Craftsman 917.25431 vs John Deere 214

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25431

Craftsman 917.25431

14 HP · 1987–1988

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John Deere 214

John Deere 214

14 HP · 1975–1987

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.25431 and the John Deere 214 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.25431 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1975 for the John Deere 214.
  • The John Deere 214 is heavier: 315 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.25431John Deere 214
Power14 HP14 HP
Production years1987–19881975–1987
FuelGasoline
Cylinders2
Weight224 kg315 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase116 cm
Length162 cm171 cm
Mower deck38"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the John Deere 214?

The Craftsman 917.25431 and the John Deere 214 deliver the same power: 14 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the John Deere 214?

The Craftsman 917.25431 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1975 for the John Deere 214.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.25431 or the John Deere 214?

The John Deere 214 is heavier: 315 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.25431.

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