Craftsman 247.28881 vs Wheel Horse 417-A

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 247.28881

Craftsman 247.28881

17 HP · 2011–2012

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Wheel Horse 417-A

Wheel Horse 417-A

17 HP · 1985–1986

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 247.28881 and the Wheel Horse 417-A 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-A.
  • The Craftsman 247.28881 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 247.28881Wheel Horse 417-A
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years2011–20121985–1986
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight287 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase115 cm
Length165 cm
Mower deck42"36"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the Wheel Horse 417-A?

The Craftsman 247.28881 and the Wheel Horse 417-A deliver the same power: 17 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the Wheel Horse 417-A?

The Craftsman 247.28881 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 1985 for the Wheel Horse 417-A.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 247.28881 or the Wheel Horse 417-A?

The Craftsman 247.28881 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".

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