Craftsman 502.25606

The Craftsman 502.25606 is a riding lawn mower built by Murray and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears) in 1978. It features an 8 horsepower, 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 0.75 gallon fuel tank. The mower has a 5-speed belt-driven transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse. It is two-wheel drive with manual steering and an open operator station. The mower weighs 283 lbs and rides on 10x3.50 front tires and 13x5.0 rear tires. It comes equipped with a 25-inch mid-mount mower deck with a single blade and manual lift, offering 5 cutting positions with cut heights from 1.875 to 3.875 inches. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Originally priced at $669 in 1978, this model is referenced in the 1978 Home Improvement Catalog by Sears.