Craftsman 944.60295

The Craftsman 944.60295 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 490 cc 29.9 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear 314-0510.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

1.25 gal 4.7 L

Transmission

Hydro-Gear 314-0510

Overview

	2002 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$2,000 in 2002

Craftsman 944.60295 Engine
13.4KW Kohler 490cc 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	1.25 gal 4.7 L
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Craftsman 944.60295 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	manual
Mid PTO Type	pulley

Dimensions & Tires
Front tire	15x6.00-6
Rear tire	20x8.00-10
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	15
Battery CCA	230
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	28
Battery Group	U1R

References

Owner's Manual 944.602952 Lawn Tractor (183328) published in 2002

Engine

Engine Detail — 490 cc / 29.9 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Kohler CV492
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement	490 cc 29.9 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.60x3.06 inches 91 x 78 mm
Power (gross)	18 hp 13.4 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity	2.1 qts 2.0 L
Oil change	50 h

Transmission

Transmission — Hydro-Gear 314-0510

Transmission	Hydro-Gear 314-0510
Type	belt-driven hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Oil change	sealed unit, owner service is not recommended

Dimensions

Craftsman 944.60295 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear	20x8.00-10

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 944.60295 based on its 18 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.

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 944.60295.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.4 hrs

Approximately 1.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1.3 gal / 4.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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 944.60295 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)18 hp

Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS

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