Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12H

The Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12H is a tractor produced by Deutz Allis Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.42 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 529 lbs 239 kg.

Overview

	1988 - 1989 Vanguard SeriesFront-mount mowerSimplicity built Vanguard Series Front-mount mower Simplicity built

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12H is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12H. The following data is from the SunRunner 12H listing.

Production
Distributor	Deutz-Allis
Manufacturer	Simplicity
Front-mount mower

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12H Engine
12HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2 gal 7.6 L
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Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12H Transmission
hydrostatic
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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	529 lbs 239 kg
Front tire	15x6-6.00
Rear tire	4.1/3.5-4
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
Lawn & Garden Riding Equipment published in 1988, by Deutz-Allis
Operator's Manual FC1242H (1701134) published in 1987
Vanguard published in 1986, by Deutz-Allis

Engine

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12H is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12H. The following data is from the SunRunner 12H listing.

Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.42 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 281707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	465 cc 28.42 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.44x3.06 inches 87 x 78 mm
Power	12 hp 8.9 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil change	25 h

Transmission

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12H is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12H. The following data is from the SunRunner 12H listing.

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic

Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12H is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12H. The following data is from the SunRunner 12H listing.

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12H 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	529 lbs 239 kg

Attachments

Note: the Deutz-Allis model Vanguard FC12H is the same as the Simplicity SunRunner 12H. The following data is from the SunRunner 12H listing.

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

Photos

Deutz-Allis Vanguard FC12H tractor photo