Craftsman 917.27379 vs Cub Cadet CLT-538
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27379 and the Cub Cadet CLT-538 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.27379 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2000 for the Cub Cadet CLT-538.
- The Craftsman 917.27379 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27379 | Cub Cadet CLT-538 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2004 | 2000–2010 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27379 or the Cub Cadet CLT-538?
The Craftsman 917.27379 and the Cub Cadet CLT-538 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27379 or the Cub Cadet CLT-538?
The Craftsman 917.27379 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2000 for the Cub Cadet CLT-538.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27379 or the Cub Cadet CLT-538?
The Craftsman 917.27379 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".