The Cub Cadet 1517 is a 2002 model lawn tractor from the 1500 Series by Cub Cadet, a part of MTD. It features a 17HP Kohler 1-cylinder gasoline engine with a 3-gallon fuel tank. The tractor uses a hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears. It has a wheelbase of 47 inches and weighs 504 lbs. The tractor is two-wheel drive with manual steering and dry disc brakes. It includes an open operator station and an independent front PTO with an electric clutch. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 270 CCA and a flywheel alternator charging system. Attachments available include a 42-inch mid-mount mower deck, a 42-inch two-stage front-mount snowblower, and a 46-inch front-mount blade.