Craftsman 917.28707 vs Cub Cadet Z-Force 44
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28707 and the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.28707 is the more recent model: production started in 2007, versus 2004 for the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44.
- The Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28707 | Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 2007 | 2004–2011 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 114 cm |
| Length | — | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28707 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44?
The Craftsman 917.28707 and the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28707 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44?
The Craftsman 917.28707 is the more recent model: production started in 2007, versus 2004 for the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28707 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force 44?
The Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".

