Craftsman 917.28861 vs Simplicity Champion 26/52
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28861 and the Simplicity Champion 26/52 deliver the same power: 26 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.28861 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 2010 for the Simplicity Champion 26/52.
- The Simplicity Champion 26/52 is heavier: 327 kg versus 270 kg for the Craftsman 917.28861.
- The Craftsman 917.28861 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 52".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28861 | Simplicity Champion 26/52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 26 HP | 26 HP |
| Production years | 2011–2013 | 2010–2012 |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 270 kg | 327 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | — |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Wheelbase | — | 124 cm |
| Length | — | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 52" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28861 or the Simplicity Champion 26/52?
The Craftsman 917.28861 and the Simplicity Champion 26/52 deliver the same power: 26 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28861 or the Simplicity Champion 26/52?
The Craftsman 917.28861 is the more recent model: production started in 2011, versus 2010 for the Simplicity Champion 26/52.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28861 or the Simplicity Champion 26/52?
The Simplicity Champion 26/52 is heavier: 327 kg versus 270 kg for the Craftsman 917.28861.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28861 or the Simplicity Champion 26/52?
The Craftsman 917.28861 has the wider mower deck: 54" versus 52".