The Craftsman 917.28827 is a 2008 lawn tractor built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 24HP Briggs & Stratton 725cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, a 6-speed gear transmission with 6 forward and 1 reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with manual sector and pinion steering. The tractor weighs 518 lbs (234 kg) and rides on 15x6x6 front and 18x9.5x8 rear lawn/turf tires. It has an open operator station with a sliding adjustable seat and cup holder. Attachments include an optional two or three bin rear bagger and a 46-inch mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades, manual lift, 6 cut positions, and a cutting height range of 1.5 to 4 inches. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery with negative ground.