Craftsman 917.25023 vs John Deere X748
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25023 and the John Deere X748 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25023 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2006 for the John Deere X748.
- The John Deere X748 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25023 | John Deere X748 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2012 | 2006–2012 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Weight | — | 489 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 141 cm |
| Length | — | 200 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25023 or the John Deere X748?
The Craftsman 917.25023 and the John Deere X748 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25023 or the John Deere X748?
The Craftsman 917.25023 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2006 for the John Deere X748.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25023 or the John Deere X748?
The John Deere X748 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

