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Simplicity 12FC42

Simplicity 12FC42 tractor
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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)

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:5 forward and 1 reverse

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electric
Front PTO:independent

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