Craftsman 917.28853 vs John Deere Z255

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28853

Craftsman 917.28853

22 HP · 2011–2013

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John Deere Z255

John Deere Z255

22 HP · 2013–2015

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.28853 and the John Deere Z255 deliver the same power: 22 HP.
  • The John Deere Z255 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 2011 for the Craftsman 917.28853.
  • The John Deere Z255 is heavier: 267 kg versus 233 kg for the Craftsman 917.28853.
  • The John Deere Z255 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28853John Deere Z255
Power22 HP22 HP
Production years2011–20132013–2015
FuelElectricGasoline
Cylinders12
Weight233 kg267 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticGear
Wheelbase118 cm
Length182 cm
Mower deck46"48"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28853 or the John Deere Z255?

The Craftsman 917.28853 and the John Deere Z255 deliver the same power: 22 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28853 or the John Deere Z255?

The John Deere Z255 is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 2011 for the Craftsman 917.28853.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28853 or the John Deere Z255?

The John Deere Z255 is heavier: 267 kg versus 233 kg for the Craftsman 917.28853.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28853 or the John Deere Z255?

The John Deere Z255 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 46".

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