Simplicity lawn tractors

Simplicity 12FC42

The Simplicity 12FC42 is a front-mount mower lawn tractor produced from 1990 to 1991 as part of the FC Series. It features a 12 hp Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, a 5-speed gear transmission, and a 42-inch front-mount mower deck. The tractor has a wheelbase of 40 inches, weighs 607 lbs, and includes features such as two-wheel drive, manual steering, mechanical band brakes, and an open operator station. Electrical system is 12 volts with a 200 CCA battery and 9 amp charging. The front PTO is independent with an electric clutch. Tires are sized 16x6.5-8 front and 13x5.0-6 rear. Original price was $2,899 in 1990.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Simplicity 12FC42

Tires

Rear	13x5.0-6
Front	16x6.5-8

Engine

Type	gasoline
Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Cooling	air-cooled vertical-shaft
Starter	electric
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Air cleaner	oiled foam
Bore/Stroke	3.44x3.06 inches (87 x 78 mm)
Displacement	465 cc (28.4 ci)
Oil capacity	1.125 qts (1.1 L)
Power (gross)	12 hp (8.9 kW)
Starter volts	12
Oil change interval	25 h

Dimensions

Width	38 inches (96 cm)
Length	64.25 inches (163 cm) Tractor only, 87.25 inches (221 cm) overall
Weight	607 lbs (275 kg)
Wheelbase	40 inches (101 cm)
Height (hood)	26.5 inches (67 cm)
Front axle diameter	.75 inch (19 mm)
Height (steering wheel)	40.5 inches (102 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	200
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	9

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Mechanical band brakes
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Front-mount mower
Series	FC Series
Years made	1990 - 1991
Original price	$2,899 in 1990

Attachments

Type	front-mount Simplicity, 3-blade
Weight	147 lbs (66 kg)
Cut height	1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)
Mower deck	42" front-mount mower deck
Cutting width	42 inches (106 cm)
Overall width	57.5 inches (146 cm)

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