Lawn and GardenPerformance profile
Simplicity 7116
The Simplicity 7116 is a lawn and garden tractor made from 1979 to 1986. It's a 2WD model with manual steering and a hydrostatic transmission. This means it can go forward and backward smoothly without changing gears. The tractor has a Briggs & Stratton engine with one cylinder. It's air-cooled and runs on gasoline. The engine is 32.4 cubic inches and puts out 16 horsepower. This power is about average for tractors of its type. The engine runs at a very high 3600 rpm. It has an electric starter and a fuel tank that holds 3 US gallons. The 7116 has an open operator station and a Category 3 hitch for attaching tools.
ManufacturerSimplicityPower16 hpEngine1-cylTransHydrostatic
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Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 16hp
- Transmission
- Hydrostatic
At a glance
How the 7116 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
16 hp · 36th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The 7116 ranks at the 36th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Simplicity 7116
The Simplicity 7116 is a lawn and garden tractor made from 1979 to 1986. It's a 2WD model with manual steering and a hydrostatic transmission. This means it can go forward and backward smoothly without changing gears. The tractor has a Briggs & Stratton engine with one cylinder. It's air-cooled and runs on gasoline. The engine is 32.4 cubic inches and puts out 16 horsepower. This power is about average for tractors of its type. The engine runs at a very high 3600 rpm. It has an electric starter and a fuel tank that holds 3 US gallons. The 7116 has an open operator station and a Category 3 hitch for attaching tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Simplicity |
|---|---|
| Model | 7116 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1979–1986 |
Engine
| Make | Briggs & Stratton |
|---|---|
| Model | 326437 |
| Power | 16hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 32.4ci |
| Bore | 3.54in |
| Stroke | 3.27in |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Cab | Open |
Head to head
7116 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Simplicity 7116 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 16 hp | 18 hp | -11% | 36th |
| Engine Displacement | 32.4 ci | 41.1 ci | -21% | 30th |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | -50% | 17th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 366–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Simplicity tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simplicity 5216 | 16 hp | 403 lb | 1984–1990 | Compare → |
| Simplicity 6216 | 16 hp | 728 lb | 1981–1987 | Compare → |
| Simplicity Sovereign 7016 | 16 hp | 774 lb | 1975–1979 | Compare → |
| Simplicity 4040 PowrMax | 16.5 hp | 1,301 lb | 1972+ | Compare → |
| Simplicity 7117 | 17 hp | — | 1979–1986 | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agria Hispania 7100 | 16 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Bolens QS-16 | 16 hp | 849 lb | 1974–1977 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 616 | 16.5 hp | 1,499 lb | 1972–1973 | Compare → |
| Ariens GT17 | 17 hp | 926 lb | 1979–1987 | Compare → |
| Bolens G152 | 15 hp | 1,034 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Simplicity 7116 manufactured?
Production of the Simplicity 7116 ran from 1979 through 1986.
What hitch category is the Simplicity 7116?
The Simplicity 7116 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
How powerful is the Simplicity 7116?
The Simplicity 7116 has an engine power output of 16 hp. It is powered by a 1-cylinder engine displacing 32.4 ci.
What type of transmission does the Simplicity 7116 have?
The Simplicity 7116 uses a Hydrostatic transmission.
What routine service does the Simplicity 7116 need?
Regular maintenance for the Simplicity 7116 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.