Compare/Iseki TX1510 vs Simplicity 9518

Iseki TX1510 vs Simplicity 9518

Verdict: Iseki TX1510 vs Simplicity 9518

The Iseki TX1510 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. Iseki TX1510 is the lighter machine (1,168 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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Fit & specs

Iseki

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Simplicity

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

15 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

IsekiReference

HinomotoReference

liquid-cooledReference

With 8-18 R1 rear tires.Reference

Distributor

—

SimplicityReference

Differential lock

—

mechanical rearReference

Variants

5015

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similar Allis Chalmers modelReference

TX1510F

4WDReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

11.7 LReference

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Engine

10.9 kWReference

13.4 kWReference

Displacement

0.8 LReference

1.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

68 x 78 mmReference

73 x 80 mmReference

Power

10.9 kWReference

13.4 kWReference

Rated RPM

2600Reference

2500Reference

Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Compression

—

22.5:1Reference

Coolant capacity

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3.0 LReference

Oil capacity

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17.0 LReference

Oil change

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50 hReference

Transmission

Type

gearReference

partially synchronizedReference

Gears

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Rear Type

JIS0Reference

IReference

Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Engine RPM

1185@2600Reference

540@2365Reference

PTO (claimed)

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11.2 kWReference

Hydraulic system

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17.0 LReference

Capacity

—

17.0 LReference

Control

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position controlReference

Rear PTO

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continuousReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

128 cmReference

129 cmReference

Weight

1168 to 1213 poundsReference

1278 to 1448 poundsReference

Front tire

4.00-12Reference

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2WD Rear tire

8-18Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 4.00-12. Rear: 8-18Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 8-18Reference

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2WD Length

198 cmReference

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4WD Length

199 cmReference

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Width

112 cmReference

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Height

169 cmReference

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2WD Weight

529 kgReference

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4WD Weight

550 kgReference

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2WD Ground clearance

35 cmReference

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4WD Ground clearance

24 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

70 cmReference

80 cmReference

4WD Front tread

76 cmReference

86 cmReference

Rear tread

77 to 88 cmReference

83/96 cmReference

Lawn/turf rear

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29x12-15Reference

Length

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210 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

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

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

Location:

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

Attachment overview

48" Mower deck

Cutting width

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121 cmReference

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.