Craftsman 502.60730 vs Simplicity 6118
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 502.60730 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 502.60730 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
- The Craftsman 502.60730 is heavier: 298 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 502.60730 | Simplicity 6118 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1981 | 1979–1981 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 298 kg | 195 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 122 cm |
| Length | — | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 502.60730 or the Simplicity 6118?
The Craftsman 502.60730 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 502.60730 or the Simplicity 6118?
The Craftsman 502.60730 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 502.60730 or the Simplicity 6118?
The Craftsman 502.60730 is heavier: 298 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.