Tohatsu 30 HP Outboard Motor MFS30D

Tohatsu MFS30D 4-stroke outboard motor

A high-performing and user-friendly engine.

New features such as variable idle speed, a front-mounted shift lever, and a water flush system ensure a smooth, stable outboard motor that is also quick and easy to clean after use in saltwater.

The newly optimized gear ratio (26:12 / 2.17) delivers more power and torque, resulting in the highest top speed among 25/30 hp 4-stroke engines. This performance also results in fuel savings and a wider range of applications than other brands.

A rule of thumb is that for fast boats, you need 1 hp for a total weight of 10 to 20 kilograms. Based on this, this outboard motor is suitable for a total weight of 300 to 600 kilograms.
For displacement boats, 1 hp per 150 to 200 kilograms is sufficient; then the engine is adequate for 4.5 to 6 tons of total weight.

Fast Tohastsu MFS30D engine suitable for water sports and suitable for water skiing or wakeboarding (for boats with a speed from 20 kilometers per hour for beginners up to 35 kilometers per hour for advanced users).

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1. Review test report 1 : The new Tohatsu MFS30D is the lightest 3-cylinder engine in its class. This one certainly impressed with power, weight, and economy. The attached Test data demonstrated what customers can expect from this Next Generation engine: lightweight, performance, and fuel economy. A top speed of 50 kilometers (31 mph) was achieved with a 420-liter boat.
   
   
2. Test report 2 (see video below): with a 495 sloop With the Tohatsu 30 hp outboard motor a top speed of 40 kilometers per hour is achieved.
   
   
3. Test report 3 review by boote-magazin.de February 2022: The comparison test covers the new Tohatsu MFS30D and the older MFS 30C.
   The biggest visual difference between the two engines lies in the shape of the hood: the new model adopts Tohatsu's so-called softer design language. Under the hood, the latest technology aligns with upcoming emissions regulations, making it future-proof. Another key feature is that the new Tohatsu mfs30d engine can operate smoothly and without loss of performance with the now-familiar ethanol additives.
   The main differences in the technical data are the smaller displacement of the new engine and especially the almost 20 percent lower weight. At 57 kilograms, the new engine is, according to the manufacturer, the lightest three-cylinder in its class. This is essentially achieved with a 40 percent lighter crankshaft and a composite intake manifold that weighs only about half as much as the head (made of cast aluminum) of the older model. Of course, lighter weight has advantages when it comes to transport and handling—like dragging the engine across the beach and then attaching it to a dinghy.
   As a "test bench" for our test, Robert Marx obtained two identical Sandstrom Classic 460s from the boat dealer Kieler Bootsschau. Both boats had exactly the same equipment and therefore the same weight. We sailed the boats with two people; the test area was the Elbe, so it was naturally necessary to measure the speed in both directions. Both models reach approximately the same speeds, and they should, since the gear ratio and propeller are identical. At top speed, we achieved slightly more speed with the new model. A similar picture emerges with the noise levels, and here the differences are very minor. The fuel consumption is particularly interesting for us water sports enthusiasts: except for 1,000 rpm, the differences between the old and new engines remained small. At the upper speeds from 5,000 rpm, slightly lower consumption was calculated. At speeds between 2,000 rpm and 4,500 rpm, the older engine was even more fuel-efficient. The economical speed range of our test duo is between 5,000 and 5,500 rpm. Acceleration is still lacking: Here we measured with the current and without using the power trim (With power trim, you can electronically optimize the trim angle for improved acceleration, higher speed, and stable handling. Also useful for trailering.) Accelerated to 35 kilometers per hour . Most of you probably already guessed that there was no real winner here either.
   Conclusion: The new 30 hp outboard motor impresses with its forward-thinking technology and low weight, making it incredibly easy to handle, even on lightweight boats. The weight savings are also a plus when it comes to handling.
   
   
4. With the Pure 585 from Pure Boating with a displacement of 530 kilograms including outboard motor You'll be sailing with a 30 hp outboard motor at a top speed of 45 kilometers per hour. The Pure 585's design allows you to cruise quickly and quietly with relatively little power. It's fuel-efficient and has lower maintenance costs. One of the standout features of this innovative hull shape is its efficiency in the 12-20 km/h speed range, ideal for times when you don't want to go too fast but still want to make progress. Many boats create a large wake at this speed, leading to higher fuel consumption and more noise. The 585 makes the transition from displacement to planing almost imperceptibly. At a speed of 18 km/h, the engine consumes only 4 liters per hour with 2-3 people on board, which equates to 0.4 L/nm—unique for a boat of almost 6 meters. The boat also planes easily with six people on board.
   
