Craftsman 917.27062

The Craftsman 917.27062 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 465 cc 28.4 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 15.5 hp / 11.6 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 310-0500.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 15.5 hp / 11.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Hydro-Gear 310-0500

Overview

	1998 Lawn tractorAYP built Lawn tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Lawn tractor
Original price was $1,380 in 1998

Craftsman 917.27062 Engine
15.5HP Briggs & Stratton 465cc 1-cyl gasoline
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Craftsman 917.27062 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering

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

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	15x6.0-6
Rear tire	18x9.5-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	3 (battery)
	5 (headlights)
Battery CCA	190
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	25
Battery Group	U1R

Engine

Engine Detail — 465 cc / 28.4 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 28U707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	465 cc 28.4 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.44x3.06 inches 87 x 78 mm
Power	15.5 hp 11.6 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.5 qts 1.4 L
Oil change	25 h
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear 310-0500

Transmission	Hydro-Gear 310-0500
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27062 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.0-6
Lawn/turf rear	18x9.5-8

Dimensions

Attachments

42" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	2-blade
Cutting width	42 inches 106 cm

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27062 based on its 15.5 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 917.27062.

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 917.27062 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)15.5 hp

Kilowatts (kW)11.6 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)15.7 PS

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