Need your help with model #

[wolfgang]

I purchased a 50 hp Johnson ou

I purchased a 50 hp Johnson outboard but I can't identify the year. There is a decal with the serial # 02607089 and model # 18ESLIM. How do I have to use these numbers to find out which model I have?
Thank you for your help!!

 

[jwbmarine]

"your model number--does not f

"your model number--does not fit the hp of eng...pls look again,and verify"

 

[wolfgang]

"OK, I checked the model numbe

"OK, I checked the model number again: 48ESLEIM. It is very hard to read because of scratches over the decal."

 

[jwbmarine]

1991-- 40hp
48ESLEI 40 1991

1991-- 40hp
48ESLEI 40 1991