Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 917.28845

The Craftsman 917.28845 is a 2008 garden tractor from the DGS 6500 Series built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 26 hp Kohler SV735 725cc 2-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine, a 6-speed gear transmission (Peerless P820-040), and two-wheel drive with manual sector and pinion steering. The tractor weighs 589 lbs (267 kg) and rides on 16x6.5x6 front and 23x10.5x8 rear lawn/turf tires. It has mechanical disc brakes and an open operator station with an adjustable seat and cup holder. The electrical system includes a 12 V battery with 280 CCA and 35 AH, and a 15 amp charging system. Attachments include a 54" mid-mount mower deck with 3 blades and manual lift, offering 7 cut positions with a cutting width of 54 inches (137 cm) and cut height from 1.5 to 4 inches (3 to 10 cm). An optional three-bin bagger (24895) is also available. The model 28645 variant meets California emissions standards.
Power26 hp
Founded54" deck
Model917.28845

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 917.28845

Engine
Typegasoline, 2-cylinder, air-cooled
ModelKohler SV735
Starterelectric
Fuel tank4 gal (15.1 L)
SparkplugChampion RC12YC
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Displacement725 cc (44.24 ci)
Oil capacity1.9 qts (1.8 L)
Power (gross)26 hp (19.4 kW)
Sparkplug gap0.030 inches (0.762 mm)
Starter volts12 V
Overview
TypeGarden tractor
Year2008
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesMechanical disc brakes
SeriesDGS 6500 Series
Steeringmanual sector and pinion
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Operator stationOpen operator station with adjustable seat and cup holder
Variants
28645California emissions
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH35
Battery CCA280
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12 V
Charging amps15 A
Attachments
Optionalthree-bin bagger (24895)
Cut height1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)
Cut positions7
Cutting width54 inches (137 cm)
54" Mower deckmid-mount Craftsman, 3-blade with manual lift
Transmission
Typegear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse
ModelPeerless P820-040
Dimensions & Tires
Weight589 lbs (267 kg)
Rear tire23x10.5x8
Front tire16x6.5x6