   
5. River Roto including outboard motor and fuel 320 kilograms: a top speed of 47 kilometers per hour, with two adults 40 kilometers per hour.
   
   
6. With an Amigo 475 Sport with a boat weight of 410 kilograms, you can sail with a 30 hp outboard motor at a top speed of 40 kilometers per hour.
   
   
7. With a 495 sloop weighing 340 kilograms, the 30 hp Tohatsu outboard motor will reach a speed of 35 kilometers per hour. With eight people, it can reach a speed of 18 kilometers per hour.
   
   
8. With the Valory V490 sloop with a boat weight of 320 kilograms, you can reach a speed between 28 and 36 kilometers per hour with the 30 hp outboard motor with 1 to 2 people.
   
   
9. The 540 sloop with 425 kilograms boat weight has a top speed of 35 to 40 kilometers per hour with the 30 hp outboard motor .
   
   
10. With the Lago Amore 595 tender , weighing 500 kilograms, you can sail with a 30 hp outboard motor up to a maximum speed of 35 kilometers per hour. With eight people, you can travel at 14 kilometers per hour.
    
    
11. With the Gentle 590 tender With a boat weighing 500 kilograms, you can sail with a 30 hp outboard motor at a maximum speed of 35 kilometers per hour. With eight people, you can sail at 14 kilometers per hour.
    
    
12. With a 320-kilogram Lago Amore 485 sloop, you can sail with a 30-hp outboard motor at a top speed of 35 kilometers per hour. With 8 people, it can reach 14 kilometers per hour (though with 4 people, the sloop will still plane).
    
    
13. With a Beauty 630 tender with a boat weight of 500 kilograms, you can sail with a 30 hp outboard motor at a maximum speed of 30 kilometers per hour.
    
    
14. With the Marinaut 620 with a boat weight of 620 kilograms, you can sail with 2 people up to a maximum speed of 25 kilometers per hour.
    
    
15. With an Old Huijzer 616 Tender Sloop 6 meters With a boat weight of 690 kilograms, you can sail with 2 people up to a maximum speed of 28 kilometers per hour.
    
    
16. With the Topcraft 605 Tendersloep with a boat weight of 600 kilograms and 2 persons you can sail with a 30 hp Tohatsu outboard motor up to a maximum speed of 28 kilometers per hour.
    
    
17. With the Lago Amore 633 Tendersloep 6.5 meters 8 persons with 780 kilograms boat weight and 2 persons you sail with a 30 hp outboard motor at a maximum speed of 18 kilometers per hour (with 4 persons 17 kilometers per hour), with a tailwind 27 kilometers per hour.
    
    SPECIFICATIONS TOHATSU OUTBOARD MOTOR 30 HP

• Power 30 hp
• Lubrication 4-stroke
• Weight 58 to 68 kilograms
• Start Electric
• Control Type Remote Control For steering wheel controls, both mono-cable and hydraulic.
  
• Gear lever Forward - Neutral - Backward
• Fuel system Injection so no carburetor!
• Number of cylinders 3
• Cylinder capacity 526 cm3
• Maximum power 22 kW
• Full throttle working speed 5260-6250 revolutions per minute
• Bore x impact 61x57 mm
• Trim/tilt mode Powertrim - Manual trim/tilt
• Tail length K (15" = 38 centimeters) L (20'' = 51 centimeters)

VERSIONS:

• The boat's transom height determines the outboard motor's shaft length. Measure from the mounting point of the motor to the bottom. Is the transom height around 43 centimeters? Then you'll need a short shaft. For a length of 51 centimeters, a long shaft is best. You'll need an extra long shaft for a length of 63 centimeters.

