Craftsman 917.25593

The Craftsman 917.25593 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 693 cc 42.33 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 740 lbs 335 kg.

Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
740 lbs 335 kg

Overview

Craftsman 917.25593 tractor photo
1991 Garden tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Garden tractor
Original price was $2,399 in 1991
Craftsman 917.25593 Engine
18HP Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank
3.5 gal 13.2 L
Engine details ...
Craftsman 917.25593 Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO
independent
Clutch
electric
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
740 lbs 335 kg
Front tire
16x6.5-8
Rear tire
23x10.5-12
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 693 cc / 42.33 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton 422437
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft opposed-twin
Displacement
693 cc 42.33 ci
Bore/Stroke
3.44x2.28 inches 87 x 58 mm
Power
18 hp 13.4 kW
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Sparkplug
Champion RJ-19LM
Sparkplug gap
0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity
1.5 qts 1.4 L
Oil change
25 h

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse belt-driven gear

Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
6 forward and 2 reverse
917.25593  belt-driven gear speeds

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.25593 Tires
Lawn/turf front
16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear
23x10.5-12
Dimensions
Shipping weight
740 lbs 335 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
44" mid-mount mower deck
Front-end loader
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.
44" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Craftsman
3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width
44 inches 111 cm
Cut height
1.5 to 3.75 inch 3 to 9 cm

Photos

Craftsman 917.25593 tractor photo

Craftsman 917.25593 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.25593 based on its 18 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.
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 917.25593.

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 917.25593 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.25593.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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