Craftsman 917.27522

The Craftsman 917.27522 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.2 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 311-3500.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 25 hp / 18.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3.5 gal 13.2 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear 311-3500

Overview

	2001 GT 3000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built GT 3000 Series Garden tractor AYP built

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

Craftsman 917.27522 Engine
25HP Kohler 724cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
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Craftsman 917.27522 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Type	sleeve hitch OptOptional

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

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	16x7.5-8
Rear tire	24x12-12
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	280
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	35
Battery Group	U1R

References

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

Engine

Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler CV26
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement	724 cc 44.2 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.27x2.64 inches 83 x 67 mm
Power	25 hp 18.6 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	2.25 qts 2.1 L
Oil change	25 h
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear 311-3500

Transmission	Hydro-Gear 311-3500
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27522 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x7.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	24x12-12

Dimensions

Attachments

Attachment overview
48" mid-mount mower deck
Snowblower
Blade
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments.

48" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	48 inches 121 cm

Photos

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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27522 based on its 25 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	5 ft (60 in)1.5 m	Medium Duty	Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm	Medium Duty	Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots.
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 917.27522.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.7 hrs

Approximately 2.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 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 917.27522 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)25 hp

Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS

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