Craftsman 247.20373 vs Wheel Horse 417-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 247.20373 and the Wheel Horse 417-8 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 247.20373 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
- The Wheel Horse 417-8 is heavier: 265 kg versus 234 kg for the Craftsman 247.20373.
- The Craftsman 247.20373 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 247.20373 | Wheel Horse 417-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2014 | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 234 kg | 265 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | 78 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | — | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 247.20373 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Craftsman 247.20373 and the Wheel Horse 417-8 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 247.20373 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Craftsman 247.20373 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 247.20373 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Wheel Horse 417-8 is heavier: 265 kg versus 234 kg for the Craftsman 247.20373.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 247.20373 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Craftsman 247.20373 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".