Ariens lawn tractors RM1228 vs Craftsman 917.25479
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ariens lawn tractors RM1228 and the Craftsman 917.25479 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25479 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Ariens lawn tractors RM1228 | Craftsman 917.25479 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1991–1996 | 1991 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 115 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 28" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ariens lawn tractors RM1228 or the Craftsman 917.25479?
The Ariens lawn tractors RM1228 and the Craftsman 917.25479 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Ariens lawn tractors RM1228 or the Craftsman 917.25479?
The Craftsman 917.25479 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 28".