Craftsman 917.25436 vs Simplicity 6516
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25436 and the Simplicity 6516 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25436 is heavier: 249 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6516.
- The Simplicity 6516 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25436 | Simplicity 6516 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1988 | 1988–1989 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 249 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 122 cm |
| Length | 162 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25436 or the Simplicity 6516?
The Craftsman 917.25436 and the Simplicity 6516 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25436 or the Simplicity 6516?
The Craftsman 917.25436 is heavier: 249 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6516.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25436 or the Simplicity 6516?
The Simplicity 6516 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".