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Simplicity 9518 vs Simplicity 9528
Verdict: Simplicity 9518 vs Simplicity 9528
The Simplicity 9518 and the Simplicity 9528 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Simplicity 9528 leads on rated power with 26 hp against 15 hp. Simplicity 9528 is the lighter machine (952 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). In short: choose the Simplicity 9528 for outright pulling power, or the Simplicity 9518 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Simplicity
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Simplicity
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
15 hp
26 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
SimplicityReference
SimplicityReference
Manufacturer
HinomotoReference
HinomotoReference
With 8-18 R1 rear tires.Reference
Four gears, plus reverse, with high, low, and creeper ranges.Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
mechanical rearReference
Variants
5015
similar Allis Chalmers modelReference
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5030
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similar Allis Chalmers modelReference
E280
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similar Hinomoto modelReference
Engine
Engine
13.4 kWReference
20.9 kWReference
Displacement
1.0 LReference
1.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
73 x 80 mmReference
97 x 100 mmReference
Power
13.4 kWReference
20.9 kWReference
Compression
22.5:1Reference
23:1Reference
Rated RPM
2500Reference
2500Reference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
3.0 LReference
5.0 LReference
Oil capacity
17.0 LReference
20.8 LReference
Oil change
50 hReference
100 hReference
Fuel system
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Kiki PES-2K injection pumpReference
Air cleaner
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dry elementReference
Idle RPM
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750-2750Reference
Firing order
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1-2Reference
Transmission
Gears
9 forward and 3 reverseReference
12 forward and 3 reverseReference
Clutch
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215mm dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
11.2 kWReference
19.4 kWReference
Hydraulic system
17.0 LReference
25.4 LReference
Capacity
17.0 LReference
25.4 LReference
Rear Type
IReference
IReference
Control
position controlReference
position controlReference
Rear PTO
continuousReference
continuousReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
540@2365Reference
540@2320Reference
Total flow
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20.6 lpmReference
Capacities
Fuel
14.0 LReference
26.5 LReference
Front hubs
0.4 LReference
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Front diff.
1.5 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
129 cmReference
156 cmReference
Weight
1278 to 1448 poundsReference
952 kgReference
Lawn/turf rear
29x12-15Reference
13.6-16Reference
Length
210 cmReference
255 cmReference
2WD Width
103 cmReference
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4WD Width
123 cmReference
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Height (steering wheel)
119 cmReference
136 cmReference
Height (hood)
103 cmReference
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2WD Shipping weight
579 kgReference
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4WD Shipping weight
656 kgReference
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2WD Clearance (front axle)
34 cmReference
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4WD Clearance (front axle)
30 cmReference
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Clearance (rear axle)
36 cmReference
39 cmReference
2WD Front tread
80 cmReference
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4WD Front tread
86 cmReference
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Rear tread
83/96 cmReference
103 to 158 cmReference
Front tire
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5.00x15Reference
Rear tire
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12.4x24Reference
Ag front
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5.00x15Reference
Ag rear
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12.4x24Reference
Lawn/turf front
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20x8.00-10Reference
Width
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135 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
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208 cmReference
Shipping weight
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952 kgReference
Clearance (front axle)
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36 cmReference
Clearance (drawbar)
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40 cmReference
Front tread
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103 to 129 cmReference
Simplicity 9518 attachments
9518 Serial Numbers
Location:
Serial number plate under steering wheel, ahead of the gear shift lever.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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Hitachi LR115-58 alternatorReference
Charging amps
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15Reference
Charging volts
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12Reference
Battery AH
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70Reference
Attachment overview
48" Mower deck
Type
partially synchronizedReference
unsynchronized gearReference
Cutting width
121 cmReference
152 cmReference
Speeds
Simplicity 9528 attachments
9528 Serial Number Location
60" Mower deck
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.