Tohatsu 50 HP outboard motor MFS50A ETL

Tohatsu MFS50A 4-stroke outboard motor

Tohatsu's 4-stroke models... feature the latest technology! These Tohatsu outboard motors are reliable and boast robust, user-friendly technology. The MFS 50 is the first model in Tohatsu's new lightweight Sporty ECO line. It is the lightest 4-stroke outboard motor in its class.

This outboard motor is suitable for watersports; for water skiing, wakeboarding or wakefoiling (for boats with speeds from 20 kilometers per hour for beginners to 35 kilometers per hour for advanced users).

As a rule of thumb, for fast boats, you need 1 hp for every 10 to 20 kilograms of total weight. Based on this, this outboard motor is suitable for a total weight of 500 to 1000 kilograms.
For displacement boats, 1 hp per 150 to 200 kilograms is sufficient; in that case, the engine is adequate for a total weight of 7.5 to 10 tons.

Test Report 1 Review by Boten.nl magazine: Speed and comfort in an attractive package by Laurens Koster.

The test boat is equipped with a 50hp Tohatsu. We have sailed with it many times, and each time the conclusion is that Tohatsu's run remarkably smoothly and quietly. This 3-cylinder 4-stroke is no exception. The boat, by the way, has no rudder, so steering is done with the engine. In the engine well, it is important to provide the engine with sufficient oxygen. Exhaust gases must also not accumulate in the enclosed space. With a set of generously sized vents and a drain hose, this is perfectly managed.
On a virtually flat and windless Veluwemeer, it is striking how easily the Oud Huijzer 616 planes. Effortlessly, we sail about 20 kilometers per hour with the throttle half open. Full throttle, the boat clocks a top speed of approximately 42 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 2 review Boten.nl magazine by Arne Smit.
For watersports enthusiasts who like to sail a bit faster, a 50 hp Tohatsu four-stroke outboard motor, for example, is an excellent choice. These engines weigh less than 100 kilograms, so the Topcraft 605 remains light on its feet with a top speed of 50 kilometers per hour. More than enough for water skiing, wakeboarding, or simply enjoying the open water with a boat full of friends.
Test Report 3: review on Test Report on Tohatsu.com.au
The test was conducted with a Clark Abalone 435 boat with a total weight of 750 kilograms.
At 3,500 revolutions, a speed of 27 kilometers per hour was achieved with a consumption of 5 liters per hour.
At 6,300 revolutions, a maximum speed of 55 kilometers per hour was achieved with a consumption of 16 liters per hour.
Source: Tohatsu.com.au. For more details, see the image.
Test report 4: With the Topcraft 565 with 600 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 45 kilometers per hour.
With the Lago Amore 600 Tender Sloop with 750 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 45 kilometers per hour.
With an Oud Huijzer 616 Tender Sloop 6 meters with 600 kg boat weight, you can reach a maximum speed of over 35 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 5: With the Lago Amore 633 with 800 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 40 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 6: With a Van Zutphen 633 tender with 700 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 40 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 6: With a Van Zutphen 633 tender with 700 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 40 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 7: With a Van Vossen 777 with 1,000 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 34 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 8: With a Topcraft 565 with 550 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of over 50 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 9: With an Amigo 475 Sport with 410 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 51 kilometers per hour.
Test Report 10: With a Tridente 19S with 580 kg boat weight, a 50 hp outboard motor will achieve a maximum speed of 48 kilometers per hour.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power 50 hp
Lubrication 4-stroke
Weight 95 kilograms
Starting Electric
Steering Type Remote Control
Gear Forward - Neutral - Reverse
Fuel System Injection
Number of Cylinders 3
Displacement 866 cm3
Maximum Power 37 kW
Full Throttle Operating Range 5000-6000 revolutions per minute
Bore x Stroke 70x75 mm
Trim/Tilt Method Powertrim
Shaft Length L (20'' = 51 centimeters)

Model / MFS50

Type Four-stroke EFI
Maximum output kW (hp) 36.8 (50)
Maximum operating range RPM 5000-6000
Fuel consumption at WOT L/hour (gal/hour) 15.7 (4.15)
Number of cylinders 3
Bore x stroke mm (inch) 70 x 75 (2.75 x 2.95)
Displacement ml (cubic inches) 866 (52.84)
Engine lubrication system Trochoid pump
Starting system Electric starter
Spark plug NGK DCPR6E
Ignition timing Electronically advanced
Alternator output 12V 252W 21A
Engine oil Tohatsu 4-stroke engine oil
Engine oil capacity L (gal) 2.4 (0.63) with filter change
Fuel tank capacity L (gal) 25 (6.6)
Speed control Multifunction tiller handle or remote control
Gear ratio 2.08 (13:27)
Emission compliance EU & EPA & CARB 3-star

The transom height of the boat determines the shaft length of the outboard motor. Measure from the point where the engine hangs down to the bottom. If the transom height is around 43 centimeters, you need a short shaft. For a length of 51 centimeters, a long shaft is best. An extra-long shaft is needed for a length of 63 centimeters.

