Craftsman 917.27552

The Craftsman 917.27552 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 23 hp / 17.2 kW. Transmission: Peerless LTH2000.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 23 hp / 17.2 kW

Fuel & Capacities

2 gal 7.6 L

Transmission

Peerless LTH2000

Overview

	2005 Lawn tractorAYP built Lawn tractor AYP built

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

Craftsman 917.27552 Engine
23HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	2 gal 7.6 L
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Craftsman 917.27552 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Open operator station

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	15x6.0-6
Rear tire	20x8-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	3 (battery)
	5 (headlights)
Battery CCA	280
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	35
Battery Group	U1R

Engine

Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.18 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 445577
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement	724 cc 44.18 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.3x2.6 inches 84 x 66 mm
Power (gross)	23 hp 17.2 kW
Rated RPM	3600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion QC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.040 inches 1.016 mm
Oil capacity	2.0 qts 1.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — Peerless LTH2000

Transmission	Peerless LTH2000
Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27552 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.0-6
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

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27552 based on its 23 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 917.27552.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.7 hrs

Approximately 1.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.5 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 917.27552 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)23 hp

Kilowatts (kW)17.2 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)23.3 PS

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