Tohatsu MFS3.5CL 3.5HP Outboard – 20in Shaft

Overcoming steep harbor chop requires the extended reach of the 85.5cc Tohatsu MFS3.5CL to keep auxiliary sailboats moving smoothly. The single-cylinder block delivers steady low-end torque, pushing heavy displacement hulls upstream effortlessly against morning currents. Verifying your transom bracket geometry ensures this 20 inch long shaft portable outboard motor fits securely without causing dangerous water pump starvation.

Prevent catastrophic gearcase impacts in shallow creeks by utilizing the manual tilt bracket as an immediate physical lifting mechanism. You simply pull the 19 kg assembly upward to clear submerged stumps and gravel bars instantly. Tohatsu casts the lower unit housing using multi-stage anti-corrosion treatments, establishing a rigid physical barrier against galvanic decay when repowering high-transom sailboats in brackish coastal environments.

Key Features of Tohatsu MFS3.5CL

- 20-Inch Long Shaft: Places the anti-ventilation plate deeply beneath tall auxiliary transoms, preventing water pump starvation in heavy chop.
- 85.5cc Single-Cylinder Block: Produces smooth low-end torque internally, lifting heavy aluminum work boats and large tenders effortlessly.
- Manual Recoil Starting: Strips heavy starter motors and battery cables completely from your boat, maximizing available gear payload capacity.
- 360-Degree Tiller Steering: Concentrates shift and throttle inputs directly into your operating hand, providing instant reverse thrust without a gearbox.
- Manual Tilt Bracket: Features a rigid mechanical lock, safely holding the gearcase out of the water physically while moored at the dock.
- 19 Kilogram Dry Weight: Keeps the transom weight incredibly low, preventing the stern from dragging excessively on small displacement sailboats.
- Integrated 1.0L Fuel Tank: Eliminates external gas tanks and heavy fuel lines, freeing up critical floor space inside small cockpits.
- Carbureted Fuel Induction: Meters gas reliably into the cylinder, providing steady low-RPM operation when navigating no-wake harbor zones.
- Water-Cooled Architecture: Regulates internal block temperatures automatically, preventing thermal shutdowns during long hours of continuous motor-sailing.
- Clean Four-Stroke Combustion: Burns unleaded fuel highly efficiently without messy two-stroke oil mixing, keeping pristine anchorages completely free of surface oil slicks.

Why Choose Tohatsu MFS3.5CL

This specific 20-inch block is built strictly to serve as auxiliary sailboat power or propel high-transom displacement hulls. Mounting it on a standard 15-inch dinghy will cause massive lower unit drag. Installing a reliable long shaft portable outboard motor ensures safe harbor returns.

- Verify your sailboat motor bracket requires exactly a 20-inch vertical shaft drop.
- Ensure the operator possesses the physical strength to lift 19 kilograms safely.
- Avoid toxic exhaust fumes using advanced four-stroke internal lubrication.

Ideal Application and Vessel Fitment

This 20-inch long-shaft configuration is engineered specifically as a primary kicker for small sailboats and auxiliary power for high-transom displacement hulls. The extended midsection ensures the propeller remains deeply submerged when the vessel pitches in steep ocean swells. By utilizing a physical tiller handle and integral fuel tank, captains gain total directional control when docking, making this long shaft portable outboard motor an essential tool for maneuvering heavy sailboats safely through crowded coastal marinas.

Warranty, Support and Maintenance

Authorized recreational operation receives a 5-Year Limited Warranty alongside exceptional factory support. Registered commercial applications fall under a strict 1-Year Limited Warranty with zero corrosion coverage applied to the block. Scheduled maintenance requires replacing gearcase lubricants and checking spark plugs at manual-specified intervals. Always save all physical service records. Your engine serial number acts as the only way to source exact genuine replacement parts. Mulmotor provides product-information support before purchase and assistance with order-related questions.