We’ve got an Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale that’s worth a look if you run a small to mid-size boat. It’s the E-TEC E50DPGL in graphite. Light, clean running, and simple to maintain. We’ve tested it here and we ship it worldwide.

Fifty horsepower is one of the most common sizes on the water, so plenty of people are shopping for one. This page should give you everything you need to decide. Specs, real-world performance, boat matches, costs, and how buying from us works. The contents list will take you straight to any section.

If you are still deciding on size, our main Evinrude E-TEC outboard for sale guide compares every horsepower we stock, from 15 to 135 HP.

The E50DPGL in One Paragraph

It’s a 50 horsepower, inline two-cylinder E-TEC direct injection two-stroke. It weighs 240 pounds, has a 20 inch shaft, electric start, power trim and tilt, and remote steering with a tiller option. It’s listed at around $4,360 at the time of writing. That’s a lot of motor for the money, and it’s the reason an Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale in good shape gets snapped up quickly.

Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale: Full Specifications

Engine model	E50DPGL, graphite
Horsepower	50 HP
Engine type	Inline 2-cylinder E-TEC direct injection, 2-stroke
Bore x stroke	3.62 x 2.60 in (92 x 66 mm)
Displacement	52.7 cu in (863 cc)
Gear ratio	2.9:1
Full throttle RPM	5,500 to 6,000 RPM
Weight	240 lbs (109 kg)
Starting	Electric
Controls	Mechanical
Fuel induction	E-TEC direct injection with stratified low RPM combustion
Alternator	81 amps total, 25 amps net dedicated
Steering	Remote (tiller accessory available)
Trim	Power trim and tilt
Trim range	-4 to 16 degrees
Tilt range	65 degrees
Shaft length	20 in (508 mm)
Lubrication	Multi-point targeted oiling
Oil tank	About 1.9 L on-board
Recommended oil	Evinrude/Johnson XD100
Recommended fuel	87 octane
Emissions	EPA, CARB 3 Star, European Union

Two things stand out. The alternator is big for a 50, with 25 net amps for charging batteries and running a fish finder, pumps, and lights. And at 240 pounds, it’s the same weight as the 60 HP version on the same platform, so you’re not carrying extra weight for the power.

Why a 50 HP Makes Sense for So Many Boats

A lot of 15 to 17 foot boats are rated for 50 HP. It’s also a size that many countries treat as a sensible working motor for fishing boats and small commercial skiffs. It’s powerful enough to plane a loaded boat, but it doesn’t burn fuel like a 90 or cost as much to buy.

The E-TEC version brings strong torque down low, so it feels livelier than older 50s. People who’ve been running a tired carbureted two-stroke usually notice straight away how much cleaner and quieter this one is.

How It Feels on the Water

It starts quickly and settles into a smooth idle with no smoke. Put it in gear and push the throttle, and a 16 foot aluminum boat gets up on plane fast, even with two anglers and a cooler.

Cruise in the 3,800 to 4,500 RPM range and it’s relaxed and efficient. At trolling speeds the stratified low RPM mode keeps it running lean and clean for hours without fouling plugs. That’s a big deal for anyone who spends most of the day moving slowly along a shoreline.

Top speed depends entirely on your hull and prop. Tell us your boat and we can give you a rough idea.

Which Boats Suit an Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale?

Always check the capacity plate first for the max horsepower and weight. The U.S. Coast Guard boating safety site explains capacity plates and safe loading clearly.

Good fits for this motor:

14 to 17 foot aluminum fishing boats and bass boats rated for 50 HP
Jon boats and utility boats
Small pontoons, 16 to 18 feet, for relaxed cruising
RIBs and larger inflatables rated for 50 HP
Small fiberglass runabouts and skiffs
Workboats in coastal and lake communities

It has a 20 inch shaft, which fits most of these transoms. Measure yours before ordering and send us the number if you’re unsure.

Real Examples of Where It Ends Up

The weekend angler

A 16 foot aluminum boat with a side console. The owner fishes lakes and slow rivers, trolls a lot, and wants something that starts first time. This is a perfect fit.

The coastal skiff

A fiberglass skiff used for fishing and hauling gear near the coast. The owner values the clean running, the long service intervals, and the fact that parts are shared with the 60 HP.

The small pontoon

A 16 or 17 foot two-tube pontoon on a calm lake. Not a ski boat, just a family cruiser. The 50 handles it comfortably.

The overseas buyer

We ship a lot of these to island and coastal communities. A tested Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale from us, delivered to the nearest port, often costs well below what a new motor sells for locally once duty and freight are added.

