AGCO lawn tractors

AGCO 1718H

The AGCO 1718H is a garden tractor produced from 2002 to 2004, part of the 1700 Series and built by Simplicity. It is powered by an 18 hp Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 569cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor features a Tuff Torq K66 belt-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds. It has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. Dimensions include a 53 inch wheelbase, 75 inch length, 39 inch width, and 47 inch height, weighing 586 lbs. The tractor uses 16x6.5-8 front tires and 23x10.5-12 rear tires. Optional equipment includes a sleeve hitch, independent mid PTO with electric clutch, and various attachments such as mid-mount mower decks (44", 50", 54"), a 42" blade, and a 42" snow blower. Electrical system includes a 16 amp charger, 340 CCA battery, and 12 volts. The AGCO 1718H is essentially the same as the Simplicity Conquest 18H model.
Power18 hp
Founded44/50" deck
Model1718H

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for AGCO 1718H

Engine
Typegasoline
BrandBriggs & Stratton Vanguard
Starterelectric
Cylinders2-cylinder
Fuel tank4 gal (15.1 L)
Air cleanerdual dry element
Bore/Stroke2.83x2.75 inches (72 x 70 mm)
Displacement569 cc (34.75 ci)
Oil capacity1.75 qts (1.7 L)
Configurationair-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross)18 hp (13.4 kW)
Starter volts12
General
TypeGarden tractor
Series1700 Series
Built bySimplicity
DistributorAGCO
Original price$4,799 in 2003
Production years2002 - 2004
Electrical
Battery CCA340
Battery volts12
Charging amps16
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
References
SourceLawn & Garden Equipment published in 2004, by AGCO
Attachments
42" BladeSimplicity 1693754, front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm), Angling 30°
42" Snow blowerSimplicity 1694144, 42 inches width (106 cm), front-mount
44" mid-mount mower deckSimplicity 1694038, 44 inches (111 cm), Total width: 56 inches (142 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1.25 to 3.75 inch (3 to 9 cm), 112 lbs (50 kg)
50" mid-mount mower deckSimplicity 1694039, 50 inches (127 cm), Total width: 62 inches (157 cm), Cut height: 1.25 to 3.75 inch (3 to 9 cm), 125 lbs (56 kg)
54" mid-mount mower deckSimplicity 1694040, 54 inches (137 cm), Total width: 64 inches (162 cm), 3-blade, Cut height: 1.25 to 3.75 inch (3 to 9 cm), 180 lbs (81 kg)
Transmission
Typebelt-driven hydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
ModelTuff Torq K66
Oil capacity2.6 qts (2.5 L)
Transmission typehydrostatic
Tractor hitch
Typesleeve hitch Optional
Dimensions & Tires
Width39 inches (99 cm)
Height47 inches (119 cm)
Length75 inches (190 cm)
Weight586 lbs (265 kg)
Rear tire23x10.5-12
Wheelbase53 inches (134 cm)
Front axleCast-iron
Front tire16x6.5-8
Max rear axle697 lbs (316 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectric
Mid PTOindependent