Performances

• S: Short-tail tiller design
• L: Long-tailed tiller design
• ES: E : electric start, S : Short tail.
  Often sold for boats with a bun.
  Optional: Basic Multi Tiller Aqua Blue (Item number 3VSQ63007-0) €299. This also allows you to operate the engine with this tiller.
• EL: E : electric start, L : Long tail.
  Popular for boats with a bun. Optional: Basic Multi Tiller Aqua Blue (Item number 3VSQ63007-0) €299.
  This also allows you to control the engine with this tiller. It features a switch for starting the engine, a safety switch, a switch for setting four speed levels for trolling, a speed adjustment handle with an adjustable rotational stiffness pin, an FNR shift lever, and, for ET models, a knob for adjusting trim and tilt.
• ETS: E : electric start, T: power tilt, S: Shorttail.
  Often sold for boats without a bun.
  Optional: Basic Multi Tiller Aqua Blue (Article number 3VSQ63007-0) €299.
  This also allows you to control the engine with this tiller. It features a switch for starting the engine, a safety switch, a switch for setting four speed levels for trolling, a speed adjustment handle with an adjustable rotational stiffness pin, an FNR shift lever, and, for ET models, a knob for adjusting trim and tilt.
• (W)ETL: E: electric start, T: power tilt, L: Longtail. W : in the colour Beluga White.
  Optional: Basic Multi Tiller Aqua Blue (Article number 3VSQ63007-0) €299.
  This allows you to control the engine with this tiller. It features a switch for starting the engine, a safety switch, a switch for setting 4 speed levels for trolling, a crank handle for adjusting the speed with an adjustable rotational stiffness pin, an FNR shift lever, and, for ET models, a knob for adjusting trim and tilt. It doesn't have an ignition switch. This engine is the ETL model, so you can also connect it to the remote control/handlebar control.
• (W)ETS Tiller
  Perfect for fishermen.
  ETS model with tiller basic Multi Tiller Aqua Blue (Item number 3VSQ63007-0).
  This allows you to control the engine with this tiller. It features a switch for starting the engine, a safety switch, a switch for setting 4 speed levels for trolling, a crank handle for adjusting the speed with an adjustable rotational stiffness pin, an FNR shift lever, and, for ET models, a knob for adjusting trim and tilt. It doesn't have an ignition switch. This engine is the ETS model, so you can also connect it to the remote control/handlebar control.
• Perfect for fishermen.
  ETS model with tiller Basic Multi Tiller Aqua Blue (Item number 3VSQ63007-0)
  This also allows you to control the motor with this tiller. It features a switch for starting the motor, a safety switch, a switch for setting four speed levels for trolling, a crank handle for adjusting the speed with an adjustable rotational stiffness pin, an FNR shift lever, and, for ET models, a knob for adjusting trim and tilt. This motor is the ETL model, so you can also connect it to a remote control or handlebar control.
  
  
• Optional: Trim meter including trim sensor for the engine (part number 3VS-72685-0) optional €429 for the ET models.
• With power trim and tilt, you can optimize the engine's tilt angle at the touch of a button. The trim gauge lets you quickly see if the engine angle is set correctly. This results in faster acceleration, smoother, faster, more fuel-efficient, more stable, and, above all, safer riding. It's also handy for trailering.
  
  
• All versions including :

• • Rigging cord kit A (part number 3VS-84560-0) includes a starter panel, wiring harness with ignition switch, and a deadman's switch. Or, upon request: side-mount kit A (part number 3VS-83900-0): a side-mounted control panel including mounting kit, wiring harness with ignition switch, and a deadman's switch. Excludes ES and EL tiller motors.
  • screw/propeller
  • 24 liter fuel tank.
  • Excludes : starter battery, engine oil and delivery inspection.

Optional: TOCS 4.3 inch LCD color display with information on:

• Engine speed
• Engine operating temperature
• Battery voltage
• Fuel consumption
• Tilt/trim meter*
• Total engine operating hours in hours
• Total fuel consumption
• Fuel tank level(s)
• Current consumption
• Course/speed
• Various warnings
• Self-diagnosis system

With NMEA2000 , J1939 CAN Bus and coupling.

It is also possible to order a package of original Tohatsu analog built-in gauges for the same price: tachometer, speedometer, hour meter, trim meter, voltmeter, and fuel gauge.

Tohatsu 4-stroke advantages:

• Designed with proven technology
• Modern crossflow cylinder head for good combustion
• Available in a wide range of models
• Easily accessible oil filter for simple replacement
• Larger oil reservoir capacity for optimum lubrication
• Tuned intake system for better cold starts
• Ultra Low Emission, US EPA and CARB Approved

Simple and safe operation
• Electronic fuel injection
• The first EFI 4-stroke outboard motor that can be started manually without a battery
• CDI ignition for easier engine starting, faster throttle response and smoother trolling
• Adjustable steering friction to reduce steering effort
• Large dynamo and rectifier for battery charging*
• Front-mounted shift lever
• Remote control models available
• Trim settings, 6 positions *
• Power trim & tilt*
• Optional remote control**
• Multi-Function Tiller Handle (Optional)
• Variable Idle Control (850, 950, 1050 r/min)*

