Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.27224

The Craftsman 917.27224 is a lawn tractor produced from 2001 to 2002 as part of the DLT 2000 Series, built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 20 hp Kohler CV624 624cc 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission by Hydro Gear with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel manual steering. The tractor includes a 48-inch mid-mount mower deck with 3 blades and manual lift, mid independent electric PTO, and lawn/turf tires sized 15x6-6 front and 20x10-8 rear. Electrical system is 12 volts with 15 amps charging and negative ground. The fuel tank holds 4 gallons (15.1 L), and the engine oil capacity is 2.25 quarts (2.1 L) with a 50-hour oil change interval. The transmission is a sealed hydrostatic unit not recommended for owner servicing.
Power20 hp
Founded48" deck
Model917.27224

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.27224

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelKohler CV624
Starterelectric
Cylinders2-cylinder
Fuel tank4 gal (15.1 L)
Rated RPM3600
Bore/Stroke3.03x2.64 inches (77 x 67 mm)
Displacement624 cc (38.1 ci)
Oil capacity2.25 qts (2.1 L)
Configurationair-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross)20 hp (14.9 kW)
Starter volts12
Oil change interval50 h
Overview
TypeLawn tractor
BuildAYP built
SeriesDLT 2000 Series
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Production years2001 - 2002
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging amps15
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Attachments
Typemid-mount Craftsman
Blades3-blade with manual lift
Mower deck48" mid-mount mower deck
Cutting width48 inches (121 cm)
Transmission
TypeHydro Gear
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
Oil changesealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Descriptionbelt-driven hydrostatic
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire20x10-8
Front tire15x6-6
Power Take-off (PTO)
Typeindependent
Clutchelectric
LocationMid PTO