Craftsman 536.25257 vs Ford LS45
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 536.25257 and the Ford LS45 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1994 for the Ford LS45.
- The Craftsman 536.25257 has the wider mower deck: 43" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 536.25257 | Ford LS45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1995–1996 | 1994–1995 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 231 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 125 cm |
| Length | — | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 43" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Ford LS45?
The Craftsman 536.25257 and the Ford LS45 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Ford LS45?
The Craftsman 536.25257 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1994 for the Ford LS45.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 536.25257 or the Ford LS45?
The Craftsman 536.25257 has the wider mower deck: 43" versus 38".

