Compare/Bolens G152 vs Simplicity 9518

Bolens G152 vs Simplicity 9518

Verdict: Bolens G152 vs Simplicity 9518

The Bolens G152 and the Simplicity 9518 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 15 hp. Bolens G152 is the lighter machine (469 kg vs 1,278 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Simplicity 9518 is the newer design (1981 vs 1978). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Tell us about your operation

Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

Bolens

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Simplicity

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

15 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Distributor

BolensReference

SimplicityReference

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

HinomotoReference

Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) with additional high-low range shift. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears and range.Reference

With 8-18 R1 rear tires.Reference

Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Variants

5015

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similar Allis Chalmers modelReference

G152

2WDReference

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G154

4WDReference

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TX1300

similar Iseki modelReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

12.1 LReference

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Engine

11.2 kWReference

13.4 kWReference

Displacement

0.7 LReference

1.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

73 x 80 mmReference

Power

11.2 kWReference

13.4 kWReference

Air cleaner

dry elementReference

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Pre-heating

glow plugsReference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

4.2 LReference

3.0 LReference

Oil capacity

12.3 LReference

17.0 LReference

Oil change

100 hReference

50 hReference

Compression

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22.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

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2500Reference

Transmission

Gears

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

Rear PTO

transmissionReference

continuousReference

Rear PTO Type

472/752/1177Reference

540Reference

Engine RPM

1177@2700Reference

540@2365Reference

PTO (claimed)

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11.2 kWReference

Hydraulic system

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17.0 LReference

Capacity

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17.0 LReference

Rear Type

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IReference

Control

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position controlReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

128 cmReference

129 cmReference

Weight

469 kgReference

1278 to 1448 poundsReference

Front tire

4.00-12Reference

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Rear tire

8-16Reference

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Standard tires (ag)

Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8-16Reference

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Lawn/turf front

20x8.00-10Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

8-16Reference

29x12-15Reference

Length

194 cmReference

210 cmReference

Width

96 cmReference

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Height

119 cmReference

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Ground clearance

27 cmReference

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Front tread

71/87 cmReference

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Rear tread

73/83/93 cmReference

83/96 cmReference

2WD Width

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103 cmReference

4WD Width

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123 cmReference

Height (steering wheel)

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119 cmReference

Height (hood)

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103 cmReference

2WD Shipping weight

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579 kgReference

4WD Shipping weight

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656 kgReference

2WD Clearance (front axle)

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34 cmReference

4WD Clearance (front axle)

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30 cmReference

Clearance (rear axle)

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36 cmReference

2WD Front tread

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80 cmReference

4WD Front tread

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86 cmReference

Bolens G152 attachments

G152 Serial Numbers

Location:

Serial number plate near gear shift.Reference

Serial number plate under steering wheel, ahead of the gear shift lever.Reference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

45Reference

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Attachment overview

42" Mower deck

Type

unsynchronized gearReference

partially synchronizedReference

Cutting width

106 cmReference

121 cmReference

Capacities

Fuel

—

14.0 LReference

Front hubs

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0.4 LReference

Front diff.

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1.5 LReference

Simplicity 9518 attachments

9518 Serial Numbers

48" Mower deck

Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.