Craftsman 917.27208 vs John Deere LX277

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.27208

Craftsman 917.27208

17 HP · 2001

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John Deere LX277

John Deere LX277

17 HP · 1999–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.27208 and the John Deere LX277 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.27208 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1999 for the John Deere LX277.

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.27208John Deere LX277
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years20011999–2003
FuelGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight220 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase120 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27208 or the John Deere LX277?

The Craftsman 917.27208 and the John Deere LX277 deliver the same power: 17 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27208 or the John Deere LX277?

The Craftsman 917.27208 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1999 for the John Deere LX277.

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