Tohatsu MFS9.8 Portable Outboard Motor 2026 – 9.8HP Four Stroke

Tohatsu MFS9.8 2026: The Current Featherweight Ten

The 2026 Tohatsu MFS9.8 is the newest build of the engine that made Tohatsu a household name among sailors and kicker users: a 209cc (12.8 cu in) twin producing 9.8 HP (7.2 kW) at 5,000–6,000 rpm, geared 2.08:1 with full Forward-Neutral-Reverse, and built among the lightest in its class. Manual or electric start, shallow water drive, and the Sail Pro variant with extra-long shaft and high-thrust propeller keep it as versatile as ever in the 9.9HP outboard class.

Key Features (2026)

• 209cc twin — 9.8 HP top tune
• Among the lightest in its class
• Sail Pro variant available
• F-N-R gearing; 2.08:1 ratio; manual or electric start

Specifications

• Engine: 2-cylinder four stroke, 209cc (12.8 cu in)
• Bore x Stroke: 55 x 44 mm (2.17 x 1.73 in)
• Horsepower: 9.8 HP (7.2 kW)
• Max Operating Range: 5,000–6,000 rpm
• Starting: Manual or Electric
• Gearshift: Forward-Neutral-Reverse; ratio 2.08:1
• Steering: Tiller
• Fuel: Separate tank, 87 octane unleaded
• Shaft: 15″ (S) / 20″ (L); extra-long on Sail Pro

Benefits & Applications

Current-year light weight for sailboat auxiliaries, kickers, 12–15 ft aluminum boats, and restricted lakes. Rivals: Yamaha F9.9 2026, Honda BF10 2026. EFI upgrade: Tohatsu MFS15 EFI 2026.

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Save with the MFS9.8 2024 or MFS9.8 2025, all Tohatsu Outboards, or the Tohatsu brand guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the 2026 MFS9.8?

$2,750, in stock and ready to ship.

Will it meet a 10 HP lake restriction?

At 9.8 HP it falls under most 10 HP limits, but always confirm the specific rules for your waterway.

Best uses?

Sailboat auxiliary power, kicker/trolling duty, small aluminum boats, and tenders.