The Craftsman 917.28842 is a 2008 model lawn tractor built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 24 horsepower Briggs & Stratton 725cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine with a 4 gallon fuel tank. The tractor uses a belt-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears. It has two-wheel drive with manual sector and pinion steering and mechanical disc brakes. The operator station is open with an adjustable seat and cup holder. The tractor includes an independent mid PTO with an electric clutch and pulley type. It weighs 561 lbs and rides on 16x6.5-6 front tires and 22x9.5-12 rear tires. Attachments include a 48 inch mid-mount mower deck with 7 cut positions and an optional three-bin bagger. Electrical system features a 12 volt battery with 280 CCA and 35 AH.