Craftsman 917.27081

The Craftsman 917.27081 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 (gross): 19.5 hp / 14.5 kW. Transmission: Dana 4360.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 19.5 hp / 14.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3.5 gal 13.2 L

Transmission

Dana 4360

Overview

	1998 - 2000 EZ3 SeriesLawn tractorAYP built EZ3 Series Lawn tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Lawn tractor
Original price was $1,400 in 1998

Variants
27081	gear
27082	hydrostatic

Craftsman 917.27081 Engine
19.5HP Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
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Craftsman 917.27081 Transmission
6-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

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

Dimensions & Tires
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Electrical
Charging amps	3 (battery)
	5 (headlights)
Battery CCA	240
Battery AH	30
Battery Group	U1R

Engine

Engine Detail — 693 cc / 42.33 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 42E707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft opposed twin
Displacement	693 cc 42.33 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.4375x2.281 inches 87 x 58 mm
Power (gross)	19.5 hp 14.5 kW
Sparkplug	Champion RJ19LM
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity	1.5 qts 1.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — Dana 4360

Transmission	Dana 4360
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27081 Tires

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 917.27081 based on its 19.5 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 917.27081.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.5 hrs

Approximately 3.5 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 (3.8 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 917.27081 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)19.5 hp

Kilowatts (kW)14.5 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)19.8 PS

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