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Simplicity 4040

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Introduction

Discover the reliable Simplicity 4040 garden tractor, a workhorse from 1972 built in Port Washington, Wisconsin. This tractor features a robust 16 hp engine with a 3600 rated RPM, ensuring efficient power for all your landscaping needs. The air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin engine is paired with a Marvel-Schebler downdraft carburetor and a paper element air cleaner for optimal performance. Equipped with a 60-inch mower deck, this Simplicity 4040 is ready for extensive lawn care. It boasts a two-wheel drive mechanical system with manual steering and disc brakes for dependable operation. Experience smooth control with its hydrostatic transmission, offering infinite forward and reverse speeds across three ranges. The tractor also includes an independent rear PTO and front PTO, adding versatility to its capabilities.

Introduction

Production Information of Simplicity, 4040

The production information of the tractor (4040) includes details about its manufacturing.

Garden tractor

Built in Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA


Manufacturer	Simplicity

Dimension and Tires Information of Simplicity, 4040

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Ground clearance	15 inches [38 cm]
Wheelbase	56 inches [142 cm]
Height (steering wheel)	48 inches [121 cm]
	56.5 inches (max) [143 cm]
Length	83 inches [210 cm]
Rear tread	29.2 inches [74 cm]
Shipping weight	1300 lbs [589 kg]
Width	43.3 inches (min) [109 cm]


Ag front	4.00x12
Lawn/turf rear	29x12.50-15
Ag rear	8x16
Lawn/turf front	20x8-10

Engine Specifications of Simplicity, 4040

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Air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin


Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches [0.635 mm]
Sparkplug	Champion H-8
Fuel system	Marvel-Schebler downdraft carburetor
Point gap	0.020 inches [0.508 mm]
Compression	7:1
Rated RPM	3600
Air cleaner	Paper element
Displacement	816 cc [49.8 ci]
Power (gross)	16.5 hp [12.3 kW]
Oil capacity	3.5 qts [3.3 L]
Oil change	50 h
Bore/Stroke	3.25x3.00 inches [83 x 76 mm]
Starter volts	12
Intake valve clearance	0.007 inches [0.178 mm]
Exhaust valve clearance	0.016 inches [0.406 mm]
Starter	Electric
Idle RPM	1200-3850

Transmission Information of Simplicity, 4040Y

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Transmission variants 1

Three-speed gear shift with hydrostatic transmissions. Hydrostatic must be in neutral to shift, although use of the foot clutch is not required or recommended.


Transmission	Sundstrand 15
Oil capacity	6 qts [5.7 L]
Type	Hydrostatic
Gears	Infinite forward and reverse (3-range)

Mechanical Specs of Simplicity, 4040Y

This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.

Two-wheel drive

Open operator station.

Manual steering

Disc brakes

Power Information of Simplicity, 4040Y

Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.


Rear PTO	Independent OptOptional
Clutch	Electric
Front PTO	Independent
Clutch	Electric
Front PTO Type	3600
Rear PTO Type	2000