Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 944.60400

The Craftsman 944.60400 is a 2004 lawn tractor from the DYT 4000 Series, built by AYP and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 24 hp (17.9 kW) Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine with a 4-gallon fuel tank. The tractor uses a Hydro-Gear 336-0510 belt-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds. It has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. The mid PTO is independent with an electric clutch and pulley type. Tires are sized 15x6.00-6 front and 20x10.00-8 rear. Attachments include a 48-inch mid-mount Craftsman mower deck with manual lift. Electrical system features a negative ground, 16 amp charging, and a 12-volt battery with 280 CCA and 35 AH capacity. Original price was CAD$3,000 in 2004.
Power24 hp
Founded48" deck
Model944.60400

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 944.60400

Engine
Typegasoline
ModelBriggs & Stratton 445777
Starterelectric
Cylinders2-cylinder
Fuel tank4 gal (15.1 L)
Bore/Stroke3.12x2.89 inches (79 x 73 mm)
Displacement724 cc (44.2 ci)
Oil capacity2 qts (1.9 L)
Configurationair-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin
Power (gross)24 hp (17.9 kW)
Starter volts12
Oil change interval25 h
Overview
TypeLawn tractor
Year2004
SeriesDYT 4000 Series
DistributorCraftsman (a part of Sears)
ManufacturerAYP
Original priceCAD$3,000 in 2004
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH35
Battery CCA280
Battery GroupU1R
Battery volts12
Charging amps16
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Attachments
Liftmanual lift
Mower deck48" mid-mount Craftsman
Cutting width48 inches (121 cm)
Transmission
Typebelt-driven hydrostatic
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
ModelHydro-Gear 336-0510
Oil changesealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Dimensions & Tires
Rear tire20x10.00-8
Front tire15x6.00-6
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectric
Mid PTO Typepulley
PTO locationMid PTO
PTO operationindependent