Compare/Satoh Buck S470 vs Simplicity 9518

Satoh Buck S470 vs Simplicity 9518

Verdict: Satoh Buck S470 vs Simplicity 9518

The Satoh Buck S470 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. Satoh Buck S470 is the lighter machine (1,157 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 1979). 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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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

Satoh

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

SatohReference

HinomotoReference

liquid-cooledReference

With 8-18 R1 rear tires.Reference

Drive

4x4 MFWD 4WD (S470D)Reference

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Steering

manaulReference

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Distributor

—

SimplicityReference

Differential lock

—

mechanical rearReference

Variants

5015

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similar Allis Chalmers modelReference

S470D

4WDReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

15.1 LReference

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Engine

13.8 kWReference

13.4 kWReference

Displacement

0.8 LReference

1.0 LReference

Power

13.8 kWReference

13.4 kWReference

Air cleaner

dryReference

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Compression

23:1Reference

22.5:1Reference

Rated RPM

2600Reference

2500Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

12.0 LReference

17.0 LReference

Coolant capacity

5.0 LReference

3.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

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73 x 80 mmReference

Starter

—

electricReference

Oil change

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50 hReference

Transmission

Type

gearReference

partially synchronizedReference

Gears

6 forward and 2 reverseReference

9 forward and 3 reverseReference

Clutch

dry discReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

11.2 kWReference

Pump flow

13.2 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IReference

Control

non-positional controlReference

position controlReference

Rear lift (at ends)

498 kgReference

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Rear PTO Type

540 (1.375)Reference

540Reference

Hydraulic system

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17.0 LReference

Capacity

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17.0 LReference

Rear PTO

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continuousReference

Engine RPM

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540@2365Reference

Dimensions

Weight

575 kgReference

1278 to 1448 poundsReference

Front tire

4.5-10Reference

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Rear tire

8-18 (2WD)Reference

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Standard tires (ag)

Front: 5-12. Rear: 8-18 (4WD)Reference

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Lawn/turf front

6-12 (4WD)Reference

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Lawn/turf rear

9.5-18Reference

29x12-15Reference

Length

199 cmReference

210 cmReference

Width

93 cmReference

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Height

119 cmReference

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Ground clearance

23 cmReference

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Front tread

78 cmReference

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Rear tread

76/86 cmReference

83/96 cmReference

Wheelbase

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129 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

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

45Reference

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Capacities

Fuel

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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.