Craftsman 917.27342 vs John Deere SST18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27342 and the John Deere SST18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
- The John Deere SST18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1998 for the Craftsman 917.27342.
- The John Deere SST18 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27342 | John Deere SST18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2000 | 2000–2003 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 298 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 125 cm |
| Length | — | 190 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the John Deere SST18?
The Craftsman 917.27342 and the John Deere SST18 deliver the same power: 18 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the John Deere SST18?
The John Deere SST18 is the more recent model: production started in 2000, versus 1998 for the Craftsman 917.27342.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the John Deere SST18?
The John Deere SST18 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".