Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.27316

The Craftsman 917.27316 is a 2003 lawn tractor from the LT 2000 Series built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features an 18 hp Kohler CV492 490cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a hydrostatic transmission by Hydro-Gear. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It uses a 42" mid-mount mower deck attachment with a 2-blade manual lift. Tires are sized 15x6.0-6 front and 20x10-8 rear. The PTO is a mid independent type with a manual clutch. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.
Power18 hp
Founded42" deck
Model917.27316

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.27316

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelKohler CV492
Coolingair-cooled vertical-shaft
Starterelectric
Cylinders1-cylinder
Fuel tank1.25 gal (4.7 L)
SparkplugChampion RC12YC
Bore/Stroke3.60x3.06 inches (91 x 78 mm)
Displacement490 cc (29.9 ci)
Oil capacity2 qts (1.9 L)
Power (gross)18 hp (13.4 kW)
Sparkplug gap0.040 inches (1.016 mm)
Starter volts12
Overview
TypeLawn tractor
Year2003
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SeriesLT 2000 Series
SteeringManual steering
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Operator stationOpen operator station
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Attachments
Mower deck42" mid-mount mower deck
Transmission
Typebelt-driven hydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
ModelHydro-Gear 314-0510
Oil changesealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Attachment details
Typemid-mount Craftsman
Blades2-blade with manual lift
Cutting width42 inches (106 cm)
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire20x10-8
Front tire15x6.0-6
Power Take-off (PTO)
Typeindependent
Clutchmanual
LocationMid PTO