Craftsman 917.28860 vs John Deere X720
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere X720 is more powerful than the Craftsman 917.28860: 27 HP versus 26 HP (+1 HP, +4%).
- The Craftsman 917.28860 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the John Deere X720.
- The John Deere X720 is heavier: 516 kg versus 270 kg for the Craftsman 917.28860.
- The Craftsman 917.28860 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28860 | John Deere X720 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 26 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2008 | 2006–2012 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 270 kg | 516 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 138 cm |
| Length | — | 200 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 54" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X720?
The John Deere X720 is more powerful than the Craftsman 917.28860: 27 HP versus 26 HP (+1 HP, +4%).
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X720?
The Craftsman 917.28860 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the John Deere X720.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X720?
The John Deere X720 is heavier: 516 kg versus 270 kg for the Craftsman 917.28860.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X720?
The Craftsman 917.28860 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".