Craftsman 917.20381 vs Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.20381 and the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD deliver the same power: 19 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.20381 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2012 for the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD.
- The Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.20381 | Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 19 HP | 19 HP |
| Production years | 2014–2016 | 2012–2014 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | — | 306 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | 184 cm | 228 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.20381 or the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD?
The Craftsman 917.20381 and the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD deliver the same power: 19 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.20381 or the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD?
The Craftsman 917.20381 is the more recent model: production started in 2014, versus 2012 for the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.20381 or the Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD?
The Cub Cadet FMZ 48 RD has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

