Craftsman 917.25049

The Craftsman 917.25049 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 214-3010. Drive type: belt.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW

Drive & Traction

belt

Fuel & Capacities

3.5 gal 13.2 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear 214-3010

Overview

	1995 GT6000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built GT6000 Series Garden tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Garden tractor
Original price was $2,500 in 1995

Variants
25048	gear
25049	hydrostatic

Craftsman 917.25049 Engine
18HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...

Craftsman 917.25049 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	electric
Mid PTO Type	pulley

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	16x6.5-8
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery volts	12

References

Owner's Manual Model Number 917.250490 (148917) published in 1995

Engine

Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler MV18S
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft opposed-twin
Displacement	691 cc 42.18 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.12x2.75 inches 79 x 70 mm
Power (gross)	18 hp 13.4 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion RV17YC
Sparkplug gap	0.025 inches 0.635 mm
Oil capacity	2 qts 1.9 L
Oil change	25 h

Craftsman 917.25049 Engine

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear 214-3010

Transmission	Hydro-Gear 214-3010
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.25049 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.50-12

Dimensions

Attachments

44" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	44 inches 111 cm
Drive	belt

Photos

Sears Craftsman 917.250490 garden tractor with mower deck.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.25049 based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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.

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 917.25049.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs

Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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 917.25049 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)18 hp

Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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