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Wheel Horse 417A vs Simplicity 7117

A detailed comparison of the Wheel Horse 417A and the Simplicity 7117. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
Wheel Horse 417A12.7 kW (17.1 HP)
Simplicity 711712.7 kW (17.1 HP)
SpecificationWheel Horse 417AWheel Horse 417AGarden and Lawn TractorsSimplicity 7117Simplicity 7117Garden and Lawn Tractors
Tractor Main CategoryGarden and Lawn Care TractorsGarden and Lawn Care Tractors
Tractor TypeGarden TractorGarden Tractor
Horsepower12.7 kW (17.1 HP)12.7 kW (17.1 HP)
Weight287.0 kg (632.7 lbs)—
Transmission TypeBelt-driven hydrostaticHydrostatic
Length165.0 cm (65.0 in.)—
Years Made1985-19861979-1986
Engine ModelKohler KT17QSKohler KT-17
Engine Type4-stroke, air-cooled4-stroke, air-cooled
Fuel TypeGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Displacement691 cc (42.2 cu in.)691 cc (42.2 cu in.)
Bore7.90 cm (3.11 in.)7.90 cm (3.11 in.)
Stroke7.01 cm (2.76 in.)7.01 cm (2.76 in.)
Rated RPM3600 RPM—
Battery12 V12 V
StarterElectricElectric
Height105.0 cm (41.3 in.)—
Width96.0 cm (37.8 in.)—
Wheelbase115.0 cm (45.3 in.)—
Fuel Tank Capacity11.4 l (3.0 gal)11.4 l (3.0 gal)
Transmission ModelEaton 1100—
GearsInfinite forward and reverseInfinite forward and reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD4×2 2WD
Max. Travel Speed7.2 km/h (Forward: 7.0 MPH (11.3 km/h) Reverse: 4.5 MPH)6.4 km/h (Forward: 7.0 MPH (11.3 km/h) Reverse: 4.0 MPH)
Drawbar CategorySleeve hitch—
Cabin TypeOpen operator stationOpen operator station
Steering TypeManualManual
Front TiresLawn/turf: 15×6.00-6—
Rear TiresLawn/turf: 22×7.50-12—

Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.

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