Power King 1617
The Power King 1617 is a tractor produced by Power King Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 691 cc 42.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 979 lbs 444 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
8.25 gal
31.2 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
979 lbs
444 kg
Overview
 | 1984 - 1988
1600 SeriesGarden tractor
1600 Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Power King (a part of Engineering Products Company) |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA | |
Power King 1617 Engine | |
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17HP Kohler 691cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 8.25 gal
31.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Power King 1617 Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | spur bull gears |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 0 (optional) |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent (optional) |
Rear PTO Type | 2000 |
Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 57 inches
144 cm |
Weight | 979 lbs
444 kg |
Front tire | 8.0-10 |
Rear tire | 8.0-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 45 |
References | |
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Owner's Manual for 1600/2400 Series Tractors (98-7171) published in 1984 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 691 cc / 42.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler KT17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
Displacement | 691 cc
42.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x2.75 inches
79 x 70 mm |
Power | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 1.75 qts
1.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse shaft-driven gear
Type | shaft-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | mechanical drum |
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Dimensions
Power King 1617 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.0-12 |
Ag rear | 8.0-16 |
Lawn/turf front | 8.0-10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8.0-16 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 57 inches
144 cm |
Length | 83 inches
210 cm |
Width | 44 inches
111 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 50 inches
127 cm |
Weight | 979 lbs
444 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.75 inches
40 cm |
Rear axle | 1.5 inch diameter
38 mm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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48" mid-mount mower deck | |
60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Front-end loader | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
Photos
Power King 1617 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1617 based on its 17 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 Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1617.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.4 hrs
Approximately 9.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (8.3 gal / 31.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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
Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1617 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Power King Lawn Tractors Power King 1617.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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