Craftsman 917.28828 vs John Deere LA165
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28828 and the John Deere LA165 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.28828 is heavier: 238 kg versus 237 kg for the John Deere LA165.
- The John Deere LA165 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28828 | John Deere LA165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Production years | 2008 | 2008–2010 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 238 kg | 237 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 124 cm |
| Length | — | 175 cm |
| Mower deck | 46" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28828 or the John Deere LA165?
The Craftsman 917.28828 and the John Deere LA165 deliver the same power: 24 HP.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28828 or the John Deere LA165?
The Craftsman 917.28828 is heavier: 238 kg versus 237 kg for the John Deere LA165.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28828 or the John Deere LA165?
The John Deere LA165 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".

