Craftsman 917.28860 vs John Deere X728
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere X728 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 X728.
- The John Deere X728 is heavier: 419 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 X728 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 26 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 2008 | 2006–2012 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 270 kg | 419 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | — | 141 cm |
| Length | — | 190 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 54" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X728?
The John Deere X728 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 X728?
The Craftsman 917.28860 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2006 for the John Deere X728.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X728?
The John Deere X728 is heavier: 419 kg versus 270 kg for the Craftsman 917.28860.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28860 or the John Deere X728?
The Craftsman 917.28860 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 48".