Craftsman 917.27608 vs John Deere 777
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 777 is more powerful than the Craftsman 917.27608: 27 HP versus 26 HP (+1 HP, +4%).
- The Craftsman 917.27608 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2003 for the John Deere 777.
- The John Deere 777 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27608 | John Deere 777 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 26 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2004 | 2003–2007 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 589 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Length | — | 226 cm |
| Mower deck | 48" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27608 or the John Deere 777?
The John Deere 777 is more powerful than the Craftsman 917.27608: 27 HP versus 26 HP (+1 HP, +4%).
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27608 or the John Deere 777?
The Craftsman 917.27608 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2003 for the John Deere 777.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27608 or the John Deere 777?
The John Deere 777 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".

