Description
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DEFS Outboard Motor
The Tohatsu 20hp outboard motor model MFS20DEFS with its 15 inch shaft and tiller steering delivers performance, reliability and convenience with either manual rope or electric start. The 20 hp Tohatsu engine is an excellent source of power for medium to larger sized aluminum fishing boats, skiffs, and inflatables as well as heavier sailboats.
Standard features on this single carb water cooled engine include Forward, Neutral and Reverse shift lever on the front of the motor, an external 3.1 gallon gas tank and Tohatsu’s 5 year warranty.
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DEFS Outboard Motor
Electric Start + 12V 145W 12A Alternator
Advanced Digital CD Ignition System
Low Oil Pressure Warning System
ESG Over Rev RPM Limiter
High Grade Marine Alloy Construction
Stainless Steel Water Pump Housing
Zinc Coated Water Passages
Easy to Replace Canister Style Oil Filter
Sacrificial Zinc Anodes + Trim Tab
Forward-Mounted Gear Shift Lever
Twist-Grip Throttle with Tension Control
Adjustable Steering Friction Setting
Full Thru-Cowl Manual Start Retained
Tuned Intake for Crisp Acceleration
Carburetor Accelerator Pump
Start-In-Gear Protection
Thermostatically Controlled Cooling
Advanced Cross Flow Induction System
Shallow Water Drive; 6 Trim Positions
Quiet Through-the-Propeller Exhaust
3.1 Gallon Fuel Tank / Fuel Line
Safety Lanyard Cut-Off Switch
Operating Manual & Emergency Tool Kit
Tohatsu 5-Year Warranty
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DEFS Outboard Motor
Model MFS20DEFS
Model Year 2017
SKU MFS20DEFS-17
Weight 120.5000
Manufacturer Tohatsu
Country of Manufacture Japan
Horsepower 20hp
Shaft Length 15″ (Short)
Steering Tiller
Starting Electric
Trim & Tilt Manual
Fuel Delivery Carburetor
Fuel Tank External
Cylinder(s) 2
Displacement 351 cc (21.41 cubic inches)
Bore and Stroke 61 x 60 mm (2.40 x 2.36 inches)
Full Throttle RPM Range 5,400-6,100 RPM
Ignition System Digital CD Ignition
Induction Scavenging SOHC
Valves per Cylinder 2
Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane)
Fuel Tank / Fuel Line 3.1 Gal. Fuel Tank + Quick Connect Fuel Line
Oil Type SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 (SF, SG, SH, SJ)
Oil Capacity 1 Quart (1000 ml)
Lubrication Wet Sump
Alternator 12V 145W 12A (standard on elec. start models)
Cooling System Water-Cooled, Thermostatically Controlled
Saltwater Rated Yes
Gear Ratio 2.15:1
Gear Shift Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front mount shifter)
Propeller 9.2″ Dia. X 9.8″ Pitch 3-Blade Aluminum
Internal Battery No
2017 Tohatsu 20 HP MFS20DEFS Outboard Motor
What’s in the box?
Fuel Tank (3.1 gallon)
Quick Connect Fuel Line
Aluminum Propeller
Owner’s Manual & Tool Kit
Tohatsu 5-Year Warranty (Ref f2fc99)



