Craftsman 502.25605 vs John Deere 100
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 100 is more powerful than the Craftsman 502.25605: 8 HP versus 7 HP (+1 HP, +14%).
- The Craftsman 502.25605 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
- The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 502.25605.
- The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 25".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 502.25605 | John Deere 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1978 | 1975–1978 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 120 kg | 176 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 107 cm |
| Length | — | 149 cm |
| Mower deck | 25" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 502.25605 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 is more powerful than the Craftsman 502.25605: 8 HP versus 7 HP (+1 HP, +14%).
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 502.25605 or the John Deere 100?
The Craftsman 502.25605 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 502.25605 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 502.25605.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 502.25605 or the John Deere 100?
The John Deere 100 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 25".

