Craftsman 917.28861

The Craftsman 917.28861 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 725 cc 44.24 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 26 hp / 19.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro Gear G7. Operating weight: 596 lbs 270 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 26 hp / 19.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

4 gal 15.1 L

Transmission

Hydro Gear G7

Operating Weight

596 lbs 270 kg

Overview

	2011 - 2013 GT6000 SeriesGarden tractorHusqvarna built GT6000 Series Garden tractor Husqvarna built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	Husqvarna
Garden tractor
Original price	$3,360 (2011)
	$2,928 (2012)

Variants
917.28867	California Emissions

Craftsman 917.28861 Engine
26HP Kohler 725cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	4 gal 15.1 L
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Craftsman 917.28861 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual sector and pinion
Open operator station. High-back seat with armrests and sliding adjustment.

Tractor hitch
Type	independent

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	596 lbs 270 kg
Front tire	16x6.5-6
Rear tire	23x10.5-12
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	230
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	28
Battery Group	U1R

References

2011 Customer Buying Guide published by Sears
2012 Customer Buying Guide published by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — 725 cc / 44.24 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler Pro Courage SV735
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement	725 cc 44.24 ci
Power (gross)	26 hp 19.4 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

Craftsman 917.28861 Engine

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro Gear G7

Transmission	Hydro Gear G7
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

917.28861 Transmission Controls

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.28861 Tires
Lawn/turf front	16x6.5-6
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.5-12

Dimensions
Weight	596 lbs 270 kg

Attachments

54" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	54 inches 137 cm
Belt	AYP 196103
Cut height	1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm
Cut positions	12

Photos

Craftsman 917.28861

Craftsman 917.28861 operator station and controls.

Craftsman 917.28867 garden tractor.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.28861 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 917.28861.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3 hrs

Approximately 3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 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 917.28861 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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