5 hp outboard test: Tohatsu MFS5DD (€ 1,639)

The narrow lid gives it a compact appearance. It is the most powerful motor in the test

The gearstick is located at the front of the carrying handle, just like on the Mercury

The integral tank at the front of the engine has a capacity of 1.2 litres, which gives the very economical engine a good range

The second handle makes carrying and attaching much easier

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Photo: YACHT/J. Fietze

Almost identical in construction to the Mercury F5MLH, our test Tohatsu performed even better and was more economical. Extras such as the additional carrying handle score points

The Tohatsu MFS5DD is part of a Comparative tests in the 5 hp outboard class

The engine is almost identical to the Mercury F5MLH, but has a different cover and an additional handle at the rear, which makes it easier to carry and, above all, to lift over the railing. With a 1.2-litre tank and a full-throttle range of 20 kilometres, the engine is ideal for dinghies.

+ Very economical
+ Fastest motor in the test
+ Highest pulling power at the pile
+ Compact and easy to carry
- No sticker for storage

YACHT rating: ***** (Very good)

Test measured values Tohatsu MFS5DD

Volume was measured at a distance of 1 m from the motor, test load 1 person, bollard pull measurement 0.61 kN

Technical data Tohatsu MFS5DD

cubic capacity:123 cm³
Bore x stroke:59 x 45 mm
Full load speed range:4,500-5,500 rpm
Tank capacity (internal): 1.2 litres
Weight:25.6 kg
Generator:Optional, 5 A
Gear ratio:2,15 : 1
Test propeller:7,8'' x 8
Price:1,639 Euro
Distribution: tohatsu.com

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5 hp outboard test: Tohatsu MFS5DD (€ 1,639)

YACHT rating: ***** (Very good)

Test measured values Tohatsu MFS5DD

Technical data Tohatsu MFS5DD

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