Craftsman 123.8850
The Craftsman 123.8850 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 221 cc 13.53 ci engine. The rated power output is 4 hp 3.0 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 230 lbs 104 kg.
Engine Power
4 hp
3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
5 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
230 lbs
104 kg
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 123.8850 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Yardman |
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Built in Jackson, Michigan, USA | |
Original price was $260 in 1959 | |
Variants | |
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8850 | recoil start |
8837 | electric start |
Craftsman 123.8850 Engine | |
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4HP Lauson 221cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
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Craftsman 123.8850 Transmission | |
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5-speed friction disc | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 230 lbs
104 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
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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 hp
3.0 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
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Transmission — 5 forward and 2 reverse friction disc
Type | friction disc |
Gears | 5 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
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Craftsman 123.8850 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 230 lbs
104 kg |
Attachments
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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 |
Photos
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 123.8850 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 123.8850.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)4.1 PS
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