Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Z8600

The Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Z8600 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Professional Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 725 cc 44.24 ci engine. The listed engine power is Engine Detail — 725 cc / 44.24 ci (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW. Transmission: HydroGear ZT-2800.

Engine Power

Engine Detail — 725 cc / 44.24 ci (gross): 25 hp / 18.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3 gal 11.4 L

Transmission

HydroGear ZT-2800

Overview

	2015 - Zero-turn mowerMTD built
2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

Production
Distributor	Craftsman Professional (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	MTD
Zero-turn mower
Original price was $6,600 in 2015

Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Engine
25HP Kohler 725cc 2-cyl
Fuel tank	3 gal 11.4 L
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Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Steering	differential power
Open operator station.

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	37 inches 93 cm
Front tire	13x5-6
Rear tire	18x8.5-8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Engine

	2015 - Zero-turn mowerMTD built
2015 -
Zero-turn mower
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2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

Engine Detail — 725 cc / 44.24 ci

Manufacturer	Kohler
Configuration	2-cylinder
vertical-shaft V-Twin
Displacement	725 cc 44.24 ci
Bore/Stroke	3.3x2.6 inches 84 x 66 mm
Power (gross)	25 hp 18.6 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

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2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

Transmission — HydroGear ZT-2800

Transmission	HydroGear ZT-2800
Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

	2015 - Zero-turn mowerMTD built
2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Tires
Lawn/turf front	13x5-6
Lawn/turf rear	18x8.5-8

Dimensions
Wheelbase	37 inches 93 cm
Length	84 inches 213 cm
Height	35.5 inches 90 cm

Attachments

	2015 - Zero-turn mowerMTD built
2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

2015 -
Zero-turn mower
MTD built

60" Mower deck
Cutting width	60 inches 152 cm
Cut height	1 to 4 inch 2 to 10 cm

Photos

Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Z8600 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Professional Lawn Tractors Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Z8600 based on its 25 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 Professional Lawn Tractors Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Z8600.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.3 hrs

Approximately 2.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.3 gal/hr (4.9 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 Professional Lawn Tractors Craftsman Professional 247.20424 Z8600 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)25 hp

Kilowatts (kW)18.6 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)25.3 PS

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