Craftsman 917.28903 vs Toro XL440
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28903 and the Toro XL440 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
- The Craftsman 917.28903 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2005 for the Toro XL440.
- The Toro XL440 is heavier: 249 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.28903.
- The Toro XL440 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28903 | Toro XL440 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 17 HP |
| Production years | 2009 | 2005–2010 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 224 kg | 249 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 120 cm |
| Length | — | 172 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 44" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28903 or the Toro XL440?
The Craftsman 917.28903 and the Toro XL440 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28903 or the Toro XL440?
The Craftsman 917.28903 is the more recent model: production started in 2009, versus 2005 for the Toro XL440.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28903 or the Toro XL440?
The Toro XL440 is heavier: 249 kg versus 224 kg for the Craftsman 917.28903.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28903 or the Toro XL440?
The Toro XL440 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 42".