Bolens 936 vs Craftsman 917.25423
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 936 and the Craftsman 917.25423 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25423 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Bolens 936.
- The Craftsman 917.25423 is heavier: 193 kg versus 183 kg for the Bolens 936.
- The Craftsman 917.25423 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 936 | Craftsman 917.25423 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 11 HP | 11 HP |
| Production years | 1986–1988 | 1987–1988 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | 193 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Length | 203 cm | 107 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 936 or the Craftsman 917.25423?
The Bolens 936 and the Craftsman 917.25423 deliver the same power: 11 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 936 or the Craftsman 917.25423?
The Craftsman 917.25423 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1986 for the Bolens 936.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 936 or the Craftsman 917.25423?
The Craftsman 917.25423 is heavier: 193 kg versus 183 kg for the Bolens 936.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 936 or the Craftsman 917.25423?
The Craftsman 917.25423 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

