Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12

The Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12 is a tractor produced by Deutz Allis Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: Peerless. Operating weight: 490 lbs 222 kg.

Overview

	1987 - 1989 Vanguard SeriesFront-mount mowerSimplicity built Vanguard Series Front-mount mower Simplicity built

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12 is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12G. The following data is from the SunRunner 12G listing.

Production
Distributor	Deutz-Allis
Manufacturer	Simplicity
Front-mount mower

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12 Engine
12HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2 gal 7.6 L
Engine details ...

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Mechanical band brakes
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Front PTO	independent
Clutch	mechanical ilder pulley

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	40 inches 101 cm
Weight	490 lbs 222 kg
Front tire	15x6-6.00
Rear tire	4.1/3.5-4
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
Lawn & Garden Riding Equipment published in 1988, by Deutz-Allis
Operator's Manual FC836 - FC1242 (1700998) published in 1987
Vanguard published in 1986, by Deutz-Allis

Engine

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12 is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12G. The following data is from the SunRunner 12G listing.

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Power	12 hp 8.9 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12 is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12G. The following data is from the SunRunner 12G listing.

Transmission — Peerless

Transmission	Peerless
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12 is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12G. The following data is from the SunRunner 12G listing.

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6-6.00
Lawn/turf rear	4.1/3.5-4

Dimensions
Wheelbase	40 inches 101 cm
Length	64 inches*Tractor only 162 cm
	83.75 inches 212 cm
Width	36 inches 91 cm
Height (steering wheel)	42 inches 106 cm
Height (hood)	24.5 inches 62 cm
Weight	490 lbs 222 kg

Attachments

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12 is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12G. The following data is from the SunRunner 12G listing.

Attachment overview
36" front-mount mower deck
42" front-mount mower deck

Photos

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12 tractor photo