Bolens 3018H vs Craftsman 917.25472
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 3018H and the Craftsman 917.25472 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25472 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1988 for the Bolens 3018H.
- The Craftsman 917.25472 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 3018H | Craftsman 917.25472 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1988–1990 | 1989 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 233 kg | 233 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 114 cm | — |
| Length | 175 cm | 162 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 3018H or the Craftsman 917.25472?
The Bolens 3018H and the Craftsman 917.25472 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 3018H or the Craftsman 917.25472?
The Craftsman 917.25472 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1988 for the Bolens 3018H.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 3018H or the Craftsman 917.25472?
The Craftsman 917.25472 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 36".