What We Check Before Any Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale Ships

Cold start, idle, and warm restart.
Compression on both cylinders.
Evinrude Diagnostics read for hours, faults, and history.
Water pump output and temperature.
Gear oil drained and checked for water or metal.
Shifting through forward, neutral, and reverse.
Trim and tilt tested through the full range.
Visual inspection for corrosion, damage, and wiring issues.

We fix or disclose anything we find. Every Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale from us goes through the same routine.

Why Buy From Us

Tested motors

No guesswork. We run every motor before listing it.

Worldwide delivery

We ship to North America, Europe, Asia, Oceania, Africa, the Middle East, South America, and the Caribbean. The motor is crated properly, and we give you a shipping quote before you commit.

Straight answers

Ask anything through our contact page. You can read what other buyers have said on our reviews page.

Good value

Check the Evinrude 50HP E50DPGL product page for the current price.

Other 50 HP Evinrude Motors We Carry

Evinrude 50 HP E50DPGL, second unit, tested and running
Evinrude 50HP E50DSL, white
Evinrude 50HP E50DGTL, graphite, tiller version

evinrude 50 hp outboard for sale E50DPGL — Evinrude E50DPGL

evinrude 50 hp outboard for sale E50DSL — Evinrude E50DSL

evinrude 50 hp outboard for sale E50DGTL — Evinrude E50DGTL

You can see every Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale we have on the Evinrude 50 HP category page. The 40 HP and 60 HP ranges sit either side, and the full Evinrude collection is here too.

Decoding the Model Code

E Evinrude
50 horsepower
D engine family
P power trim and tilt
G graphite. S means white
L 20 inch shaft

A T in the code, as in E50DGTL, usually means a tiller model. When you compare one Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale with another, those letters tell you how it’s set up without asking.

E-TEC 50 or a 50 HP Four-Stroke?

Reasons to choose the E-TEC

Strong torque off the bottom
Light for its power
No oil changes and no valves to adjust
Service rated at 300 hours or three years under normal use
Big alternator for a motor this size
Lower price for a tested unit

Reasons to choose a new four-stroke

A fresh factory warranty
More dealers in some areas

If you’re fine with basic maintenance, this Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale gives you more for your money.

Propping the E-TEC 50

You want to hit 5,500 to 6,000 RPM at full throttle with your normal load. Can’t reach 5,500? Drop the pitch. Going over 6,000? Go up. Roughly speaking, each inch of pitch changes top RPM by 150 to 200. Aluminum props work fine for most boats. Tell us your hull and we’ll suggest a starting point.

Ownership Costs

Fuel. Efficient, especially at low and mid speeds.

Oil. The on-board tank needs topping up now and then. The engine only meters what it needs.

Maintenance. Plugs, impeller, gear oil, anodes, grease. No oil and filter changes.

Resale. Good E-TECs hold their value because nobody’s making new ones.

How to Check Any Used Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale

Diagnostic report. Hours, usage, stored faults.
Compression. Both cylinders close.
Overheat history. In the log.
Gear oil. Clean, not milky, no metal.
Corrosion. Especially on saltwater motors.
Test run. Easy start, clean idle, strong revs.

We do all of this before shipping.

Why the E-TEC Two-Stroke Runs So Clean

If your idea of a two-stroke is a smoky motor that smells like oil and leaves a slick behind the boat, the E-TEC will change your mind.

Older two-strokes mixed fuel and oil and pushed that mixture through the crankcase. A fair share of it went straight out the exhaust unburned. That’s where the smoke, the smell, and the poor mileage came from.

The E-TEC injects fuel directly into the cylinder at high pressure, and only after the exhaust port has closed. Very little escapes. Oil goes in separately, only where it’s needed, and the engine’s computer decides how much. At low speed the motor switches to a stratified mode, burning a small, rich pocket of fuel right by the spark plug. That’s how it can idle and troll for hours without loading up.

So you get what two-strokes have always been good at, light weight and strong torque, without the old downsides. That’s really the heart of why people look for an Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale instead of settling for something else.

Running It as a Tiller Motor

The E50DPGL leaves the factory set up for remote steering. But Evinrude made a tiller accessory for this platform, and a lot of anglers prefer it. A tiller frees up floor space, lets you fish alone easily, and gives very direct control at low speed.

If you’d rather have a tiller, tell us before you order. We’ll check the parts needed for this exact motor. Some of our other listings, like the E50DGTL, are already tiller models, which can save you the conversion.

A tiller Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale on a 16 foot aluminum boat is honestly one of the nicest simple fishing setups there is.

Salt or Fresh Water

This motor handles both. Evinrude built the E-TEC range with corrosion protection throughout, since plenty of them live on the coast.

In salt water, the habits that matter most are simple. Flush it with fresh water after every trip using the flush port. Rinse the outside, especially around the clamp brackets and steering. Spray a corrosion inhibitor under the cowling now and then. Check the anodes often, since they wear faster in salt.

