Craftsman 917.27779 vs Kubota Z231BR
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.27779 is more powerful than the Kubota Z231BR: 23 HP versus 22 HP (+1 HP, +5%).
- The Kubota Z231BR is the more recent model: production started in 2019, versus 2016 for the Craftsman 917.27779.
- The Craftsman 917.27779 is heavier: 353 kg versus 334 kg for the Kubota Z231BR.
- The Craftsman 917.27779 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.27779 | Kubota Z231BR | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 23 HP | 22 HP |
| Production years | 2016+ | 2019+ |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 353 kg | 334 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 93 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 214 cm | 194 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.27779 or the Kubota Z231BR?
The Craftsman 917.27779 is more powerful than the Kubota Z231BR: 23 HP versus 22 HP (+1 HP, +5%).
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.27779 or the Kubota Z231BR?
The Kubota Z231BR is the more recent model: production started in 2019, versus 2016 for the Craftsman 917.27779.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.27779 or the Kubota Z231BR?
The Craftsman 917.27779 is heavier: 353 kg versus 334 kg for the Kubota Z231BR.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.27779 or the Kubota Z231BR?
The Craftsman 917.27779 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".

