Unmatched in its class, the Tohatsu 9.8hp 4-stroke MFS9.8B has set the standard in portable outboard power! This lightweight Tohatsu boat motor for sale weighs in at barely over the 80 lb mark and has the undeniable characteristics of a true marine champion.
Our Tohatsu 9.8hp 4-stroke MFS9.8B inflatable boat motor is skinny on fuel and big on power while never compromising performance or reliability. It has many features that are usually only found on larger, more expensive outboards. We pack a lot of punch for the buck in this truly unique outboard! In the 10 hp/9.9 hp category, Tohatsu has once again proven itself the leader of the pack with this 9.8 hp 4-stroke.
9.8hp Power Tilt Models Now Available! Tohatsu’s 9.8 hp has a new option. Power Tilt! That’s right, our award-winning 9.8hp engines have an added feature that sets it miles apart from the competition. You can’t beat the power and reliability of Tohatsu’s 9.8hp, and now with the new power tilt option, why would you try anything else?
How Fast Does a 9.8 HP Motor Go?
A 12.3-foot boat (model 380 or similar) with a 9.8-horsepower motor and 1 person on board is capable of speeds up to 20 mph (or 32 km/h).
Are Tohatsu Outboards Reliable?
Yes, Tohatsu outboard motors are known for being some of the most durable and reliable motors on the market. Tohatsu engines are designed to withstand extreme demands and harsh conditions.
Tohatsu 9.8 hp 4-Stroke Benefits
- Light and compact!
- Designed with proven technology
- Available in a wide variety of models
- Greatly reduced vibration for smooth and stable running at all speeds
- Greatly reduced induction noise for a quieter ride
- The trim tab reduces steering effort, functioning also as the sacrificial anode that protects the engine from electrolysis
- Ultra-Low emission, EPA and CARB 3-Star rating approved
Easy Operation and Handling
- Digital CD ignition for easier engine starting, quicker throttle response and smoother trolling
- Manual choke on tiller models, electric choke on remote models
- Recoil starter with larger reel making manual starting fast and easy
- Shallow water drive*
- 6 trim positions*
- Adjustable steering friction for reducing steering effort*
Fundamentals for User Convenience and Reliability
- Through-the-prop exhaust for a quieter ride
- Thermostatically controlled cooling system for consistent engine temperature
- Stainless steel water pump housing liner for outstanding durability
- High-grade marine aluminum alloy that provides the ultimate protection against corrosion
- Zinc coating on internal water passages for superior corrosion resistance
- 3.1 Gallon (12 litre) fuel tank with fuel gauge
- Aluminum propeller