| PROPELLER | 8.7″ Dia. X 7.0″ Pitch 4-Blade (High Thrust) |
| INTERNAL BATTERY | No |
2018 Tohatsu 9.8 Hp MFS9.8BEFTL 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