Craftsman 917.28945 vs Cub Cadet Z-Force S60
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 917.28945 and the Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 deliver the same power: 26 HP.
- The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 2009 for the Craftsman 917.28945.
- The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 is heavier: 358 kg versus 267 kg for the Craftsman 917.28945.
- The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 54".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 917.28945 | Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 26 HP | 26 HP |
| Production years | 2009–2011 | 2010–2013 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 267 kg | 358 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 109 cm |
| Length | — | 177 cm |
| Mower deck | 54" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 917.28945 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force S60?
The Craftsman 917.28945 and the Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 deliver the same power: 26 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 917.28945 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force S60?
The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 2009 for the Craftsman 917.28945.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 917.28945 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force S60?
The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 is heavier: 358 kg versus 267 kg for the Craftsman 917.28945.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 917.28945 or the Cub Cadet Z-Force S60?
The Cub Cadet Z-Force S60 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 54".