Craftsman 917.27226 vs John Deere M665

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.27226

Craftsman 917.27226

25 HP · 2001–2002

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John Deere M665

John Deere M665

25 HP · 2000–2001

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.27226 and the John Deere M665 deliver the same power: 25 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.27226 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 2000 for the John Deere M665.
  • The John Deere M665 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.27226John Deere M665
Power25 HP25 HP
Production years2001–20022000–2001
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders22
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Wheelbase132 cm
Length200 cm
Mower deck48"60"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27226 or the John Deere M665?

The Craftsman 917.27226 and the John Deere M665 deliver the same power: 25 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27226 or the John Deere M665?

The Craftsman 917.27226 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 2000 for the John Deere M665.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27226 or the John Deere M665?

The John Deere M665 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

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