In fresh water the motor has an easier life, but still flush it now and then if you run in muddy or weedy water, and keep an eye on the tell-tale stream.

Fuel System Habits That Prevent Problems

Most running problems on any outboard start in the fuel. These habits stop almost all of them:

Buy fuel you’ll use soon. Ethanol blends go stale within weeks.
Fit a water-separating filter between the tank and motor if your boat doesn’t already have one.
Keep the tank vent clear. A blocked vent starves the motor.
Check the primer bulb and fuel lines for cracks that let air in.
Use stabilizer before storage and run it through the system.

Look after the fuel and your Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale purchase will reward you with easy starts for years.

40, 50 or 60 HP: Which One Should You Buy?

The E-TEC 40, 50, and 60 share the same two-cylinder platform. They’re the same weight, use the same parts for routine service, and look almost identical. The difference is how much power the engine is tuned to make.

Go with the 40 if your boat is rated for 40 HP, if you mostly troll and putter around, or if local rules limit horsepower on your lake.

Go with the 50 if your boat is rated for 50, if you want a good balance of performance and fuel use, or if you run with two or three people and some gear most of the time. For a lot of 15 and 16 foot boats, this is the sweet spot.

Go with the 60 if your boat is rated for 60 and you often run heavy, or you want quicker planing with a full load.

Since the weight is the same across all three, there’s no penalty for picking the stronger one if your boat allows it. The only rule is to stay within your capacity plate. If you tell us your boat’s rating and how you use it, we’ll tell you straight whether this Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale is the right fit or whether one of the others would suit you better.

What Comes With the Motor

Every unit is a little different, so always check with us before ordering. Normally you get the complete engine, powerhead, midsection, lower unit, and cowling. A propeller comes with some units. Controls, cables, gauges, and harness depend on the listing.

If your boat already has Evinrude controls, you may be able to reuse them. If you’re switching from another brand, you’ll likely need new ones. Tell us what’s on your boat and we’ll give you an honest list of what else you’ll need, so nothing catches you out when your Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale order arrives.

Parts and Support

Evinrude stopped building new outboards in 2020. BRP said it would keep supporting owners with parts and service. The E-TEC 50 shares most parts with the 40 and 60, so the common service items are easy to find from marine suppliers worldwide. For the brand’s background, see this history of Evinrude outboards.

Maintenance That Matters

XD100 oil only.
Fresh water flush after salt.
Fuel stabilizer if it sits.
Tell-tale check every start.
Grease every season.
Anodes replaced at half worn.
Auto winterize before storage.

BoatUS has more general outboard care guides.

Rigging Tips

Start with the anti-ventilation plate level with the bottom of the hull.
Use a decent marine starting battery.
Prop to reach 5,500 to 6,000 RPM.
Use mechanical controls that suit Evinrude, or fit the tiller accessory.
Connect diagnostics after install to confirm the setup.

New to boats? Discover Boating has good beginner guides.

When Your Motor Arrives

Look the crate over before you sign for it. Note and photograph any damage.
Unpack carefully, keeping the motor upright where possible.
Check everything we listed is there.
Mount it, connect controls and the battery.
Fill the oil tank with XD100.
Connect diagnostics to confirm the oil setting.
Start it in the water or on muffs and check for a strong tell-tale.

If anything looks wrong, contact us right away. We’ll help you sort it. We want every Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale we ship to end up on the water.

Ordering Your Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale

Visit the E50DPGL product page and add it to your cart, or message us first.
We confirm the motor and quote shipping.
You pay at checkout.
We crate it, ship it, and send tracking.
You rig it and go.

Please read our refund and return policy and terms and conditions.

Shipping and customs

Around a week for most of North America after dispatch. Overseas, usually sea freight to your nearest port, with air as a faster option. Duties are set by your country, and we provide the customs paperwork.

FAQ: Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale

Is it a two-stroke?

Yes, a clean direct injection two-stroke meeting EPA and CARB 3 Star standards.

Can it run with a tiller?

Yes, with the tiller accessory. Ask us what’s needed.

Do you ship the Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale worldwide?

Yes. Tell us where you are for a quote.

How heavy is it?

240 pounds.

Does it include a prop?

It depends on the unit. We’ll confirm exactly what’s included.

How long will it last?

With good care, 1,500 hours or more is common.

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Final Word on This Evinrude 50 HP Outboard for Sale

Light, strong, and simple to look after, with a big alternator and a price well below new. This Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale suits a huge range of small boats. It’s tested and ready to ship.

If it suits your boat, order before it goes. Questions? Message us and we’ll help.

Buy the Evinrude 50 HP outboard for sale today.

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