Craftsman 917.27778 vs John Deere E140
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27778 and the John Deere E140 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
- The John Deere E140 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 215 kg for the John Deere E140.
- The John Deere E140 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27778 | John Deere E140 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 22 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2016+ | 2018–2020 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 326 kg | 215 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 93 cm | 124 cm |
| Length | 214 cm | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E140?
The Craftsman 917.27778 and the John Deere E140 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E140?
The John Deere E140 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 E140?
The Craftsman 917.27778 is heavier: 326 kg versus 215 kg for the John Deere E140.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27778 or the John Deere E140?
The John Deere E140 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".