Standard & optional equipment

Type ETS / L EGL

Electric starter ● ●

Decompression release ● ●

Lanyard for engine kill switch ● ●

Alternator ● ●

Rectifier ● ●

Power tilt ● -

Gas-assisted tilt - ●

Transom 15/20 20

Propeller ● ●

Analog tachometer ○ ○

Analog Trim Meter ○ ○

Remote control box ○ ○

Multifunction tiller handle ○ ○

25 L (6.6 gal) plastic fuel tank. ● ●

Tool kit ● ●

Emergency start rope ● ●

Spare spark plugs ● ●

Owner's manual ● ●

● Standard ○ Optional

VERSIONS:
- ETS: E: electric start, T: remote control and power trim, S: short shaft. For steering wheel operation, both single-cable and hydraulic. With power trim, you can electronically optimize the trim angle for improved acceleration, higher speed, and stable handling. Also useful for trailering.
- ETL: E: electric start, T: remote control and power trim, L: Long shaft or W: in Beluga White color.
  For steering wheel operation, both single-cable and hydraulic.
  With power trim and tilt, you can optimize the tilt angle of the engine at the push of a button. The trim meter quickly tells you if the engine angle is correct. Then you accelerate faster, sail smoother, faster, more fuel-efficiently, more stably, and, above all, more safely. Also useful for trailering.
- EFTS (short shaft) (W) EFTL (long shaft) tiller/helm version with Big Multi Tiller B handle (see images). This provides electric start and power trim for the outboard motor without requiring a steering function with remote control.
  - Ergonomically designed shift lever.
  - Longer throttle grip with 110-degree rotation for maneuverability.
  - Throttle Friction feature for fine-tuning tiller comfort.
  - Steering Co-Pilot for steering control.
  - Warning lights, key switch, and tilt and trim switch (in the grip) easily accessible.
  - Available in Aqua Blue color, Article number 3KYQ63000-6, or Beluga White, Article number 3KYW63000-6.

Includes:
- At Marinaut, it does include:
  - Rigging cord kit B standard vertical mounting panel without switch box/remote control (article number 3YU-84556-1).
    - tachometer*
    - trim meter**
    - wiring harness
    - ignition switch
    - kill switch
    - communication cable kit.
    - or on request Side mount kit B Side mount control box with mounting kit, tachometer, trim meter, wiring harness with ignition switch and kill switch, communication cable kit (article number 3UH-84555-1).
  - propeller: standard 11.1 diameter, 14 pitch. a medium to sporty pitch. It is ideal for boats that are not extremely heavy and where you want to achieve a good top speed. Other pitches on request.
  - 24-liter fuel tank.
  - engine oil.
  - delivery inspection.
    - Trim meter* (2" diameter) shows the engine angle for optimal performance and efficiency. Features a domed lens to minimize glare in direct sunlight, a fog and scratch-resistant coating, and a chrome bezel.
    - Tachometer** with a speed of 7,000 rpm (diameter of 10 centimeters) has a chrome bezel and is illuminated for good visibility in the dark. Features a domed lens to minimize glare in direct sunlight and a fog and scratch-resistant coating. The tachometer informs about potential problems, such as low oil pressure, a nearly empty battery, and overheating, via the built-in warning lights.
- Excludes: starting battery, engine oil, and delivery inspection.

