Craftsman 917.25596 vs Cub Cadet 1862
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25596 and the Cub Cadet 1862 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25596 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1990 for the Cub Cadet 1862.
- The Craftsman 917.25596 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25596 | Cub Cadet 1862 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1992–1993 | 1990–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | — | 404 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 118 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25596 or the Cub Cadet 1862?
The Craftsman 917.25596 and the Cub Cadet 1862 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25596 or the Cub Cadet 1862?
The Craftsman 917.25596 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1990 for the Cub Cadet 1862.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25596 or the Cub Cadet 1862?
The Craftsman 917.25596 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".