Craftsman 917.28001
The Craftsman 917.28001 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 12.5 hp / 9.3 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 12.5 hp / 9.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1.5 gal
5.7 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse
Overview
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Riding lawn mowerHusqvarna built
Riding lawn mower
Husqvarna built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
Riding lawn mower | |
Craftsman 917.28001 Engine | |
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12.5HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1.5 gal
5.7 L |
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Craftsman 917.28001 Transmission | |
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mechanical CVT | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Rear tire | 16x6.5 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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2011 Customer Buying Guide published by Sears |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power | 12.5 hp
9.3 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 1.5 qts
1.4 L |
Oil change | 25 h |
Transmission
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse mechanical CVT
Type | mechanical CVT |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Craftsman 917.28001 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.5 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
Cut positions | 4 |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.28001.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.3 hrs
Approximately 2.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.5 gal / 5.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.7 gal/hr (2.5 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 917.28001 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.28001.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)9.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.7 PS
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