Craftsman 123.8844
The Craftsman 123.8844 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 221 cc 13.53 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 4.5 hp / 3.4 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 315 lbs 142 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 4.5 hp / 3.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
5 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
315 lbs
142 kg
Overview
![]() | 1960
Riding lawn mowerYardman built
Riding lawn mower
Yardman built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Yardman |
Riding lawn mower | |
Built in Jackson, Michigan, USA | |
Original price was $370 in 1960 | |
Variants | |
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8852 | recoil start |
8844 | electric start |
Craftsman 123.8844 Engine | |
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4.5HP Lauson 221cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Craftsman 123.8844 Transmission | |
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5-speed friction disc | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 315 lbs
142 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 221 cc / 13.53 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Lauson |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 221 cc
13.53 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.625x2.25 inches
67 x 57 mm |
Power (gross) | 4.5 hp
3.4 kW |
Starter type | electric |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 2 reverse friction disc
Type | friction disc |
Gears | 5 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
Craftsman 123.8844 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 315 lbs
142 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Cut height | 1.375 to 3.625 inch
3 to 9 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 123.8844.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 123.8844 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 123.8844.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)4.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)4.6 PS
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