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Craftsman 28033
Craftsman 28033
Approximate retail price:
$1600
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Summary: This 30-inch, 17.5-hp Craftsman lawn tractor has a hydrostatic drive and can only bag. The model is backed by a 2-year warranty.
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Type: Automatic-drive models
About - Craftsman 28033

The 28033 is part of the lawn mower & tractor test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, lawn tractor models like the 28033 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Evenness:
This is how close the tractors came to even, carpet-like mowing.

Side discharging:
This is how evenly clippings were dispersed from the side-discharge chute.

Mulching:
This is how finely and evenly clippings were cut and dispersed in this mode.
About This Brand

Craftsman is one of the market leaders in lawn mower and tractor sales. Most of the models in the Craftsman line are made by Husqvarna. Craftsman lawn tractors run the price spectrum from gear-drive models priced at about $1,000 to fully-featured hydrostatic drive units that cost more than $2,000. Most Craftsman lawn tractors feature Briggs & Stratton engines, and the 42-inch-deck models are among the most popular. The majority of Craftsman lawn mowers are gas powered, but the company offers a corded electric and an electric rechargeable model. Most models feature either a Honda or Briggs & Stratton engine and have side-discharge, rear-bag, and mulching modes. Craftsman also markets a line of garden tractors and zero-turn riders. Craftsman products are sold at Sears, Kmart, and online at Sears.com.

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Features & Specs - Craftsman 28033
info Deck size (in.) 30
info Engine power (hp) 17.5
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User Reviews - Craftsman 28033
Average User Rating
 
(based on 1 reviews)

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Unsure about this one
By Frustrated mowers from Fort Smith, AR on 5/23/2009
Pros:
Automatic Transmission, No "jerky" starts, Small
Cons:
Blade placement, Deck height
Best Uses:
For golf courses
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Have not decided if we will keep this one. Too many issues with it. This mower is best for a golf course with short grass and a perfectly flat landscape. Not good for the average lawn with bumps or tree roots. Can not even use on damp grass as it gets clogged and won't go into the bagger. Spent 2 hours today just trying to get it to mow and pick up grass. Gave up already. Will let you know if it works better later or if we have to return it.

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