Craftsman 917.28809 vs Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50

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Craftsman 917.28809

Craftsman 917.28809

20 HP · 2008

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Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50

Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50

20 HP · 2005–2009

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.28809 and the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.28809 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2005 for the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50.
  • The Craftsman 917.28809 is heavier: 224 kg versus 213 kg for the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50.
  • The Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28809Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50
Power20 HP20 HP
Production years20082005–2009
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight224 kg213 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 1
Wheelbase134 cm
Length180 cm
Mower deck42"50"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28809 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50?

The Craftsman 917.28809 and the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50 deliver the same power: 20 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28809 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50?

The Craftsman 917.28809 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2005 for the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28809 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50?

The Craftsman 917.28809 is heavier: 224 kg versus 213 kg for the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28809 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50?

The Simplicity Broadmoor 20/50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".

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