Essential for ease of use and reliability
• Exhaust through the propeller for a quieter outboard motor
• Thermostat-controlled cooling system for a controlled engine temperature
• Stainless steel water pump housing for excellent durability
• High-quality aluminum alloy provides the ultimate protection against corrosion
• Zinc coating on internal water passages for superior corrosion resistance
• Inclusive external 25 liter fuel tank with engine connection and hose
• Aluminum screw
• Decompression option to start the outboard motor manually

Warning and safety systems
• Low oil pressure indicator (optical and acoustic)
• Overheating warning (acoustic)
• Battery voltage warning (optical)
• Rev limiter
• Lanyard (an essential feature that comes standard on all Tohatsu outboard motors)
• Start protection (can only be started in neutral gear position)
• Rev limiter

* Certain models
** Remote controlled models

FEATURES

Engine Control Unit (ECU)
The 16-bit ECU precisely controls fuel injection and ignition timing for 4-stroke engines.

Battery-free electronic fuel injection
The 30hp and 25hp now feature the industry's first battery-free electronically controlled fuel injection, delivering quick throttle response, excellent fuel economy, and a super-smooth ride on the water.

Tuned intake manifold
The tuned intake manifold delivers higher torque at low and medium speeds and quieter operation.

Tubular air intake
The tubular structure of the air intake, originally developed by Tohatsu, helps absorb the necessary airflow to the engine and prevents water from entering the hood.

Built-in freshwater flushing system
Standard built-in freshwater flushing system simplifies routine engine flushing

THEREFORE TOHATSU

• Tohatsu, based in Japan, has been in business for over 100 years and produces more than 200,000 outboard motors annually. TOHATSU is the largest outboard motor manufacturer in the world.
  
  
• Tohatsu has over a 10 percent market share in the Netherlands and is growing fastest in the country. For models up to 30 hp, it already boasts a market share of over 20% !
  
  
• Did you know that Mercury even has Tohatsu manufacture its outboard motors up to 30 hp? The only difference is the cowling and the price. The Tohatsu MFS30D is the same engine as the Mercury F30 EFI, but at a lower price.
  
  The Tohatsu BFT models from 150 hp are rebranded Hondas since 2014. So you get a reliable Honda engine for a Tohatsu price.
  

• Tohatsu motors offer the highest quality and are lower priced than other premium brands. Tohatsu is also the only brand that produces exclusively outboard motors, so it's truly specialized.
  
  
• Tohatsu pays close attention to the appearance of its outboard motors, and this model reflects that. The look is rugged and robust. Under the sleekly streamlined hood, you'll find trusted Tohatsu technology, designed for years of boating enjoyment with minimal maintenance.
  
  
• The Tohatsu engine is user-friendly in every respect. For example, the oil filter is positioned so you can easily change it yourself. The generous oil reservoir provides optimal lubrication for your outboard motor. The proven Tohatsu electronic injection system ensures smooth starting and quick throttle response. The RPM is easily controlled.
  
  
• Your newly purchased Tohatsu outboard motor comes with a full 5-year manufacturer's warranty .
  

• Tohatsu always comes out well in comparison tests.
  • Read the test reports for the 15 , 30 , and 60 hp engines, among others. Tohatsu is the price-performance winner according to Boote Testen.
  • The ANWB 'Water Champion' also conducted an outboard motor test. The Tohatsu 6 hp came out as winner forward based on, among other things, weight, noise and ease of use. According to the ANWB, you can best buy a Tohatsu 6 HP outboard motor.
  • Boote-Magazin.de also has the Tohatsu MFS115 A tested: impressive result Thanks to its best torque-to-weight ratio and higher top speed, the Tohatsu is also extremely fuel-efficient thanks to its small displacement. 
• Most models are available from stock!

That's why Tohatsu is the best outboard motor.

Tohatsu pays close attention to the appearance of its outboard motors, and this model reflects that. The look is rugged and robust. Under the sleekly streamlined hood, you'll find trusted Tohatsu technology, designed for years of boating enjoyment with minimal maintenance. The motor is user-friendly in every way. For example, the oil filter is positioned so you can easily change it yourself. The generous oil reservoir provides optimal lubrication for your outboard motor. Thanks to the proven Tohatsu electronic injection system, your engine starts easily and delivers rapid throttle response. The RPM is easily controlled.

WARRANTY & DELIVERY TIME

Your newly purchased Tohatsu outboard motor comes with a full 5-year manufacturer's warranty . This gives you solid assurance of worry-free boating. You'll receive a warranty certificate and receipt with your purchase. Any technical defects that occur within the warranty period and are covered by the warranty terms will be repaired free of charge.

BROCHURE AND MANUAL

View here the brochure and the manual

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