Gilson lawn tractors 872 vs Simplicity 401

Side-by-side specs comparison

Gilson lawn tractors 872

Gilson lawn tractors 872

4 HP · 1967–1970

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Simplicity 401

Simplicity 401

4 HP · 1965–1966

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Gilson lawn tractors 872 and the Simplicity 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
  • The Gilson lawn tractors 872 is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1965 for the Simplicity 401.
  • The Gilson lawn tractors 872 has the wider mower deck: 25" versus 24".

Full specs comparison

Gilson lawn tractors 872Simplicity 401
Power4 HP4 HP
Production years1967–19701965–1966
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight97 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Length119 cm
Mower deck25"24"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Simplicity 401?

The Gilson lawn tractors 872 and the Simplicity 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.

Which is more recent, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Simplicity 401?

The Gilson lawn tractors 872 is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1965 for the Simplicity 401.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Gilson lawn tractors 872 or the Simplicity 401?

The Gilson lawn tractors 872 has the wider mower deck: 25" versus 24".

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