Craftsman 917.27342 vs John Deere 285
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27342 and the John Deere 285 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.27342 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1987 for the John Deere 285.
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27342 | John Deere 285 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2000 | 1987–1992 |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | — | 283 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 181 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 46" |