Simplicity 9523
The Simplicity 9523 is a tractor produced by Simplicity. It is equipped with a 77.1 ci 1.3 L engine. The rated power output is 23 hp 17.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 1825 lbs 827 kg.
Engine Power
23 hp
17.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7 gal
26.5 L
Transmission
12 forward and 3 reverse
Operating Weight
1825 lbs
827 kg
Simplicity 9523 Serial Number & Year Decoder
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Overview
![]() | 1978 - 1983
9500 SeriesCompact Utility tractorHinomoto built |
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1978 - 1983 | |
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built | |
1978 - 1983 | |
|---|---|
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built |
Production | |
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Distributor | Simplicity |
Manufacturer | Hinomoto |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Osaka, Japan | |
Variants | |
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5020 | similar Allis Chalmers model |
E230 | similar Hinomoto model |
Simplicity 9523 Engine | |
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Toyosha 1.3L 2-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Simplicity 9523 Power | |
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Engine | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 21 hp
15.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Manual steering | |
Drum brakes | |
Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 7 gal
26.5 L |
Hydraulic system | 5.5 gal
20.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 5.5 gal
20.8 L |
Total flow | 5.44 gpm
20.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | continuous |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@2320 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 59.8 inches
151 cm |
Weight | 1825 lbs
827 kg |
Front tire | 4.00x12 |
Rear tire | 9.5x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | Hitachi LR115-58 alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Charging volts | 12 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 70 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual 5020-5030 9523-9528 (2097132) published in 1978 | |
Operator's Manual Model 9523 (1664410) published in 1977 |
Engine
![]() | 1978 - 1983
9500 SeriesCompact Utility tractorHinomoto built |
|---|---|
1978 - 1983 | |
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built | |
1978 - 1983 | |
|---|---|
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built |
Engine Detail — 77.1 ci / 1.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Toyosha S126 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 77.1 ci
1.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.62x3.74 inches
92 x 95 mm |
Power | 23 hp
17.2 kW |
Fuel system | Kiki NP-PE injection pump |
Air cleaner | dry element |
Compression | 23:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Idle RPM | 750-2750 |
Firing order | 1-2 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 5.3 qts
5.0 L |
Oil capacity | 5 qts
4.7 L |
Oil change | 100 h |
Transmission
![]() | 1978 - 1983
9500 SeriesCompact Utility tractorHinomoto built |
|---|---|
1978 - 1983 | |
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built | |
1978 - 1983 | |
|---|---|
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built |
Transmission options | |
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8-speed unsynchronized gear | |
12-speed unsynchronized gear |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 215mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 22 qts
20.8 L |
Oil type | Type 1685092 |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears or range. | |
With 11.2x24 rear tires. | |
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Type 1685092 |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 3 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 12 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | 215mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 22 qts
20.8 L |
Oil type | Type 1685092 |
Four gears, plus reverse, with high, low, and creeper ranges. | |
With 11.2x24 rear tires. | |
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Type 1685092 |
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Dimensions
![]() | 1978 - 1983
9500 SeriesCompact Utility tractorHinomoto built |
|---|---|
1978 - 1983 | |
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built | |
1978 - 1983 | |
|---|---|
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built |
Simplicity 9523 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00x12 |
Ag rear | 9.5x24 |
11.2x24 | |
Lawn/turf front | 20x8.00-10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13.6-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 59.8 inches
151 cm |
Length | 98.9 inches
251 cm |
Width | 48 inches
121 cm |
Shipping weight | 1825 lbs
827 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 12.6 inches
32 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 14 inches
35 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 13.4 inches
34 cm |
Front tread | 37.4/44.1 inches
94/112 cm |
Rear tread | 37/41.7 inches
93/105 cm |
Simplicity 9523 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 51.3 inches
130 cm |
Hood | 42.7 inches
108 cm |
Exhaust | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Attachments
![]() | 1978 - 1983
9500 SeriesCompact Utility tractorHinomoto built |
|---|---|
1978 - 1983 | |
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built | |
1978 - 1983 | |
|---|---|
9500 Series | |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Hinomoto built |
60" Mower deck | |
|---|---|
Type | rear-mount Simplicity |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Photos
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