Craftsman C459-60416
The Craftsman C459-60416 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): 16 hp / 11.9 kW. Transmission: 7 forward and reverse.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 16 hp / 11.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
7 forward and reverse
Overview
![]() | 1985 - 1988
Lawn tractorMTD built
Lawn tractor
MTD built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | MTD |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price | CAD 2,849 (1985 ) |
CAD 3,149 (1986 ) | |
CAD 3,299 (1988 ) | |
Variants | |
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135-714-5999 | MTD model code |
Craftsman C459-60416 Engine | |
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11.9KW Briggs & Stratton 655cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Craftsman C459-60416 Transmission | |
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7-speed CVT | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 15x6.00 |
Rear tire | 18x9.5 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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C459-60416 (OGRM-1686) |
Engine
Engine Detail — 655 cc / 40 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 402707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft opposed-twin |
Displacement | 655 cc
40 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.16 inches
87 x 55 mm |
Power | 16 hp
11.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 7 forward and reverse belt-driven CVT
Type | belt-driven CVT |
Gears | 7 forward and reverse |
Clutch | idler pulley |
Variable-speed pulley transmission with seven notched indents on the control lever. | |
Dimensions
Craftsman C459-60416 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 18x9.5 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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111 cm mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower |
44" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 44 inches
111 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman C459-60416 based on its 16 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 C459-60416.
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 C459-60416 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman C459-60416.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)16 hp
Kilowatts (kW)11.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)16.2 PS
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