Simplicity lawn tractors

Simplicity 7116

The Simplicity 7116 is a garden tractor from the 7100 Series produced from 1979 to 1986. It features a 16 hp Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and is built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA. It offers various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblowers, and blades, making it versatile for lawn and garden tasks.

Power16 hp

Founded42/48" deck

Model7116

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Simplicity 7116

Power

Power rating	16.0hp

Tires

Lawn/turf rear	23x10.50-12
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Briggs & Stratton 326437
Cooling	air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Starter	electric
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Fuel tank	3 gal (11.4 L)
Bore/Stroke	3.5625x3.25 inches (90 x 83 mm)
Displacement	531 cc (32.4 ci)
Power (gross)	16 hp (11.9 kW)
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Width	36.9 inches (93 cm)
Length	70 inches (177 cm)
Wheelbase	50.7 inches (128 cm)
Rear tread	27 inches (68 cm)
Front tread	30 inches (76 cm)
Height (hood)	35.7 inches (90 cm)
Clearance (front axle)	8 inches (20 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	39.7 inches (100 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Production

Series	7100 Series
Built in	Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA
Category	Garden tractor
Years produced	1979 - 1986

Attachments

Blade	46 inches width (116 cm) front-mount
Snowblower	36 inches width (91 cm) front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) front-mount
42" mid-mount mower deck	42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, left-discharge, Cut height: 1.625 to 3.125 inch (4 to 7 cm)
48" mid-mount mower deck	48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, left-discharge, Cut height: 1.625 to 3.125 inch (4 to 7 cm)

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