Craftsman 917.25328 vs John Deere X304
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.25328 and the John Deere X304 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.25328 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the John Deere X304.
- The John Deere X304 is heavier: 252 kg versus 200 kg for the Craftsman 917.25328.
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.25328 | John Deere X304 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2008 | 2006–2015 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 200 kg | 252 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 125 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | — | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25328 or the John Deere X304?
The Craftsman 917.25328 and the John Deere X304 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25328 or the John Deere X304?
The Craftsman 917.25328 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the John Deere X304.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25328 or the John Deere X304?
The John Deere X304 is heavier: 252 kg versus 200 kg for the Craftsman 917.25328.

