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Tohatsu M50: specifications

The Tohatsu M50 is an outboard rated at 50 hp with inline three-cylinder architecture.

Key figures

Power
50hp
Dry weight
72kg
Displacement
697cm³
Alternator output
11A
Indicative price
n/a
Maximum warranty
7years

Sources and technical context

Document year: 2026.

Manufacturer's official documentation. The original document link has not yet been recorded for this page.

Notes and conditions (FR)

Manufacturer's notes (in French)

Technical specifications

Block & combustion

ArchitectureL3
Cylinders3
Cycle2-stroke
Displacement697 cm³
Bore × stroke68 × 64 mm
Compression ration/a
Max rpm5150–5850 rpm
Specific output72 hp/L
Fuel systemCarburateur
Min. fuelRON 91 (87 AKI)

Transmission & gearcase

Gear ratio1,85:1
Propeller configurationRotation standard
Counter-rotating dual propn/a
2-speed gearboxNo
Counter-rotating versionNo
Available shafts15"/20"

Weight & footprint

Dry weight (transom load)72 kg (version la plus légère)
Power-to-weight ratio0.69 hp/kg

Electrical charging

Alternator (max)11 A
Amps per horsepower0.22 A/hp

Control & integration

Digital throttle & shift (DBW)No
ControlCommande à distance ou barre franche
Steeringn/a
Power steeringNo
Docking joystickNo
GPS position holdNo
Direct injectionNo
VTEC (variable timing)No

Cost & warranty

Public pricen/a
Cost per horsepowern/a
Base warranty7 years
Maximum warranty (conditional)7 years

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