Craftsman Professional 917.28973

The Craftsman Professional 917.28973 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Professional Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 28 hp / 20.9 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse. Operating weight: 613 lbs 278 kg.

Engine Power

Gasoline (gross): 28 hp / 20.9 kW

Fuel & Capacities

3 gal 11.4 L

Transmission

infinite forward and reverse

Operating Weight

613 lbs 278 kg

Overview

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Production
Distributor	Craftsman Professional (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	Husqvarna
Lawn tractor

Craftsman Professional 917.28973 Engine
28HP Briggs & Stratton 2-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	3 gal 11.4 L
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Craftsman Professional 917.28973 Transmission
hydrostatic
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual sector and pinion
Mechanical disc brakes
Open operator station with sliding adjustable high-back seat with arm rests and cup holder.

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	613 lbs 278 kg
Front tire	15x6x6
Rear tire	20x10x8
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	16
Battery CCA	230
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	28
Battery Group	U1R

References

2009 Riding Equipment published by Sears

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	2-cylinder, air-cooled
Power (gross)	28 hp 20.9 kW
Air cleaner	paper element
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Sparkplug	Champion RC12YC
Sparkplug gap	0.030 inches 0.762 mm
Oil capacity	2 qts 1.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic

Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Dimensions

Craftsman Professional 917.28973 Tires
Lawn/turf front	15x6x6
Lawn/turf rear	20x10x8

Dimensions
Weight	613 lbs 278 kg

Attachments

54" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Craftsman
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	54 inches 137 cm
Cut height	1.5 to 4 inch 3 to 10 cm
Cut positions	6

Photos

Craftsman Professional 917.28973 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Professional Lawn Tractors Craftsman Professional 917.28973 based on its 28 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 917.28973.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.1 hrs

Approximately 2.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3 gal / 11.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.5 gal/hr (5.5 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 Professional Lawn Tractors Craftsman Professional 917.28973 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)28 hp

Kilowatts (kW)20.9 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)28.4 PS

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