Craftsman 917.25596 vs Cub Cadet 1861
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25596 and the Cub Cadet 1861 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25596 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1991 for the Cub Cadet 1861.
- The Craftsman 917.25596 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25596 | Cub Cadet 1861 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1992–1993 | 1991–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | — | 379 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 118 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25596 or the Cub Cadet 1861?
The Craftsman 917.25596 and the Cub Cadet 1861 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25596 or the Cub Cadet 1861?
The Craftsman 917.25596 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1991 for the Cub Cadet 1861.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25596 or the Cub Cadet 1861?
The Craftsman 917.25596 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".