Craftsman 917.27294 vs John Deere GX345
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27294 and the John Deere GX345 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.27294 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the John Deere GX345.
- The John Deere GX345 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27294 | John Deere GX345 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 2003 | 2002–2005 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 309 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 125 cm |
| Length | — | 183 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27294 or the John Deere GX345?
The Craftsman 917.27294 and the John Deere GX345 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27294 or the John Deere GX345?
The Craftsman 917.27294 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the John Deere GX345.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27294 or the John Deere GX345?
The John Deere GX345 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".