Craftsman 917.27621
The Craftsman 917.27621 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW. Transmission: Peerless.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 22 hp / 16.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
5 gal
18.9 L
Transmission
Peerless
Overview
 | GT5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built |
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GT5000 Series | |
Garden tractor | |
AYP built | |
GT5000 Series | |
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Garden tractor | |
AYP built |
Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | AYP |
Garden tractor | |
Craftsman 917.27621 Engine | |
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22HP Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 5 gal
18.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Craftsman 917.27621 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 16x6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 23x10.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery CCA | 280 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 35 |
Battery Group | U1R |
Engine
| GT5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built |
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GT5000 Series | |
Garden tractor | |
AYP built | |
GT5000 Series | |
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Garden tractor | |
AYP built |
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 40H777 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.97x2.89 inches
75 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 22 hp
16.4 kW |
Cooling system | SAE 30:32+ |
SAE 5W30:32- | |
Rated RPM | 3600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Sparkplug | Champion QC12YC |
Sparkplug gap | 0.040 inches
1.016 mm |
Transmission
| GT5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built |
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GT5000 Series | |
Garden tractor | |
AYP built | |
GT5000 Series | |
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Garden tractor | |
AYP built |
Transmission — Peerless
Transmission | Peerless |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
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Dimensions
| GT5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built |
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GT5000 Series | |
Garden tractor | |
AYP built | |
GT5000 Series | |
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Garden tractor | |
AYP built |
Craftsman 917.27621 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x10.5-12 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
| GT5000 SeriesGarden tractorAYP built |
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GT5000 Series | |
Garden tractor | |
AYP built | |
GT5000 Series | |
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Garden tractor | |
AYP built |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Photos
Craftsman 917.27621
Craftsman 917.27621
Craftsman 917.27621
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27621 based on its 22 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 917.27621.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 4.4 hrs
Approximately 4.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (5 gal / 18.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.1 gal/hr (4.3 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 917.27621 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.27621.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)22 hp
Kilowatts (kW)16.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)22.3 PS
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