Tohatsu 4-stroke advantages:
• Completely new design
• Favorable fuel consumption
• Lightest weight in its class, starting from 94.5kg
• Ultra Low-emission, U.S. EPA and CARB approved

Performance and easy to operate

• Electronic fuel injection
• Inductive ignition system for faster starting
• Large alternator and rectifier 21 amp
• New and improved gear ratio, improved traction and torque
• Adjustable steering friction for reducing steering effort
• Power trim & tilt

Essential for ease of use and reliability
• Exhaust through propeller for a quieter outboard motor
• Thermostat-controlled cooling system for controlled engine temperature
• Water flushing system for easy routine flushing
• Stainless steel water pump housing for excellent durability
• High-grade aluminum alloy offering ultimate corrosion protection
• Zinc coating on internal water passages for superior corrosion resistance
• External 25-liter fuel tank with engine connection and hose
• Variable Idle Control (650 to 950 rpm)*
• Aluminum propeller
• Includes trim meter
• Includes electronic tachometer

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

* Certain models
** Remote-controlled models

FEATURES

SOHC 9-valve and roller rockers
SOHC with unique 9-valve design with roller rockers provide minimal friction and offer faster throttle response, more durable against wear.

Variable idle system
allows the trolling speed (RPM) to be adjusted in four levels from 650 rpm to 950 rpm (100 rpm each) using the key switch.

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

Audio-visual warning system
The tachometer informs the operator of potential problems, such as low oil pressure, a low battery, and overheating, via the built-in warning lights. (For models equipped with a tachometer)

Trim meter

Trimeter (2" diameter) shows the engine's angle for optimal performance and efficiency. Features a domed lens to minimize glare in direct sunlight, a fog and scratch-resistant coating, and a chrome bezel.

Tachometer

The 7,000 RPM tachometer (4-inch diameter) has a chrome bezel and is illuminated for clear viewing in the dark. It features a domed lens to minimize glare in direct sunlight and a fog and scratch-resistant coating.

The tachometer informs the operator of potential issues such as low oil pressure, a nearly flat battery, and overheating via its built-in warning lights.

WHY TOHATSU

Tohatsu from Japan has been around for over 100 years and produces over 200,000 outboard motors annually. TOHATSU is the largest outboard motor manufacturer in the world.
Tohatsu has over 10 percent market share in the Netherlands and is growing fastest in market share in the Netherlands. For models up to 30 hp, it already has over 20% market share!
Did you know that Mercury even has Tohatsu manufacture its outboard motors up to 30 hp? The only difference is the cowl and the price.
The Tohatsu BFT models from 150 hp upwards have, however, been re-branded Hondas since 2014. So, you get a reliable Honda engine at a Tohatsu price.

Tohatsu engines have the highest quality and a lower price than other A brands. Tohatsu is also the only brand that exclusively produces outboard motors, so it has truly specialized.
Tohatsu pays great attention to the appearance of its outboard motors, and this is reflected in this model. The look is tough and robust. Underneath the beautifully streamlined cowling, you'll find the trusted Tohatsu technology, developed for years of boating pleasure with minimal maintenance.
The Tohatsu engine is user-friendly in all respects. For example, the oil filter is positioned so that you can easily replace it yourself. The lubrication of your outboard motor is optimal thanks to the generous oil reservoir. By applying the proven Tohatsu electronic injection system, your engine starts quickly, and the throttle response is fast. The rpm can be smoothly regulated.
Your newly purchased Tohatsu outboard motor comes with a full 5-year factory warranty.

Tohatsu always performs well in comparative 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.
- ANWB 'Waterkampioen' also conducted an Outboard Motor Test. The Tohatsu 6 hp emerged as the winner based on weight, noise, and ease of use, among other factors. According to ANWB, it is best to buy a Tohatsu 6 HP outboard motor.
- Boote-Magazin.de also tested the Tohatsu MFS115 A: impressive result due to the best torque-to-weight ratio and higher top speed. Due to its small displacement, the Tohatsu is also extremely fuel-efficient.
Most models are available from stock!

That's why Tohatsu is the best outboard motor.

Tohatsu pays great attention to the appearance of its outboard motors, and this is reflected in this model. The look is tough and robust. Underneath the beautifully streamlined cowling, you'll find the trusted Tohatsu technology, developed for years of boating pleasure with minimal maintenance. The engine is user-friendly in all respects. For example, the oil filter is positioned so that you can easily replace it yourself. The lubrication of your outboard motor is optimal thanks to the generous oil reservoir. By applying the proven Tohatsu electronic injection system, your engine starts quickly, and the throttle response is fast. The rpm can be smoothly regulated.

WARRANTY & DELIVERY TIME

Your newly purchased Tohatsu outboard motor comes with a 5-year full factory warranty. This provides solid assurance for carefree boating. You will receive the warranty certificate with your purchase. Technical defects that occur within the warranty period and are covered by the warranty conditions will be rectified free of charge.