Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.27581

The Craftsman 917.27581 is a 2005 lawn tractor from the DLT 3000 Series, built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features an 18.5 hp Briggs & Stratton 501cc single-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 3.5 gallon fuel tank. The tractor uses a Peerless 6-speed gear transmission with 6 forward and 1 reverse gear. It is a two-wheel drive with manual steering and an open operator station. Attachments include a 42-inch mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades and manual lift. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 230 CCA and 28 AH capacity.
Power18 hp
Founded42" deck
Model917.27581

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.27581

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelBriggs & Stratton 31P777
Coolingair-cooled vertical-shaft
Starterelectric
Cylinders1-cylinder
Fuel tank3.5 gal (13.2 L)
SparkplugChampion RC12YC
Air cleanerpaper cartridge
Bore/Stroke3.563x3.062 inches (91 x 78 mm)
Displacement501 cc (30.59 ci)
Oil capacity1.75 qts (1.7 L)
Power (gross)18.5 hp (13.8 kW)
Sparkplug gap0.030 inches (0.762 mm)
Starter volts12
General
TypeLawn tractor
Year2005
BuildAYP built
SeriesDLT 3000 Series
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH28
Battery CCA230
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12
Charging amps3 (battery), 5 (headlights)
Attachments
BeltAYP 144959
Typemid-mount Craftsman
Blades2-blade with manual lift
Mower deck42" mid-mount mower deck
Cutting width42 inches (106 cm)
Transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse
ModelPeerless 206-545C
Drive and Steering
DriveTwo-wheel drive
Steeringmanual
Operator stationOpen