Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.27268

The Craftsman 917.27268 is a 2003 lawn tractor from the LT 1000 Series, built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 17.5 hp Briggs & Stratton 501cc 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 rides on 15x6.00-6 front and 18x9.5-8 rear lawn/turf tires. The power take-off is an independent front PTO with a manual clutch. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 230 CCA and 28 AH capacity. Attachments include a 42-inch mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades and manual lift. The serial number tag is located under the tractor's seat.
Power17 hp
Founded42" deck
Model917.27268

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.27268

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelBriggs & Stratton 31C707
Coolingair-cooled vertical-shaft
Starterelectric
Cylinders1-cylinder
Fuel tank1.25 gal (4.7 L)
SparkplugChampion RC12YC
Bore/Stroke3.57x3.06 inches (91 x 78 mm)
Displacement501 cc (30.6 ci)
Oil capacity1.75 qts (1.7 L)
Power (gross)17.5 hp (13.0 kW)
Sparkplug gap0.030 inches (0.762 mm)
Starter volts12
Oil change interval50 h
Overview
TypeLawn tractor
Year2003
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SeriesLT 1000 Series
SteeringManual steering
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Operator stationOpen operator station
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH28
Battery CCA230
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12
Charging amps3 (charging), 5 (headlights)
Attachments
BeltAYP 144959
Blades2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width42 inches (106 cm)
42" Mower deckmid-mount Sears Craftsman
Transmission
Typebelt-driven hydrostatic
BrandHydro-Gear
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
Serial Numbers
LocationSerial number tag under the tractor's seat.
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire18x9.5-8
Front tire15x6.00-6
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchmanual
Front PTOindependent