Sears GT-16 917.25709 vs Sears SS/18 Twin 917.25960
Verdict: Sears GT-16 917.25709 vs Sears SS/18 Twin 917.25960
The Sears GT-16 917.25709 and the Sears SS/18 Twin 917.25960 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Sears SS/18 Twin 917.25960 leads on rated power with 18 hp against 16 hp. Sears GT-16 917.25709 is the lighter machine (272 kg vs 320 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Sears SS/18 Twin 917.25960 holds more fuel (13.2 L vs 6.6 L) for longer stints between fills. Sears GT-16 917.25709 is the newer design (1979 vs 1976). In short: choose the Sears SS/18 Twin 917.25960 for outright pulling power, or the Sears GT-16 917.25709 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.