Craftsman 917.25271 vs Cub Cadet 1863
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25271 and the Cub Cadet 1863 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25271 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1993 for the Cub Cadet 1863.
- The Cub Cadet 1863 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25271 | Cub Cadet 1863 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1995 | 1993–1997 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 393 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 115 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25271 or the Cub Cadet 1863?
The Craftsman 917.25271 and the Cub Cadet 1863 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25271 or the Cub Cadet 1863?
The Craftsman 917.25271 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1993 for the Cub Cadet 1863.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25271 or the Cub Cadet 1863?
The Cub Cadet 1863 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".