Craftsman 247.28915

The Craftsman 247.28915 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 597 cc 36.43 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: 918-04892B. Operating weight: 530 lbs 240 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.5 gal 5.7 L
Transmission
918-04892B
Operating Weight
530 lbs 240 kg

Overview

Craftsman 247.28915 tractor photo
2013 LT2500 SeriesLawn tractorMTD built LT2500 Series Lawn tractor MTD built
Production
Distributor
Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer
MTD
Lawn tractor
Original price was $1,750 in 2013
Variants
247.28889
California emissions
Craftsman 247.28915 Engine
22HP Kohler 597cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
1.5 gal 5.7 L
Engine details ...
Craftsman 247.28915 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Steering
manual
Open operator station
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
manual
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
35 inches 88 cm
Weight
530 lbs 240 kg
Front tire
15x6x6
Rear tire
20x8x8
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Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 597 cc / 36.43 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Kohler Courage SV620-3215
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder 2-valve, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
597 cc 36.43 ci
Power (gross)
22 hp 16.4 kW
Fuel system
carburetor
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Sparkplug
Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap
0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil change
50 h

Transmission

Transmission — 918-04892B

Transmission
918-04892B
Type
belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 247.28915 Tires
Lawn/turf front
15x6x6
Lawn/turf rear
20x8x8
Dimensions
Wheelbase
35 inches 88 cm
Length
70 inches 177 cm
Width
51 inches 129 cm
Height
35.5 inches 90 cm
Shipping weight
530 lbs 240 kg

Attachments

46" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Craftsman
2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
46 inches 116 cm
Belt
MTD 954-04219
Cut height
1.5 to 4 inch 3 to 10 cm
Cut positions
5

Photos

Craftsman 247.28915 tractor photo

Craftsman 247.28915 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 247.28915 based on its 22 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm)Light DutyIdeal for garden plots and light sandy soil.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
4 ft (48 in)1.2 mLight DutyPasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
42 to 48 in105 - 120 cmLight DutyCovers 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 DutySmall 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 247.28915.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.3 hrs

Approximately 1.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.5 gal / 5.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 247.28915 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 247.28915.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS

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