Craftsman 917.27482

The Craftsman 917.27482 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 503 cc 30.7 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW. Transmission: Peerless LTH2000.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 18.5 hp / 13.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

2 gal 7.6 L

Transmission

Peerless LTH2000

Overview

	2004 DLT 3000 SeriesLawn tractorAYP built DLT 3000 Series Lawn tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Lawn tractor
Original price was $1,650 in 2004

Variants
27481	gear
27482	hydro

Craftsman 917.27482 Engine
18.5HP Briggs & Stratton 503cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2 gal 7.6 L
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Craftsman 917.27482 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	15x6.00-6
Rear tire	20x8-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery CCA	230
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	28
Battery Group	U1R

Engine

Engine Detail — 503 cc / 30.7 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 31P777
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	503 cc 30.7 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.56x3.062 inches 90 x 78 mm
Power	18.5 hp 13.8 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	0.88 qts 0.8 L
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless LTH2000

Transmission	Peerless LTH2000
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27482 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear	20x8-8

Dimensions

Attachments

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

Photos

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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27482 based on its 18.5 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 917.27482.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.1 hrs

Approximately 2.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.6 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 917.27482 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)18.5 hp

Kilowatts (kW)13.8 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.8 PS

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