Bolens 1600G vs Craftsman 917.25435
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1600G and the Craftsman 917.25435 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25435 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1600G.
- The Bolens 1600G is heavier: 318 kg versus 249 kg for the Craftsman 917.25435.
- The Craftsman 917.25435 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1600G | Craftsman 917.25435 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1987 | 1987 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 318 kg | 249 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | 179 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 917.25435?
The Bolens 1600G and the Craftsman 917.25435 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 917.25435?
The Craftsman 917.25435 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1600G.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 917.25435?
The Bolens 1600G is heavier: 318 kg versus 249 kg for the Craftsman 917.25435.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1600G or the Craftsman 917.25435?
The Craftsman 917.25435 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".