Craftsman 917.27603

The Craftsman 917.27603 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 721 cc 44 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

5 gal 18.9 L

Transmission

6 forward and 2 reverse

Overview

	2003 GT 5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built GT 5000 Series Garden tractor AYP built

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

Variants
27601	gear 48-inch
27602	hydro 48-inch
27603	gear 50-inch
27604	hydro 50-inch

Craftsman 917.27603 Engine
25HP Kohler 721cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	5 gal 18.9 L
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Craftsman 917.27603 Transmission
6-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Open operator station.

Tractor hitch
Type	sleeve hitch

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

References

2003 Riding Equipment and Attachments published by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — 721 cc / 44 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler CV730
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement	721 cc 44 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.3x2.6 inches 84 x 66 mm
Power (gross)	25 hp 18.6 kW
Air cleaner	paper
Rated RPM	3600
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity	2 qts 1.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse belt-driven gear

Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	6 forward and 2 reverse
Three gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27603 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.5-12

Dimensions

Attachments

Attachment overview
50" 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.

50" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	50 inches 127 cm
Cut height	1.5 to 4.5 inch 3 to 11 cm

Photos

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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27603 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 917.27603.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.8 hrs

Approximately 3.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5 gal / 18.9 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 917.27603 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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