Bolens H18XL vs Craftsman 917.25481
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens H18XL and the Craftsman 917.25481 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25481 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1980 for the Bolens H18XL.
- The Craftsman 917.25481 is heavier: 371 kg versus 356 kg for the Bolens H18XL.
- The Craftsman 917.25481 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens H18XL | Craftsman 917.25481 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1981 | 1981–1982 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 356 kg | 371 kg |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 124 cm | — |
| Length | 179 cm | 192 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 917.25481?
The Bolens H18XL and the Craftsman 917.25481 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 917.25481?
The Craftsman 917.25481 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1980 for the Bolens H18XL.
Which is heavier, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 917.25481?
The Craftsman 917.25481 is heavier: 371 kg versus 356 kg for the Bolens H18XL.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens H18XL or the Craftsman 917.25481?
The Craftsman 917.25481 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".