Craftsman 917.25481 vs Simplicity 6218
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25481 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25481 is heavier: 371 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
- The Craftsman 917.25481 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25481 | Simplicity 6218 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1981–1982 | 1981–1983 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 371 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 122 cm |
| Length | 192 cm | 170 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25481 or the Simplicity 6218?
The Craftsman 917.25481 and the Simplicity 6218 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25481 or the Simplicity 6218?
The Craftsman 917.25481 is heavier: 371 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6218.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25481 or the Simplicity 6218?
The Craftsman 917.25481 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".