Craftsman 917.25149

The Craftsman 917.25149 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 674 cc 41.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear BU-10L-122.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3.5 gal 13.2 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear BU-10L-122

Overview

	1996 Garden tractorAYP built Garden tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Garden tractor

Craftsman 917.25149 Engine
18.5HP Kohler 674cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...

Craftsman 917.25149 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

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

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	16x6.5-8
Rear tire	23x10.5-12
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	240
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	30
Battery Group	U1R

References

Craftsman Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1996, by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — 674 cc / 41.18 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler MV18S
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft opposed-twin
Displacement	674 cc 41.18 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.12x2.75 inches 79 x 70 mm
Power	18.5 hp 13.8 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

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear BU-10L-122

Transmission	Hydro-Gear BU-10L-122
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.25149 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.5-12

Dimensions

Attachments

46" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman EZ3
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	46 inches 116 cm
Belt	AYP 148763 (primary)
	AYP 144959 (on-deck)
Cut height	1.5 to 4 inch 3 to 10 cm
Cut positions	infinite

Photos

Craftsman 917.25149 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.25149 based on its 18.5 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 917.25149.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.6 hrs

Approximately 3.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.6 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 917.25149 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)18.5 hp

Kilowatts (kW)13.8 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.8 PS

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