Bolens H18XL vs Craftsman 502.60730
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H18XL and the Craftsman 502.60730 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 502.60730 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1980 for the Bolens H18XL.
- The Bolens H18XL is heavier: 356 kg versus 298 kg for the Craftsman 502.60730.
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H18XL | Craftsman 502.60730 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1981 | 1981 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 356 kg | 298 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 4 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | 179 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 502.60730?
The Bolens H18XL and the Craftsman 502.60730 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 502.60730?
The Craftsman 502.60730 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1980 for the Bolens H18XL.
Which is heavier, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 502.60730?
The Bolens H18XL is heavier: 356 kg versus 298 kg for the Craftsman 502.60730.

