Craftsman 917.27394 vs John Deere S170
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27394 and the John Deere S170 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The John Deere S170 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2017 for the Craftsman 917.27394.
- The Craftsman 917.27394 is heavier: 264 kg versus 228 kg for the John Deere S170.
- The Craftsman 917.27394 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27394 | John Deere S170 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2017+ | 2021+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 264 kg | 228 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | — | 194 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S170?
The Craftsman 917.27394 and the John Deere S170 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S170?
The John Deere S170 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2017 for the Craftsman 917.27394.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S170?
The Craftsman 917.27394 is heavier: 264 kg versus 228 kg for the John Deere S170.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27394 or the John Deere S170?
The Craftsman 917.27394 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".

