Simplicity 4040 PowrMax

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Simplicity 4040 PowrMax is a compact lawn and garden tractor built for homeowners and small property maintenance. Made in 1972, this 2WD tractor features a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in three ranges, giving users smooth and easy control.

Under the hood, the 4040 PowrMax boasts an Onan CCKA engine. This air-cooled, 2-cylinder gasoline engine has a very high displacement of 49.8 ci, making it powerful for its size. It produces 16.5 hp at 3600 rpm, which is about average for tractors in its class. The tractor weighs 1301 lb, which is quite heavy compared to similar models, providing good stability during operation. It comes with both agricultural and lawn/turf tire options, making it versatile for different tasks. The tractor also features independent front and rear PTOs with electric clutches, adding to its utility for various attachments.
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Key Specifications

Category: Lawn and Garden

Power Output: 16 hp (12.3 kW)

Transmission: Hydrostatic

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 1301 lb (590 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Simplicity 4040 PowrMax vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Simplicity 4040 PowrMax is Average. It is greater than 40% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 0.3K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Simplicity 4040 PowrMax is Excellent. It is greater than 94% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 0.2K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Simplicity 4040 PowrMax is Excellent. It is greater than 93% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Simplicity 4040 PowrMax is Average. It is greater than 56% of similar Lawn and Garden tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Lawn and Garden tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Onan
Model
CCKA
Cooling Type
Air-cooled
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Naturally Aspirated
Cylinders
2
Displacement
50 ci (0.8 L)
Bore
3.27 in (83.1 mm)
Stroke
2.99 in (75.9 mm)
Rated RPM
3600
Power Output
16 hp (12.3 kW)

Transmission

Type
Hydrostatic
Forward Gears
Infinite (3-Range)
Reverse Gears
Infinite (3-Range)

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Brake Type
Disc