Simplicity 17GTH-L
The Simplicity 17GTH-L is a tractor produced by Simplicity Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 808 lbs 366 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Operating Weight
808 lbs
366 kg
Overview
![]() | 1990 - 1992
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Simplicity |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $4,500 in 1991 | |
Simplicity 17GTH-L Engine | |
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17HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
Simplicity 17GTH-L Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | spur gear |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 50.7 inches
128 cm |
Weight | 808 lbs
366 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | flywheel alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 296 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual GTH-L Series (1706297-02) published in 1992 | |
Parts Manual 17GTH-L & 7100 Series (TP-1125-03) published in 1991 | |
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1990, by Simplicity | |
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1992, by Simplicity | |
1991 Pocket Price List published in 1990, by Simplicity |
Engine
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler KT-17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.75 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry element with foam precleaner |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.75 qts
1.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Simplicity 17GTH-L Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 50.7 inches
128 cm |
Length | 70 inches
177 cm |
Width | 36.9 inches
93 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 39.7 inches
100 cm |
Height (hood) | 35.7 inches
90 cm |
Weight | 808 lbs
366 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
Photos
Simplicity Lawn Tractors Simplicity 17GTH-L Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Simplicity Lawn Tractors Simplicity 17GTH-L.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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