Simplicity Broadmoor Lawn Tractor

Pros: Very smooth riding mower. Floating deck makes all the difference.
Cons: Gas seems to burn faster.

When my local Simplicity dealer received their new models I was looking for a rider that could get a lot of grass cut in no time at all. Did not take me long to drop a four grand on this mower. This Simplicity Broadmoor Lawn Tractor(2003 model) ...

Pros: Well built, easy to maintain, excellent cut.
Cons: No tilt steering, poor traction on hills when turning, overly quick steering

Mine is a green colored Deutz-Allis 1616H which is the fraternal twin to the orange colored Broadmoor. Simplicity makes the tractor for Agco, Massey Ferguson, and Allis.

Mine is a 16hp V-Twin Briggs & Stratton Vanguard with hand control...

Pros: Does not scalp grass, limited slip differential, easy removal deck
Cons: replaced starter solenoid twice in 5 years - about $26 ea.

The simplicity is built to last. The 16 HP Briggs & Stratton twin cylinder is a very durable engine ...

Pros: Easy to use, quieter than most, turns sharper than some.
Cons: costs more, but worth it!

Great lawn tractor that is so easy to use, my kids mow every week and I barely get a chance to use it!

Pros: Great cut, easy deck removal, high quality, Made in USA.
Cons: Slightly Expensive.

I have an older Broadmoor (1996?) with a 14 Horsepower single-cylinder Kohler engine. The deck comes off very easy, within 1 minute. Because of the rollers across the back of the deck, it has a very even cut and leaves very visible stripes. The traction is not always the greatest on hills if you are light weight. This has been improved in the newer models with a traction control system. If I replace it, I'll either buy another Simplicity or some type of commercial mower.