Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.27228

The Craftsman 917.27228 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 22 hp Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission by Hydro Gear with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and rides on 20x10x8 rear tires. Attachments include a 42-inch mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 230 CCA and 16 amps charging capacity.
Power22 hp
Founded42" deck
Model917.27228

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.27228

Engine
Typegasoline, 2-cylinder, air-cooled
Starterelectric
Fuel tank4 gal (15.1 L)
Rated RPM3600
SparkplugChampion RC12YC
Bore/Stroke3.12x2.89 inches (79 x 73 mm)
Displacement724 cc (44.2 ci)
Engine modelBriggs & Stratton 446777
Oil capacity2 qts (1.9 L)
Power (gross)22 hp (16.4 kW)
Sparkplug gap0.040 inches (1.016 mm)
Starter volts12
General
TypeLawn tractor
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SeriesDLT 2000 Series
Steeringmanual
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production years2001 - 2002
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH28
Battery CCA230
Battery volts12
Charging amps16
Attachments
Typemid-mount Craftsman
Blades2-blade
Mower deck42" mid-mount mower deck
Cutting width42 inches (106 cm)
Transmission
Typebelt-driven hydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
Oil changesealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Transmission manufacturerHydro Gear
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire20x10x8