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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
Tohatsu Outboards 5hp outboard engine delivers outstanding fuel economy and reliability second to none. The Tohatsu 5hp Model MFS5DS comes equipped with a 20 inch shaft (also available in 15″ shaft length) and is a great source of portable power for jon boats, skiffs, and inflatables, as well as auxiliary power for sailboats and “kickers” for larger fishing boats.
FEATURES
Newly designed top and bottom cowls based on Tohatsu Design Philosophy for Marine Products
3-way storage positions without worrying about oil spill
Light and compact
Front mounted shift lever, an industry first in its class
Designed with proven technology
Greatly reduced vibration for smooth and stable running at all speeds
Greatly reduced induction noise for a quieter ride
Ultra-low emission, EPA and CARB 3-Star rating approved
5 Year limited warranty
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MODEL |
MFS5DL |
|---|---|
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MODEL YEAR |
2024 |
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SKU |
MFS5DL |
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WEIGHT |
59.0 lb |
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MANUFACTURER |
Tohatsu |
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COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE |
Japan |
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HORSEPOWER |
5hp |
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SHAFT LENGTH |
20″ (Long) |
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STEERING |
Tiller |
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STARTING |
Manual |
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TRIM & TILT |
Manual |
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FUEL DELIVERY |
Carburetor |
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FUEL TANK |
External |
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CYLINDER(S) |
1 |
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DISPLACEMENT |
123 cc (7.5 cubic inches) |
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BORE AND STROKE |
59 x 45 mm (2.32 x 1.77 inches) |
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FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE |
4,500-5,500 RPM |
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IGNITION SYSTEM |
Digital CD Ignition |
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INDUCTION SCAVENGING |
OHV |
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VALVES PER CYLINDER |
2 |
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FUEL TYPE |
Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane) |
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FUEL TANK / FUEL LINE |
3.1 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line |
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OIL TYPE |
SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 (SF, SG, SH, SJ) |
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OIL CAPACITY |
15 fl. oz. (450 ml) |
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LUBRICATION |
Wet Sump |
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ALTERNATOR |
Optional 12V 60W 5A (installation required) |
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COOLING SYSTEM |
Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled |
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SALTWATER RATED |
Yes |
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GEAR RATIO |
2.15:1 |
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GEAR SHIFT |
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter) |
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PROPELLER |
7.7″ Dia. X 8.0″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum |
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