Craftsman 917.28812 vs Simplicity Javelin 20/38
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28812 and the Simplicity Javelin 20/38 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.28812 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the Simplicity Javelin 20/38.
- The Simplicity Javelin 20/38 is heavier: 235 kg versus 223 kg for the Craftsman 917.28812.
- The Craftsman 917.28812 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28812 | Simplicity Javelin 20/38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 2008 | 2006–2008 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 223 kg | 235 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | — | 121 cm |
| Length | — | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28812 or the Simplicity Javelin 20/38?
The Craftsman 917.28812 and the Simplicity Javelin 20/38 deliver the same power: 20 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28812 or the Simplicity Javelin 20/38?
The Craftsman 917.28812 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the Simplicity Javelin 20/38.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28812 or the Simplicity Javelin 20/38?
The Simplicity Javelin 20/38 is heavier: 235 kg versus 223 kg for the Craftsman 917.28812.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28812 or the Simplicity Javelin 20/38?
The Craftsman 917.28812 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".