Craftsman 917.27773 vs John Deere S170
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27773 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 2016 for the Craftsman 917.27773.
- The Craftsman 917.27773 is heavier: 315 kg versus 228 kg for the John Deere S170.
- The John Deere S170 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27773 | John Deere S170 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2016+ | 2021+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | — |
| Weight | 315 kg | 228 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 121 cm | — |
| Length | 201 cm | 194 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27773 or the John Deere S170?
The Craftsman 917.27773 and the John Deere S170 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27773 or the John Deere S170?
The John Deere S170 is the more recent model: production started in 2021, versus 2016 for the Craftsman 917.27773.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.27773 or the John Deere S170?
The Craftsman 917.27773 is heavier: 315 kg versus 228 kg for the John Deere S170.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27773 or the John Deere S170?
The John Deere S170 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

