Craftsman 917.27301

The Craftsman 917.27301 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 624 cc 38.1 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear BDU-10L.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3.5 gal 13.2 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear BDU-10L

Overview

	1998 - 1999 Garden tractorAYP built Garden tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Garden tractor
Original price was $2,700 in 1998

Variants
27301	gear
27302	hydrostatic

Craftsman 917.27301 Engine
20HP Kohler 624cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
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Craftsman 917.27301 Transmission
6-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Open operator station.

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

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	16x6.5-8
Rear tire	23x10.5-12
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	280
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	35
Battery Group	U1R

Engine

Engine Detail — 624 cc / 38.1 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler CV20S
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement	624 cc 38.1 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.03x2.64 inches 77 x 67 mm
Power	20 hp 14.9 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.040 inches 1.016 mm
Oil capacity	2.1 qts 2.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear BDU-10L

Transmission	Hydro-Gear BDU-10L
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27301 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.5-12

Dimensions

Attachments

46" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	3-blade
Cutting width	46 inches 116 cm

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27301 based on its 20 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.
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 917.27301.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.4 hrs

Approximately 3.4 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 (3.9 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 917.27301 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)20 hp

Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS

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