Craftsman 917.25486 vs Simplicity CFC 18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25486 and the Simplicity CFC 18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25486 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1990 for the Simplicity CFC 18.
- The Simplicity CFC 18 is heavier: 312 kg versus 237 kg for the Craftsman 917.25486.
- The Simplicity CFC 18 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25486 | Simplicity CFC 18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1993 | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 237 kg | 312 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25486 or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The Craftsman 917.25486 and the Simplicity CFC 18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25486 or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The Craftsman 917.25486 is the more recent model: production started in 1993, versus 1990 for the Simplicity CFC 18.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25486 or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The Simplicity CFC 18 is heavier: 312 kg versus 237 kg for the Craftsman 917.25486.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25486 or the Simplicity CFC 18?
The Simplicity CFC 18 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".