Craftsman 917.27316 vs John Deere GX355
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27316 and the John Deere GX355 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.27316 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the John Deere GX355.
- The John Deere GX355 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27316 | John Deere GX355 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 2003 | 2002–2005 |
| Fuel | Electric | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 336 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 917.27316 or the John Deere GX355?
The Craftsman 917.27316 and the John Deere GX355 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27316 or the John Deere GX355?
The Craftsman 917.27316 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 2002 for the John Deere GX355.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27316 or the John Deere GX355?
The John Deere GX355 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

