Craftsman 917.25431 vs Toro 314-8

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25431

Craftsman 917.25431

14 HP · 1987–1988

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Toro 314-8

Toro 314-8

14 HP · 1993–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.25431 and the Toro 314-8 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
  • The Toro 314-8 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1987 for the Craftsman 917.25431.
  • The Toro 314-8 is heavier: 283 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.
  • The Craftsman 917.25431 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25431Toro 314-8
Power14 HP14 HP
Production years1987–19881993–2001
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight224 kg283 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 16 / 2
Wheelbase115 cm
Length162 cm165 cm
Mower deck38"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Toro 314-8?

The Craftsman 917.25431 and the Toro 314-8 deliver the same power: 14 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Toro 314-8?

The Toro 314-8 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1987 for the Craftsman 917.25431.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Toro 314-8?

The Toro 314-8 is heavier: 283 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Toro 314-8?

The Craftsman 917.25431 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

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