Bolens 3018G vs Craftsman 917.25591
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3018G and the Craftsman 917.25591 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Bolens 3018G is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1985 for the Craftsman 917.25591.
- The Craftsman 917.25591 is heavier: 284 kg versus 233 kg for the Bolens 3018G.
- The Craftsman 917.25591 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3018G | Craftsman 917.25591 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1989 | 1985–1989 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 233 kg | 284 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 175 cm | 177 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3018G or the Craftsman 917.25591?
The Bolens 3018G and the Craftsman 917.25591 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3018G or the Craftsman 917.25591?
The Bolens 3018G is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1985 for the Craftsman 917.25591.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 3018G or the Craftsman 917.25591?
The Craftsman 917.25591 is heavier: 284 kg versus 233 kg for the Bolens 3018G.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3018G or the Craftsman 917.25591?
The Craftsman 917.25591 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 36".

