2017 Tohatsu 8 HP MFS8BL Outboard Motor

2017 Tohatsu 8 HP MFS8BL Outboard Motor
The Tohatsu Outboard Motor Model # MFS8BL is an 8hp twin-cylinder 4-stroke Tohatsu outboard with a manual start which is equipped with the 20 inch long shaft. This outboard is tough, but still compact and light for portability purposes. Tohatsu Outboard motors are known for being quiet and fuel efficient. The 8hp Tohatsu outboard is ideal for jon boats, small skiffs, and inflatables, Use it as well as sailboat and “kicker” or trolling auxiliary applications.
 
2017 Tohatsu 8 HP MFS8BL Outboard Motor

Lightest 8hp in its Class @ 83.8 lbs
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 +? Trim Tab
Forward Mounted? Gear Shift Selector
Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
Adjustable Steering Friction Setting
Advanced Fast-Idle Choke Feature
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 8 HP MFS8BL Outboard Motor

Model
MFS8BL

Model Year
2017

SKU
MFS8BL-17

Weight
83.8000

Manufacturer
Tohatsu

Country of Manufacture
Japan

Horsepower
8hp

Shaft Length
20″ (Long)

Steering
Tiller

Starting
Manual

Trim & Tilt
Manual

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
Optional 12V 80W 6A (installation required)

Cooling System
Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled

Saltwater Rated
Yes

Gear Ratio
2.08:1

Gear Shift
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter)

Propeller
8.5″ Dia. X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum

Internal Battery
No

 
2017 Tohatsu 8 HP MFS8BL 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