Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.25654

The Craftsman 917.25654 is a 1996 lawn tractor built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman, a part of Sears. It features a 15 hp Kohler CV15S 426cc single-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and manual steering. The tractor has a 6-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 6 forward and 1 reverse gears. It is equipped with a 42-inch mid-mount Craftsman EZ3 mower deck with two blades and manual lift, offering infinite cut positions and a cutting height range of 1.5 to 4 inches. The tractor uses two-wheel drive and has lawn/turf tires sized 15x6.0-6 front and 20x10-8 rear. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 190 CCA and negative ground. The PTO is a mid independent type with manual clutch.
Power15 hp
Founded42" deck
Model917.25654

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.25654

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelKohler CV15S
Power15 hp (11.2 kW)
Coolingair-cooled vertical-shaft
Starterelectric
Cylinders1-cylinder
Fuel tank1.25 gal (4.7 L)
SparkplugChampion RC12YC
Bore/Stroke3.55x2.64 inches (90 x 67 mm)
Displacement426 cc (26 ci)
Oil capacity2 qts (1.9 L)
Sparkplug gap0.040 inches (1.016 mm)
Starter volts12
Oil change interval25 h
Overview
TypeLawn tractor
Year1996
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Operator stationOpen operator station
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH30
Battery CCA190
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12
Charging amps3 (battery), 5 (lights)
Attachments
BeltAYP 144200
Typemid-mount Craftsman EZ3
Blades2-blade with manual lift
Cut height1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)
Mower deck42" mid-mount mower deck
Cut positionsinfinite
Cutting width42 inches (106 cm)
Transmission
Typebelt-driven gear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse
ModelPeerless 930-057A
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire20x10-8
Front tire15x6.0-6
Power Take-off (PTO)
Typeindependent
Clutchmanual
LocationMid PTO