Craftsman 917.27778 vs John Deere E130
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27778 and the John Deere E130 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
- The John Deere E130 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2016 for the Craftsman 917.27778.
- The Craftsman 917.27778 is heavier: 326 kg versus 198 kg for the John Deere E130.
- The Craftsman 917.27778 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27778 | John Deere E130 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 22 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2016+ | 2018–2020 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 326 kg | 198 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 93 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 214 cm | 186 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E130?
The Craftsman 917.27778 and the John Deere E130 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E130?
The John Deere E130 is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 2016 for the Craftsman 917.27778.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E130?
The Craftsman 917.27778 is heavier: 326 kg versus 198 kg for the John Deere E130.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E130?
The Craftsman 917.27778 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

