Bolens 1600G vs Craftsman 536.25257
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1600G and the Craftsman 536.25257 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1600G.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 has the wider mower deck: 43" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1600G | Craftsman 536.25257 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1987 | 1995–1996 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 318 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | 179 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 43" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 536.25257?
The Bolens 1600G and the Craftsman 536.25257 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 536.25257?
The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1600G.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 536.25257?
The Craftsman 536.25257 has the wider mower deck: 43" versus 42".

