Craftsman 917.28825 vs John Deere X749
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28825 and the John Deere X749 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The John Deere X749 is heavier: 546 kg versus 229 kg for the Craftsman 917.28825.
- The John Deere X749 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28825 | John Deere X749 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2008 | 2008–2012 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Weight | 229 kg | 546 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 142 cm |
| Length | — | 200 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28825 or the John Deere X749?
The Craftsman 917.28825 and the John Deere X749 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28825 or the John Deere X749?
The John Deere X749 is heavier: 546 kg versus 229 kg for the Craftsman 917.28825.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28825 or the John Deere X749?
The John Deere X749 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".

