Craftsman 917.25023 vs John Deere X749
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25023 and the John Deere X749 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25023 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2008 for the John Deere X749.
- The John Deere X749 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25023 | John Deere X749 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2012 | 2008–2012 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Weight | — | 546 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 142 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 X749?
The Craftsman 917.25023 and the John Deere X749 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25023 or the John Deere X749?
The Craftsman 917.25023 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 2008 for the John Deere X749.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.25023 or the John Deere X749?
The John Deere X749 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".