Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.25655

The Craftsman 917.25655 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 a hydrostatic transmission by Hydro-Gear offering infinite forward and reverse speeds. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It includes a 42-inch mid-mount Craftsman EZ3 mower deck with manual lift and infinite cut positions. Tires are sized 15x6.0-6 front and 20x10-8 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with a 190 CCA battery and negative ground. The fuel tank holds 1.25 gallons and the engine oil capacity is 2 quarts.
Power15 hp
Founded42" deck
Model917.25655

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.25655

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
Built byAYP
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH30
Battery CCA190
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12
Charging amps3 (battery), 5 (lights)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
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 hydrostatic
BrandHydro-Gear
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
Oil changesealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire20x10-8
Front tire15x6.0-6
Power Take-off (PTO)
Typeindependent
Clutchmanual
LocationMid PTO