Craftsman 944.60109

The Craftsman 944.60109 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 655 cc 40 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 314-0510.

Engine Power

Gasoline (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3.5 gal 13.2 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear 314-0510

Overview

	2001 LTX 1000 SeriesLawn tractorAYP built LTX 1000 Series Lawn tractor AYP built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	AYP
Lawn tractor
Original price was CAD 3,299 in 2001

Variants
944.60108	gear
944.60109	hydrostatic

Craftsman 944.60109 Engine
14.9KW Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3.5 gal 13.2 L
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Craftsman 944.60109 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	15x6.0-6
Rear tire	20x10-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	3 (charging)
	5 (lights)
Battery CCA	230
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	28

References

Owner's Manual 944.601090 (177508) published in 2001

Engine

Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 407777
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	20 hp 14.9 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	2 qts 1.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear 314-0510

Transmission	Hydro-Gear 314-0510
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman 944.60109 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.0-6
Lawn/turf rear	20x10-8

Dimensions

Attachments

42" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	42 inches 106 cm

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 944.60109 based on its 20 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 944.60109.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.4 hrs

Approximately 3.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.5 gal / 13.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1 gal/hr (3.9 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 944.60109 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)20 hp

Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS

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