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Simplicity Regent 16G vs Simplicity ZT16
Verdict: Simplicity Regent 16G vs Simplicity ZT16
The Simplicity Regent 16G and the Simplicity ZT16 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 16 hp. Simplicity Regent 16G is the lighter machine (204 kg vs 281 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Simplicity ZT16 is the newer design (1999 vs 1997). 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
Simplicity
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Simplicity
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
16 hp
16 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
SimplicityReference
SimplicityReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
Steering
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hydrostatic differentialReference
Variants
516G
similar AGCO modelReference
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ZT 1644
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similar Massey Ferguson modelReference
Engine
Fuel tank
7.6 LReference
7.6 LReference
Displacement
28.4 ciReference
27.9 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
87 x 78 mmReference
87 x 77 mmReference
Power (gross)
11.6 kWReference
11.9 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Rated RPM
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3400Reference
Transmission
Transmission
Peerless MST 205Reference
Eaton 778Reference
Type
belt-driven gearReference
hydrostaticReference
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electricReference
electricReference
Mid PTO Type
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pulleyReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
115 cmReference
111 cmReference
Weight
204 kgReference
281 kgReference
Front tire
15x6.00-6Reference
13x5.0-6Reference
Rear tire
18x8.50-8Reference
18x9.5-8Reference
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00-6Reference
13x5.0-6Reference
Lawn/turf rear
18x8.50-8Reference
18x9.5-8Reference
Length
172 cmReference
156 cmReference
Width
88 cmReference
104 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
104 cmReference
110 cmReference
Simplicity Regent 16G attachments
Regent 16G Serial Numbers
Location:
Serial number decal on the left side of the tractor frame, just behind the front axle.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging amps
3Reference
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Battery CCA
340Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
Simplicity ZT16 attachments
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.