Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.25149

The Craftsman 917.25149 is a 1996 garden tractor built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman, a part of Sears. It features an 18.5 hp Kohler MV18S 674cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a hydrostatic transmission by Hydro-Gear. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It includes a 46-inch mid-mount Craftsman EZ3 mower deck with 3 blades and manual lift, offering infinite cut height positions. Tires are sized 16x6.5-8 front and 23x10.5-12 rear. The electrical system is negative ground with a 12-volt battery and 15 amp charging. The tractor is designed for lawn and garden use with mid PTO and electric clutch.
Power18 hp
Founded46" deck
Model917.25149

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.25149

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelKohler MV18S
Power18.5 hp (13.8 kW)
Coolingair-cooled vertical-shaft opposed-twin
Starterelectric
Cylinders2-cylinder
Fuel tank3.5 gal (13.2 L)
SparkplugChampion RV17YC
Bore/Stroke3.12x2.75 inches (79 x 70 mm)
Displacement674 cc (41.18 ci)
Oil capacity2 qts (1.9 L)
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Starter volts12
Oil change interval25 h
Overview
Year1996
DriveTwo-wheel drive
CategoryGarden tractor
SteeringManual steering
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Operator stationOpen operator station
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH30
Battery CCA240
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12
Charging amps15
Attachments
Typemid-mount Craftsman EZ3
Blades3-blade with manual lift
Cut height1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)
Mower deck46" mid-mount mower deck
Belt on-deckAYP 144959
Belt primaryAYP 148763
Cut positionsinfinite
Cutting width46 inches (116 cm)
Transmission
Typebelt-driven hydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
ModelHydro-Gear BU-10L-122
Oil changesealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire23x10.5-12
Front tire16x6.5-8
Power Take-off (PTO)
Typeindependent
Clutchelectric
LocationMid PTO