Simplicity FC 16

The Simplicity FC 16 is a tractor produced by Simplicity Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 480 cc 29.3 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 633 lbs 287 kg.

Overview

	1995 - 1997 FC SeriesFront-mount mower FC Series Front-mount mower

Production
Manufacturer	Simplicity
Front-mount mower

Simplicity FC 16 Engine
16HP Vanguard 480cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2 gal 7.6 L
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Simplicity FC 16 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	electric

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	40 inches 101 cm
Weight	633 lbs 287 kg
Front tire	16x6.5-8
Rear tire	13x5.0-6
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	16
Battery CCA	200
Battery volts	12

References
The Professional Line published in 1989, by Simplicity
Tractors & Riding Mowers published in 1995, by Simplicity
Tractors & Riding Mowers published in 1996, by Simplicity
1996 Dealer Prduct Guide published by Simplicity
1997 Spring Product Guide published in 1996, by Simplicity

Engine

Engine Detail — 480 cc / 29.3 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Vanguard 303777
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement	480 cc 29.3 ci
Bore/Stroke	2.68x2.60 inches 68 x 66 mm
Power (gross)	16 hp 11.9 kW
Air cleaner	paper element with foam pre-cleaner
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.75 qts 1.7 L
Oil change	25 h

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse belt-driven hydrostatic

Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Simplicity FC 16 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	13x5.0-6

Dimensions
Wheelbase	40 inches 101 cm
Length	64.25 inches*Tractor only 163 cm
	87.25 inches 221 cm
Width	38 inches 96 cm
Height (steering wheel)	40.5 inches 102 cm
Height (hood)	26.5 inches 67 cm
Weight	633 lbs 287 kg
Front axle	.75 inch diameter 19 mm

Attachments

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

Photos

Simplicity FC 16 tractor photo