BolensModel A
Bolens G172
Sub-Compact
- power
- 17 hp
- displacement
- 46.6 ci
- Cylinders
- 2
- Forward gears
- 6
Head to head · Sub-Compact
Bolens G172 vs Simplicity 4040 PowrMax
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SimplicityModel B
Simplicity 4040 PowrMax
Lawn and Garden
- power
- 16.5 hp
- displacement
- 49.8 ci
- Cylinders
- 2
- Forward gears
- Not recorded
BolensBolens G172
vs
SimplicitySimplicity 4040 PowrMax
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Sub-Compact
Engine Power
▲ G172 higher · +0.5 hp (+3%)G17217 hp
4040 PowrMax16.5 hp
Median Sub-Compact Tractor26.9 hp
G172 is in the 15th percentile; 4040 PowrMax is in the 14th · 816 models
Engine Displacement
▲ 4040 PowrMax higher · +3.2 ci (+7%)G17246.6 ci
4040 PowrMax49.8 ci
Median Sub-Compact Tractor91.4 ci
G172 is in the 8th percentile; 4040 PowrMax is in the 9th · 757 models
Cylinders
= Effectively tiedG1722
4040 PowrMax2
Median Sub-Compact Tractor3
G172 is in the 11th percentile; 4040 PowrMax is in the 11th · 802 models
Operating Weight
▲ 4040 PowrMax higher · +245 lb (+23%)G1721,056 lb
4040 PowrMax1,301 lb
Median Sub-Compact Tractor2,700 lb
G172 is in the 2nd percentile; 4040 PowrMax is in the 12th · 711 models
G172 (A)4040 PowrMax (B)Median Sub-Compact Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bolens | Simplicity | — |
| Model | G172 | 4040 PowrMax | — |
| Category | Sub-Compact | Lawn and Garden | — |
Engine
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Iseki, Mitsubishi | Onan | — |
| Model | KE 75 | CCKA | — |
| Power Output | 17hp | 16.5hp | ▲ G172+0.5 hp · +3% |
| Rated RPM | Not recorded | 3,600RPM | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | Same |
| Displacement | 46.6ci | 49.8ci | ▲ 4040 PowrMax+3.2 ci · +7% |
| Bore | 3.1in | 3.3in | ▲ 4040 PowrMax+0.2 in · +6% |
| Stroke | 3.2in | 3in | ▲ G172+0.1 in · +3% |
Transmission
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | unsynchronized gear | Hydrostatic | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 76.4in | 82.7in | ▲ 4040 PowrMax+6.3 in · +8% |
| Width | 37.8in | 56.3in | ▲ 4040 PowrMax+18.5 in · +49% |
| Height | 46.9in | Not recorded | — |
| Operating Weight | 1,056lb | 1,301lb | ▲ 4040 PowrMax+245 lb · +23% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Type | Not recorded | Manual | — |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Not recorded | Independent | — |
| Speed 1 | Not recorded | 3,600rpm | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Category | Not recorded | 0 | — |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | Not recorded | 4x2 2WD | — |
| Drive Type | Not recorded | 2WD | — |
| Steering Type | Not recorded | Manual | — |
| Brake Type | Not recorded | Disc | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Electric Starter | Electric | — |
Capacities
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 1.1gal | Not recorded | — |
Operator Station
| Spec | Bolens G172 | Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Not recorded | Open | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Power
median 26.9 hpA · 15th percentile (17 hp)B · 14th percentile (16.5 hp)
Engine Displacement
median 91.4 ciA · 8th percentile (46.6 ci)B · 9th percentile (49.8 ci)
Cylinders
median 3A · 11th percentile (2)B · 11th percentile (2)
Operating Weight
median 2,700 lbA · 2nd percentile (1,056 lb)B · 12th percentile (1,301 lb)
Length
median 113 inA · 3rd percentile (76.4 in)B · 10th percentile (82.7 in)
A · G172B · 4040 PowrMaxMedian Sub-Compact Tractor