Craftsman 917.27535 vs Toro Z420
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27535 and the Toro Z420 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.27535 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2005 for the Toro Z420.
- The Toro Z420 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27535 | Toro Z420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2006 | 2005–2006 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27535 or the Toro Z420?
The Craftsman 917.27535 and the Toro Z420 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27535 or the Toro Z420?
The Craftsman 917.27535 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2005 for the Toro Z420.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27535 or the Toro Z420?
The Toro Z420 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

