Craftsman 247.28881 vs John Deere 317
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 247.28881 and the John Deere 317 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1979 for the John Deere 317.
- The Craftsman 247.28881 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 247.28881 | John Deere 317 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2011–2012 | 1979–1983 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | — | 317 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 116 cm |
| Length | — | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the John Deere 317?
The Craftsman 247.28881 and the John Deere 317 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the John Deere 317?
The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1979 for the John Deere 317.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the John Deere 317?
The Craftsman 247.28881 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
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