Craftsman 917.25374 vs Simplicity 6118

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25374

Craftsman 917.25374

18 HP · 1983–1986

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Simplicity 6118

Simplicity 6118

18 HP · 1979–1981

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.25374 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.25374 is the more recent model: production started in 1983, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
  • The Craftsman 917.25374 is heavier: 261 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.
  • The Craftsman 917.25374 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25374Simplicity 6118
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1983–19861979–1981
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight261 kg195 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase—122 cm
Length—168 cm
Mower deck44"42"

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