Craftsman 917.27242 vs John Deere 355D
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27242 and the John Deere 355D deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.27242 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1999 for the John Deere 355D.
- The Craftsman 917.27242 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27242 | John Deere 355D | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2001 | 1999–2001 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 321 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 183 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27242 or the John Deere 355D?
The Craftsman 917.27242 and the John Deere 355D deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27242 or the John Deere 355D?
The Craftsman 917.27242 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1999 for the John Deere 355D.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27242 or the John Deere 355D?
The Craftsman 917.27242 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".