
Tohatsu MFS25CS 25HP C-Series Manual Start 15″ Motor
The Tohatsu MFS25CS pairs a 526cc three-cylinder SOHC powerhead with a 2.17:1 gearcase, built for dependable wilderness trolling on a 15-inch shaft. It charges at 15 Amps.
- 526cc powerhead delivers 25 HP output
- Manual recoil start requires zero battery
- 2.17:1 gearcase optimizes water thrust delivery
- Shallow water settings aid beach landing
- 15-inch shaft suits compact utility hulls
The Tohatsu MFS25CS is a 25hp electronic fuel injection outboard designed with a 15-inch short shaft for short-transom aluminum skiffs and light crabbing boats requiring pull-start tiller operations. Harnessing a compact 0.53-liter 526cc inline 3-cylinder SOHC 6-valve powerhead provides an torque curve capable of lifting small jon boats out of muddy shallows completely down the riverway. At 158 lbs of dry weight, this engine adds substantial ballast stabilization to the transom while maintaining structural balance across inflatable rib configurations matching 12-to-16-foot hulls.
Its 5000 to 6000 RPM range is how this C-Series midrange engine sustains cruising speeds across long transport distances. The robust 2.17:1 gear ratio translates pure rotational power into immediate thrust to drive specialized pitch propellers efficiently through shallow river currents. Engineered with dependable Japanese manufacturing reliability, this marine power plant undergoes exhaustive field testing to handle punishing everyday conditions year after year without failure.
Advanced Inline 3 Midrange Engine Architecture
The 526cc inline 3-cylinder engine block configuration delivers thermal efficiency by optimizing combustion chamber heat dissipation during prolonged wide-open throttle operation. This specific propulsion platform maintains exceptionally stable operating temperatures through internal water jackets under severe utility vessel pressures.
Precision Electronic Fuel Delivery Systems
Electronic fuel injection systems inject precise fuel volumes directly into each cylinder to is designed to support crisp throttle response and a superior hole-shot acceleration profile across coastal flats. This engineering approach reduces overall consumption rates across variable cruising velocities on extended crabbing trips over open inland wetlands.
Standard Clockwise Rotation Mechanical Propulsion
Standard clockwise gearcase mechanics isolate steering torque entirely on short-transom aluminum skiffs by rotating the prop cleanly along the central tracking alignment. This strategic balancing technique improves directional tracking stability dramatically when piloting across treacherous crosscurrent wind chops.
Rigorous Portable Powerhead Maintenance Guidelines
A standard 5-year limited warranty backs this flagship portable platform to helps support comprehensive multi-season operational coverage. Saltwater marine propulsion units require consistent inspections to protect internal seals from hidden fishing line damage.Maintenance note: Follow the manufacturer’s service procedures and lubrication specifications for the engine and gearcase.
Product Specifications
Tohatsu MFS25CS 25HP C-Series Manual Start 15" Motor Specs
| Brand | Tohatsu |
|---|---|
| Full Model Code | MFS25CS |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Engine Family/Series | MFS Midrange (C-Series) |
| Engine Type | Inline 3-Cylinder 4-Stroke SOHC 6-Valve |
| Displacement | 0.53 Liters / 526 cc |
| Horsepower | 25 HP / 18.4 kW |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 - 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Alternator Output | 15 Amps / 12V 180W |
| Gear Ratio | 2.17:1 |
| Shaft Length | S (15") |
| Dry Weight | 71.5 kg / 158 lbs |
| Bore x Stroke | 61.0 mm x 60.0 mm |
| Starting & Steering System | Manual Start & Tiller Handle Control |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Manual Trim & Tilt (with Shallow Water Settings) |
| Oil Capacity | 1.8 Liters (with filter) |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 5 Years Limited |
| Application | Short-transom aluminum skiffs, light crabbing boats, small jon boats, and inflatable rib configurations (12-16 ft hulls) |
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