Craftsman 247.28881 vs John Deere 265
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 247.28881 and the John Deere 265 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1988 for the John Deere 265.
- The John Deere 265 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 247.28881 | John Deere 265 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2011–2012 | 1988–1994 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | — | 285 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the John Deere 265?
The Craftsman 247.28881 and the John Deere 265 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the John Deere 265?
The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1988 for the John Deere 265.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the John Deere 265?
The John Deere 265 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
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