Simplicity lawn tractors

Simplicity FC 16

The Simplicity FC 16 is a front-mount mower lawn tractor produced from 1995 to 1997. It features a 16 hp Vanguard 480cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel manual steering. The tractor has a wheelbase of 40 inches and weighs 633 lbs. It offers front PTO with an electric clutch and supports 42 and 48 inch front-mount mower decks. The FC 16 is designed for efficient lawn mowing with mechanical band brakes and an open operator station.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Simplicity FC 16

Tires

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

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Vanguard 303777
Cooling	air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Starter	electric
Cylinders	2-cylinder
Fuel tank	2 gal (7.6 L)
Air cleaner	paper element with foam pre-cleaner
Bore/Stroke	2.68x2.60 inches (68 x 66 mm)
Displacement	480 cc (29.3 ci)
Oil capacity	1.75 qts (1.7 L)
Power (gross)	16 hp (11.9 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) total
Weight	633 lbs (287 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	16

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 produced	1995 - 1997

Attachments

42 inch front-mount mower deck	42 inches (106 cm) cutting width, total width 57.5 inches (146 cm), 3-blade, cut height 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm), weight 147 lbs (66 kg)
48 inch front-mount mower deck	48 inches (121 cm) cutting width, total width 63.5 inches (161 cm), 3-blade, cut height 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm), weight 156 lbs (70 kg)

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