Craftsman 917.27245
The Craftsman 917.27245 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 656 cc 40.03 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 21.5 hp / 16.0 kW. Transmission: Peerless 206-545C.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 21.5 hp / 16.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
3.5 gal
13.2 L
Transmission
Peerless 206-545C
Overview
 | 2002
LTX 1000 SeriesLawn tractorAYP built
LTX 1000 Series
Lawn tractor
AYP built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | AYP |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $1,350 in 2002 | |
Craftsman 917.27245 Engine | |
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21.5HP Briggs & Stratton 656cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 3.5 gal
13.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Craftsman 917.27245 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual idler pulley |
Mid PTO Type | pulley |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 20x10.00-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 3 (charging) |
5 (lights) | |
Battery CCA | 230 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 28 |
Battery Group | U1R |
References | |
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Owner's Manual Lawn Tractor 917.272450 (18355) published in 2002 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 656 cc / 40.03 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 407777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 656 cc
40.03 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.89 inches
75 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 21.5 hp
16.0 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Oil change | 50 h |
Craftsman 917.27245 Engine | |
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Image courtesy of Henry Peet |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 206-545C
Transmission | Peerless 206-545C |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
Craftsman 917.27245 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 20x10.00-8 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
Belt | 144959 |
Photos
Craftsman 917.27245
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27245 based on its 21.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 917.27245.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.1 hrs
Approximately 3.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.2 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 917.27245 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27245.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)21.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)21.8 PS
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