Craftsman 247.28881 vs Wheel Horse 417-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 247.28881 and the Wheel Horse 417-8 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
- The Craftsman 247.28881 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 247.28881 | Wheel Horse 417-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2011–2012 | 1985–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 265 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 2 |
| Wheelbase | — | 115 cm |
| Length | — | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Craftsman 247.28881 and the Wheel Horse 417-8 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the Wheel Horse 417-8?
The Craftsman 247.28881 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
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