Craftsman 917.98645

The Craftsman 917.98645 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 (listed): 26 hp / 19.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear G7.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 26 hp / 19.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

4 gal 15.1 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear G7

Overview

	2014 - 2015 Garden tractorHusqvarna built Garden tractor Husqvarna built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	Husqvarna
Garden tractor
Original price was $3,100 in 2015

Variants
98646	California emissions

Craftsman 917.98645 Engine
26HP Kohler 725cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	4 gal 15.1 L
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Craftsman 917.98645 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	electric

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	54 inches 137 cm
Front tire	15x6.5-8
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

Engine

Engine Detail — 725 cc / 44.24 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler 7000
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement	725 cc 44.24 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.268x2.638 inches 83 x 67 mm
Power	26 hp 19.4 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity	2 qts 1.9 L

Craftsman 917.98645 Engine

Image courtesy of Michael Blanchflower

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear G7

Transmission	Hydro-Gear G7
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended

Dimensions

Craftsman 917.98645 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.5-8
Lawn/turf rear	23x10.5-12

Dimensions
Wheelbase	54 inches 137 cm

Attachments

Attachment overview
54" 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.

54" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
Cutting width	54 inches 137 cm
Cut height	1.5 to 4 inch 3 to 10 cm

Photos

Craftsman 917.98645

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.98645 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 917.98645.

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 917.98645 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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