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Simplicity FC 16

Simplicity FC 16 tractor
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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)

Transmission

Type:belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:electric
PTO type:independent
PTO location:Front PTO

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Model:16FCH48