Craftsman 917.27342 vs John Deere LX288
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27342 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere LX288 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1998 for the Craftsman 917.27342.
- The Craftsman 917.27342 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27342 | John Deere LX288 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2000 | 1999–2003 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 220 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 120 cm |
| Length | — | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the John Deere LX288?
The Craftsman 917.27342 and the John Deere LX288 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the John Deere LX288?
The John Deere LX288 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1998 for the Craftsman 917.27342.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the John Deere LX288?
The Craftsman 917.27342 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".