Craftsman C459-60518 vs John Deere 318
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman C459-60518 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman C459-60518 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
- The Craftsman C459-60518 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman C459-60518 | John Deere 318 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1988 | 1983–1992 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 290 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 116 cm |
| Length | — | 173 cm |
| Mower deck | 44" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman C459-60518 or the John Deere 318?
The Craftsman C459-60518 and the John Deere 318 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman C459-60518 or the John Deere 318?
The Craftsman C459-60518 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1983 for the John Deere 318.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman C459-60518 or the John Deere 318?
The Craftsman C459-60518 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

