Bolens G14XL vs Craftsman 917.25431
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens G14XL and the Craftsman 917.25431 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25431 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1979 for the Bolens G14XL.
- The Bolens G14XL is heavier: 351 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.
- The Bolens G14XL has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens G14XL | Craftsman 917.25431 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1980 | 1987–1988 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 351 kg | 224 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | — | 162 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens G14XL or the Craftsman 917.25431?
The Bolens G14XL and the Craftsman 917.25431 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens G14XL or the Craftsman 917.25431?
The Craftsman 917.25431 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1979 for the Bolens G14XL.
Which is heavier, the Bolens G14XL or the Craftsman 917.25431?
The Bolens G14XL is heavier: 351 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens G14XL or the Craftsman 917.25431?
The Bolens G14XL has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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