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Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 vs Simplicity Legacy XL 33
Verdict: Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 vs Simplicity Legacy XL 33
The Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 and the Simplicity Legacy XL 33 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Simplicity Legacy XL 33 leads on rated power with 33 hp against 28 hp. Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 holds more fuel (41.6 L vs 22.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Simplicity Legacy XL 33 is the newer design (2017 vs 2016). In short: choose the Simplicity Legacy XL 33 for outright pulling power, or the Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 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
28 hp
33 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Simplicity (a part of Briggs & Stratton)Reference
Simplicity (a part of Briggs & Stratton)Reference
vertical-shaft V-TwinReference
horizontal-shaft V-TwinReference
Drive
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4x4 4WDReference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
Fuel tank
41.6 LReference
22.7 LReference
Displacement
49.42 ciReference
54.68 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
84 x 73 mmReference
86 x 78 mmReference
Power
20.9 kWReference
24.6 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Transmission
Transmission
Hydro-Gear ZT-4400Reference
Tuff Torq K92Reference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electricReference
electricReference
Rear Type
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IReference
Rear PTO
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independentReference
Rear PTO Type
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540 (1.375)Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
139 cmReference
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Weight
587 kgReference
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Front tire
13x6.5-6Reference
18.00x8.5-8Reference
Rear tire
24x12-12Reference
26.00x12.0-12Reference
Lawn/turf front
13x6.5-6Reference
18.00x8.5-8Reference
Lawn/turf rear
24x12-12Reference
26.00x12.0-12Reference
Length
209 cmReference
205 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
182 cmReference
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Width
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114 cmReference
Height
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129 cmReference
Front axle
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Cast-ironReference
Simplicity Cobalt 28/61 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging amps
20Reference
20Reference
Battery CCA
350Reference
500Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Charging system
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alternatorReference
61" Mower deck
Type
hydrostaticReference
shaft-driven hydrostaticReference
Cutting width
154 cmReference
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Overall width
198 cmReference
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Cut height
3 to 12 cmReference
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Cut positions
16Reference
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Simplicity Legacy XL 33 attachments
Attachment overview
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.