Craftsman 247.27038
The Craftsman 247.27038 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 747 cc 45.6 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: Tuff Torq.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 20 hp / 14.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3 gal
11.4 L
Transmission
Tuff Torq
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $1,800 in 2017 | |
Craftsman 247.27038 Engine | |
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20HP Kohler 747cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3 gal
11.4 L |
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Craftsman 247.27038 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 36 inches
91 cm |
Front tire | 15x6 |
Rear tire | 20x8 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 747 cc / 45.6 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 747 cc
45.6 ci |
Power (gross) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
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Transmission — Tuff Torq
Transmission | Tuff Torq |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
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Craftsman 247.27038 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x8 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 36 inches
91 cm |
Front axle | Cast-iron |
Attachments
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Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Photos
Craftsman 247.27038 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 247.27038 based on its 20 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 247.27038.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.9 hrs
Approximately 2.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.9 L/hr)
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 247.27038 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 247.27038.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)20 hp
Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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