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Simplicity 400

The Simplicity 400 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1961 to 1964 as part of the Wonder Boy Series. It was built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA, and originally sold for $325 in 1963. It features a 4 hp Briggs & Stratton 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with manual recoil start. The transmission is a belt-driven gear type with 2 forward and reverse speeds. The mower rides on 10x2.50 front tires and 4.00x8 rear tires. Attachments include a 24-inch mid-mount mower deck with a single blade and manual lift, capable of cutting grass at heights from 1.5 to 2.625 inches.
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Power4 hp
Founded24" deck
Model400

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Simplicity 400

Engine

Power:4 hp (3.0 kW)
Cooling:air-cooled
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Fuel type:gasoline
Manufacturer:Briggs & Stratton
Starter type:manual recoil

Dimensions

Rear tire:4.00x8
Front tire:10x2.50

Production

Type:Riding lawn mower
Series:Wonder Boy Series
Built in:Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA
Original price:$325 in 1963
Years produced:1961 - 1964

Attachments

Blade:1-blade with manual lift
Weight:60 lbs (27 kg)
Cut height:1.5 to 2.625 inch (3 to 6 cm)
Cutting width:24 inches (60 cm)
24" Mower deck:24" mid-mount Simplicity

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:2 forward and reverse

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