Craftsman 917.27342 vs Scotts 42502X
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27342 is more powerful than the Scotts 42502X: 18 HP versus 17 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
- The Craftsman 917.27342 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27342 | Scotts 42502X | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 18 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 1998–2000 | 1998 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 6 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the Scotts 42502X?
The Craftsman 917.27342 is more powerful than the Scotts 42502X: 18 HP versus 17 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27342 or the Scotts 42502X?
The Craftsman 917.27342 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".