Craftsman 917.28890 vs John Deere Z445

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28890

Craftsman 917.28890

25 HP · 2008

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John Deere Z445

John Deere Z445

25 HP · 2007–2015

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 917.28890 and the John Deere Z445 deliver the same power: 25 HP.
  • The Craftsman 917.28890 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2007 for the John Deere Z445.
  • The John Deere Z445 is heavier: 301 kg versus 252 kg for the Craftsman 917.28890.

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 917.28890John Deere Z445
Power25 HP25 HP
Production years20082007–2015
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight252 kg301 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionHydrostaticHydrostatic
Wheelbase121 cm
Length189 cm
Mower deck48"48"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28890 or the John Deere Z445?

The Craftsman 917.28890 and the John Deere Z445 deliver the same power: 25 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28890 or the John Deere Z445?

The Craftsman 917.28890 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 2007 for the John Deere Z445.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28890 or the John Deere Z445?

The John Deere Z445 is heavier: 301 kg versus 252 kg for the Craftsman 917.28890.

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