Craftsman 917.25593 vs Cub Cadet 1860
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25593 and the Cub Cadet 1860 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25593 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1990 for the Cub Cadet 1860.
- The Craftsman 917.25593 is heavier: 335 kg versus 306 kg for the Cub Cadet 1860.
- The Craftsman 917.25593 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25593 | Cub Cadet 1860 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1991 | 1990–1991 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 335 kg | 306 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 116 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25593 or the Cub Cadet 1860?
The Craftsman 917.25593 and the Cub Cadet 1860 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25593 or the Cub Cadet 1860?
The Craftsman 917.25593 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1990 for the Cub Cadet 1860.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25593 or the Cub Cadet 1860?
The Craftsman 917.25593 is heavier: 335 kg versus 306 kg for the Cub Cadet 1860.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25593 or the Cub Cadet 1860?
The Craftsman 917.25593 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

