Craftsman 917.27608

The Craftsman 917.27608 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 (gross): 26 hp / 19.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro Gear 331-3000.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 26 hp / 19.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

5 gal 18.9 L

Transmission

Hydro Gear 331-3000

Overview

	2004 GT 5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built GT 5000 Series Garden tractor AYP built

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

Variants
27607	gear
27608	hydrostatic

Craftsman 917.27608 Engine
26HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	5 gal 18.9 L
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Craftsman 917.27608 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
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	280
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	35
Battery Group	U1R

References

2004 Riding Equipment published by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.2 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 446777
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement	724 cc 44.2 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.12x2.89 inches 79 x 73 mm
Power (gross)	26 hp 19.4 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion QC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.040 inches 1.016 mm

Craftsman 917.27608 Engine

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro Gear 331-3000

Transmission	Hydro Gear 331-3000
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.27608 Tires

Dimensions

Attachments

Attachment overview
48" mid-mount mower deck
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
Belt	AYP 174368 (primary)
	AYP 180808 (secondary)

Photos

Craftsman 917.27608

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27608 based on its 26 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 917.27608.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs

Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5 gal / 18.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.1 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 917.27608 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)26 hp

Kilowatts (kW)19.4 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)26.4 PS

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