Craftsman 917.28033 vs John Deere X304
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28033 and the John Deere X304 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.28033 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2006 for the John Deere X304.
- The John Deere X304 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28033 | John Deere X304 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2009 | 2006–2015 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | — | 252 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 125 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28033 or the John Deere X304?
The Craftsman 917.28033 and the John Deere X304 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28033 or the John Deere X304?
The Craftsman 917.28033 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2006 for the John Deere X304.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28033 or the John Deere X304?
The John Deere X304 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".