fuzzystump 0 #1 Posted 3 hours ago Looking for some advice: I currently own a 418-A, which I am going to take out of service to do some restoring. In the meantime, I need to pick up a machine for my regular mowing/snow blowing chores. There are 2 machines for sale locally that I'm interested in, but not sure which is the better choice: 417-A with 1,065 hours asking $1,300 or best offer, the other is a 416-H with 400 hours $750 Both come with mowing decks (not a factor as I currently have 2 decks) The 417 has the Kohler Command 18. 416 is powered by the Onan. I don't know the year of each, but the obvious answer is that 416 is a lot newer - since it was only made in the 90's and the 417 was only produced in 85-86. I'm leaning towards the 417, even though it's older and has more hours, but I could really use some insight from the members here, as you are much more knowledgeable with respect to the pro's and cons of each. I don't know much about the Onana engine, but I know the Kohlers have a great reputation. Any advice/input/knowledge/guidance is greatly appreciated as I'd like to make a decision and pull the trigger before they're... and, as we all know, they tend to sell quick! Thanks in advance, Brian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 18,391 #2 Posted 2 hours ago The P216 and P218 Onan engines aren't as fickle as the P220 (20hp), but I'm not a fan of Onan either way. Of course if correct 400 hours is nothing. That being said, 1300 hours on a Kohler twin is getting up there. If it has been meticulously maintained, I would lean that way as well. But seeing would make all the difference for me. Both being hydros... you're just gonna have to look them over. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonytoro416 1,367 #3 Posted 2 hours ago I currently have 3 Onan engines. I was like you and very Leary of them when I bought my 416h. All 3 of my current Onans I’m sure have over 1,000 hours on them. My 416h is my go to tractor. It always starts doesn’t matter how long it’s sat or how cold it is. I don’t have a picture of the 3rd tractor and engine but it’s a 520. All have been excellent tractors Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
