2018 Honda 2.3 Hp BF2.3DHSCH Outboard Motor

Where the DHLCH runs a 20-inch shaft, Honda's 2018 BF2.3DHSCH drops to a 15-inch short shaft on the same 2.3 hp, single-cylinder, 57.2cc platform, aimed at canoes, small tenders, and jon boats rather than a deeper-transom hull. Forced-air cooling, carbureted fuel delivery, and a full-throttle band between 5000 and 6000 rpm carry over unchanged, and this new, China-built motor is rated for saltwater under Honda's 5-year warranty. Why go short A short shaft on too deep a transom buries the propeller further than it should sit, hurting handling; Honda also sells this engine on the 20-inch DHLCH shaft for boats that need the longer reach. The lower unit swivels a full 360 degrees for tight maneuvering, driven through a 2.42:1 gear ratio to a small 3-blade polypropylene propeller. Living with a motor this size Meant to be carried rather than hoisted, this engine starts on a pull cord with transistor ignition and a centrifugal clutch, no battery anywhere in the picture. It still needs clean fuel and the right oil ratio at every fill, especially for an easy first pull after a season in storage, and a small external tank keeps the whole package light. Common questions Will this fit a canoe or small jon boat? Yes. Is it saltwater rated? Yes. What's included? Propeller, manual, tool kit, 5-year warranty. Specifications MODEL BF2.3DHSCH MODEL YEAR 2018 SKU BF2.3DHSCH-18 WEIGHT 29.5000 MANUFACTURER Honda COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE China HORSEPOWER 2.3hp SHAFT LENGTH 15″ (Short) STEERING Tiller STARTING Manual TRIM & TILT Manual FUEL DELIVERY Carburetor FUEL TANK External CYLINDER(S) 1 DISPLACEMENT 57.2 cc (3.49 cubic in) BORE AND STROKE 45 x 36 mm (1.8 x 1.4 inches) FULL THROTTLE RPM RANGE 5,000-6,000 RPM IGNITION SYSTEM Transitorized Pointless INDUCTION SCAVENGING OHV VALVES PER CYLINDER 2 FUEL TYPE Unleaded Gasoline (86 octane) FUEL TANK / FUEL LINE .29 US gal (1.1L) OIL TYPE FC-W 10W-30 OIL CAPACITY Please inquire. LUBRICATION Oil Slinger System ALTERNATOR N/A COOLING SYSTEM Forced Air SALTWATER RATED YES GEAR RATIO 2.42:1 GEAR SHIFT 360 Degree Pivot PROPELLER 7-1/4″ Dia. x 4-3/4″ Pitch 3-Blade Polypropylene INTERNAL BATTERY NO