Craftsman 917.25441 vs Simplicity 6118

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25441

Craftsman 917.25441

18 HP · 1987–1988

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Simplicity 6118

Simplicity 6118

18 HP · 1979–1981

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.25441 and the Simplicity 6118 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.25441 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1979 for the Simplicity 6118.
  • The Craftsman 917.25441 is heavier: 278 kg versus 195 kg for the Simplicity 6118.
  • The Craftsman 917.25441 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25441Simplicity 6118
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years1987–19881979–1981
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight278 kg195 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 23 / 1
Wheelbase—122 cm
Length177 cm168 cm
Mower deck44"42"

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