Craftsman 917.25431 vs Wheel Horse 14HP

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25431

Craftsman 917.25431

14 HP · 1987–1988

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Wheel Horse 14HP

Wheel Horse 14HP

14 HP · 1973

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.25431 and the Wheel Horse 14HP deliver the same power: 14 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.25431 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1973 for the Wheel Horse 14HP.
  • The Wheel Horse 14HP is heavier: 308 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 917.25431Wheel Horse 14HP
Power14 HP14 HP
Production years1987–19881973
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders21
Weight224 kg308 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 Wheel Horse 14HP?

The Craftsman 917.25431 and the Wheel Horse 14HP deliver the same power: 14 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Wheel Horse 14HP?

The Craftsman 917.25431 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1973 for the Wheel Horse 14HP.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Wheel Horse 14HP?

The Wheel Horse 14HP is heavier: 308 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the Wheel Horse 14HP?

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

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