Bolens 1600H vs Craftsman 917.25436
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1600H and the Craftsman 917.25436 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25436 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1600H.
- The Bolens 1600H is heavier: 356 kg versus 249 kg for the Craftsman 917.25436.
- The Bolens 1600H has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1600H | Craftsman 917.25436 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1989 | 1988 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 356 kg | 249 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | 179 cm | 162 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1600H or the Craftsman 917.25436?
The Bolens 1600H and the Craftsman 917.25436 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1600H or the Craftsman 917.25436?
The Craftsman 917.25436 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1983 for the Bolens 1600H.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1600H or the Craftsman 917.25436?
The Bolens 1600H is heavier: 356 kg versus 249 kg for the Craftsman 917.25436.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1600H or the Craftsman 917.25436?
The Bolens 1600H has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".