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Marine Boats Industry to reduce Petroleum-Based Plastics in Outboard Motor Packaging
By Combining Biodegradable Green Planet™ Shipping Material With Specially Shaped Corrugated Cardboard, Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Outboards Will Be Protected While Protecting The Environment.
Marine Outboard Motor SG announced today that outboard motors will soon arrive from Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Motor Company in specialized packaging developed to significantly reduce overall waste and the use of petroleum-based plastics.
This will be achieved through two important changes: First, Outboard Motor is replacing traditional polystyrene foam packing material with Green Planet™, a biodegradable polymer developed by Kaneka Corporation that is easily decomposable in seawater and is made from 100-percent biomass-derived polymers.
Marine Industry News on Jul 14, 2023 8:02:14 AM
What is the one thing every boater looks for in an outboard motor? The lightest weight motor possible. You asked and Tohatsu listened by outfitting the 50hp EFI four stroke with an improved gear case with a lower gear ratio, giving you the increased low end torque your boat needs. This outboard also has variable idling speed control from 650 to 950rpm’s. And the MFS50’s stainless steel water pump housing liner gives you outstanding durability. With the 50hp four stroke’s power to quickly reach your destination, exceptional fuel performance to keep gas costs down and proven electronic fuel injection technology for worry-free boating, you’ve never had a day on the water quite like this.
Key Features
Built-in Freshwater Flushing System
Electronic Fuel Injection
MicroComputer Programmed ignition system for quicker starts
High output 21 amp alternator
New and improved gear case with lower gear ratio for increased low end torque
Adjustable steering friction and trim tab for reducing steering effort
Engine Type: Tohatsu MFS50AETS Four Stroke
Horsepower: 50hp
Cylinders: 3 cyl
Shaft Length: 15" Short
Steering: Tiller or Remote Mechanical
Starter: Electric
Weight: 214 lbs (225 lbs with Tiller)
Full Throttle Range: 5000 - 6000 rpm
Displacement: 866cc
Induction System: EFI
Warranty: Tohatsu 5-Year Warranty
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