Bolens QS-16 vs Craftsman 536.25257
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens QS-16 and the Craftsman 536.25257 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1974 for the Bolens QS-16.
- The Bolens QS-16 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 43".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens QS-16 | Craftsman 536.25257 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1977 | 1995–1996 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 385 kg | — |
| Drive | — | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 123 cm | — |
| Length | 179 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 48" | 43" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens QS-16 or the Craftsman 536.25257?
The Bolens QS-16 and the Craftsman 536.25257 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens QS-16 or the Craftsman 536.25257?
The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1974 for the Bolens QS-16.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens QS-16 or the Craftsman 536.25257?
The Bolens QS-16 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 43".

