Simplicity Legacy 20
The Simplicity Legacy 20 is a garden tractor produced from 1998 to 2003 by Simplicity in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA. It features a 20 hp Kohler CH20 622cc 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock. The tractor offers an open operator station with optional hard-side weather cab and two-post ROPS. It has a 55 inch wheelbase, weighs 802 lbs, and supports various attachments including mower decks, snowblower, blade, front-end loader, and backhoe. The Legacy 20 is known for its versatility and robust build suitable for lawn and garden tasks.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Simplicity Legacy 20
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler CH20 |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.03x2.64 inches (77 x 67 mm) |
| Displacement | 622 cc (38 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 2.0 qts (1.9 L) |
| Configuration | air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-Twin |
| Power (gross) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 V |
| Compression ratio | 8.5:1 |
Overview
| Series | Legacy Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA |
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Original price | $7,850 (1998), $8,200 (2001) |
| Production years | 1998 - 2003 |
Variants
| 2020H | similar AGCO model |
|---|---|
| 2920H | similar Massey Ferguson model |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 500 |
| Battery volts | 12 V |
| Charging amps | 15 A |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 950 psi (65.5 bar) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 3 gpm (11.4 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Disc brakes |
| Final drives | spur gear |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Hard-side weather cab optional. Two-post ROPS available. |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Attachments
| 60" Blade | front-mount, 60 inches width (152 cm), 16 inches height (40 cm), hydraulic-lift, mechanical-angle, hydraulic-angle Optional |
|---|---|
| 1692932 Loader | built by Kwik Way, 460 lbs lift (full at pin) (208 kg), 900 lbs breakout (408 kg), 45° dump, 17.5 inches reach (dumped) (44 cm), 50 inches reach (ground) (127 cm), 18° rollback (ground line), 79 inches height (at pin) (200 cm), 60 inches clearance (dumped) (152 cm), boom cyl: 1.5 inches (3 cm), boom rod: 1.0 inches (2 cm), bucket cyl: 1.5 inches (3 cm), bucket rod: 1.0 inches (2 cm), weight: 510 lbs (231 kg), bucket width: 48 inches (121 cm) |
| 47" Snow blower | 47 inches width (119 cm), two-stage, front-mount, hydraulic-lift |
| Kwik-Way Backhoe | Weight 690 lbs (312 kg), Transport height 85 inches (215 cm), Bucket width 9 inches (22 cm) and 12 inches (30 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth 78 inches (198 cm), Reach from pivot 123 inches (312 cm), Loading height 84 inches (213 cm), Bucket Rotation 147°, Swing Arc 151° |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48 inches (121 cm) width, total width 62 inches (157 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, cut height 1 to 5 inch (2 to 12 cm) |
| 54" mid-mount mower deck | 54 inches (137 cm) width, total width 65 inches (165 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, cut height 1 to 5 inch (2 to 12 cm) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | 60 inches (152 cm) width, total width 74 inches (187 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, cut height 1 to 5 inch (2 to 12 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | shaft-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Model | Sundstrand 15U |
| Oil type | ATF F |
| Oil capacity | 6 qts (5.7 L) |
| Additional info | Sundstrand 15 hydrostatic with Peerless 2600 transaxle |
| Oil change interval | 400 h |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
|---|---|
| Rear lift capacity | 450 lbs (204 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| Location | Left side of tractor frame, ahead of operator platform. |
|---|
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 44.75 inches (113 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 78.75 inches (200 cm) |
| Weight | 802 lbs (363 kg) |
| Rear tire | 23x10.5-12, 26x12-12 |
| Wheelbase | 55 inches (139 cm) |
| Front tire | 18x8.5-8 |
| Height (ROPS) | 76.5 inches (194 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 8 inches (20 cm) |
| Rear axle diameter | 1.1875 inch (30 mm) |
| Max rear axle capacity | 1800 lbs (816 kg) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 51 inches (129 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent Optional |
|---|---|
| Front PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375), 2000 (1.0) |
| Rear PTO clutch | electric |
| Front PTO clutch | electro-magnetic |
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