Craftsman 247.27050 vs John Deere 856

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 247.27050

Craftsman 247.27050

24 HP · 2017

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John Deere 856

John Deere 856

24 HP · 1986–1998

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 247.27050 and the John Deere 856 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
  • The Craftsman 247.27050 is the more recent model: production started in 2017, versus 1986 for the John Deere 856.
  • The John Deere 856 is heavier: 816 kg versus 362 kg for the Craftsman 247.27050.

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 247.27050John Deere 856
Power24 HP24 HP
Production years20171986–1998
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders23
Weight362 kg816 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Rear lift capacity—764 kg
Wheelbase93 cm220 cm
Length213 cm280 cm
Mower deck48"—

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