Craftsman 917.25653 vs Wheel Horse 265
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25653 and the Wheel Horse 265 deliver the same power: 15 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25653 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25653 | Wheel Horse 265 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Production years | 1996 | 1996–2002 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | — | 236 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 125 cm |
| Length | — | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25653 or the Wheel Horse 265?
The Craftsman 917.25653 and the Wheel Horse 265 deliver the same power: 15 HP.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25653 or the Wheel Horse 265?
The Craftsman 917.25653 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

