Craftsman 917.28803 vs Simplicity 17GTH

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28803

Craftsman 917.28803

17 HP · 2008

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Simplicity 17GTH

Simplicity 17GTH

17 HP · 1990–1991

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.28803 and the Simplicity 17GTH deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.28803 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1990 for the Simplicity 17GTH.
  • The Simplicity 17GTH is heavier: 232 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.28803.

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28803Simplicity 17GTH
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years20081990–1991
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight224 kg232 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 1—
Wheelbase—122 cm
Length—170 cm
Mower deck42"42"

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