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.