Craftsman 917.27316 vs John Deere LX288

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.27316

Craftsman 917.27316

18 HP · 2003

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John Deere LX288

John Deere LX288

18 HP · 1999–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.27316 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.27316 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1999 for the John Deere LX288.

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.27316John Deere LX288
Power18 HP18 HP
Production years20031999–2003
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight220 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Wheelbase120 cm
Length176 cm
Mower deck42"42"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27316 or the John Deere LX288?

The Craftsman 917.27316 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27316 or the John Deere LX288?

The Craftsman 917.27316 is the more recent model: production started in 2003, versus 1999 for the John Deere LX288.

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