Craftsman 917.27163

The Craftsman 917.27163 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 499 cc 30.5 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 16.5 hp / 12.3 kW. Transmission: Dana D4360.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 16.5 hp / 12.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

1.25 gal 4.7 L

Transmission

Dana D4360

Overview

	2001 LT 1000 SeriesLawn tractorAYP built LT 1000 Series Lawn tractor AYP built

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

Craftsman 917.27163 Engine
16.5HP Briggs & Stratton 499cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	1.25 gal 4.7 L
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Craftsman 917.27163 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	manual

Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire	18x9.5
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	3 (battery)
	5 (lights)
Battery CCA	190
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	25
Battery Group	U1R

References

A Complete Line of 2001 Riding Equipment and Attachments published by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — 499 cc / 30.5 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 310707
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	499 cc 30.5 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.57x3.06 inches 91 x 78 mm
Power	16.5 hp 12.3 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 — Dana D4360

Transmission	Dana D4360
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27163 Tires
Lawn/turf rear	18x9.5

Dimensions

Attachments

Attachment overview
42" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade

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

Photos

Craftsman 917.27163 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27163 based on its 16.5 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 917.27163.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.5 hrs

Approximately 1.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.3 gal / 4.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.2 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 917.27163 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)16.5 hp

Kilowatts (kW)12.3 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.7 PS

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