Simplicity SunStar 18

The Simplicity SunStar 18 is a tractor produced by Simplicity Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 569 cc 34.75 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW; Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Sunstrand 15. Operating weight: 825 lbs 374 kg.

Overview

	1987 - 1997 SunStar SeriesGarden tractor SunStar Series Garden tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Simplicity
Garden tractor
Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA
Original price	$6,049 (1990 )
	$6,300 (1991 )
	$6,850 (1993 )

Simplicity SunStar 18 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
	hydraulic power optional
Mechanical drum brakes
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	0 OptOptional

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type	2000 OptOptional
Front PTO	independent
Clutch	electric
Front PTO Type	pulley

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	51 inches 129 cm
Weight	825 to 1003 pounds
Front tire	16x6.50-8
Rear tire	23x10.5-12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	flywheel alternator
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	400
Battery volts	12

References
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1987, by Simplicity
The Professional Line published in 1989, by Simplicity
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1990, by Simplicity
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1992, by Simplicity
Tractors & Riding Mowers published in 1995, by Simplicity
Tractors & Riding Mowers published in 1996, by Simplicity
1990 Pocket Price List published in 1989, by Simplicity
1991 Pocket Price List published in 1990, by Simplicity
1993 Price List published in 1992, by Simplicity
1996 Dealer Prduct Guide published by Simplicity
1997 Spring Product Guide published in 1996, by Simplicity
SunStar published in 1986, by Simplicity
Operator's Manual Front End Loader No's: 1691309 (1700450)

Engine

Engine options
18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline
18HP Vanguard 569cc 2-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler M18
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled opposed-twin
Full-pressure lubrication. The Kohler was used through the 1994 model year.
Displacement	691 cc 42.18 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.125x2.75 inches 79 x 70 mm
Power (gross)	18 hp 13.4 kW
Air cleaner	dual element
Compression	6.0:1
Rated RPM	3400
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.5 qts 1.4 L
Sparkplug	Champion RV15YC
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches 0.635 mm

Engine Detail — 569 cc / 34.75 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Vanguard 350447
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled
The Briggs Vanguard was replaced the Kohler in 1995 and was used through the end of production.
Displacement	569 cc 34.75 ci
Bore/Stroke	2.83x2.75 inches 72 x 70 mm
Power (gross)	18 hp 13.4 kW
Air cleaner	dual element
Rated RPM	3600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.75 qts 1.7 L

Transmission

Transmission — Sunstrand 15

Transmission	Sunstrand 15
Type	shaft-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity	6 qts 5.7 L
Oil type	ATF F
Peerless 2600 transaxle.

	ATF F

Simplicity SunStar 18 Transmission

Dimensions

Simplicity SunStar 18 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.50-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.5-12

Dimensions
Wheelbase	51 inches 129 cm
Length	78 inches 198 cm
Width	38.25 inches 97 cm
Height (steering wheel)	47 inches 119 cm
Weight	825 lbs 374 kg
	1003 lbs (with 48-inch deck) 454 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
48" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Front-end loader
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.

Photos

Simplicity SunStar 18 tractor photo