Craftsman 917272067 lawn tractor Parts

For Craftsman lawn tractor model 917272067, the serial number can indicate the build date, but the format varies by manufacturer and production run. We use the model and serial tag together, then confirm the date-code pattern shown in the 917272067 owner's manual.

You will get the most accurate age when you record all of these from the ID tag:

• Model number: 917272067
• Serial number: the full string, exactly as printed
• Product number (if listed)
• Engine model/type/code (often on the engine itself)

Because Craftsman tractors were built by different manufacturers over the years, we decode by pattern:

• Look for a date code embedded in the serial number (often year and week, or year and month).
• Check for two-digit year plus additional digits that represent week or day of year.
• If the tractor tag is unclear, use the engine code as a second confirmation of the build timeframe.

Knowing the build year helps us match the correct parts and diagrams for your mower deck, electrical system, and drive components. For example, the manual for this model lists the mower deck as 42 inches and shows model-specific parts like the ignition key and blade style, which can change across similar-looking tractors.

• Compare your deck parts to the diagrams in the 917272067 owner's manual.
• If you are servicing the cutting system, match the blade and mandrel parts by ID, such as the husqvarna lawn tractor mulching blade 532134149.
• If you are unsure whether the tractor is starting or charging correctly, use the wiring and electrical sections in the manual before ordering parts.

Last updated: February 2026

On a Craftsman riding mower like model 917272067, you can look up the model number by finding the model and serial tag on the tractor frame under the seat or on the underside of the seat, then matching that number to the parts and manual information for your exact unit.

We see this tractor identified in the documentation as Model No. 917.272067. Use these common tag locations:

• On the frame under the seat (lift the seat and look on the chassis/frame rails)
• On the underside of the seat (flip the seat up and check the bottom surface)
• Near the rear fender pan area (close to where the seat mounts)
• On a sticker or metal plate with both model and serial information

For diagrams and model identification details, use the 917272067 owner's manual.

After you locate the tag, use the model number to pull the correct parts list and diagrams. This matters because Craftsman tractors can look similar but use different belts, blades, tires, and electrical parts.

• Enter the full model number exactly as shown (all digits)
• Use the parts diagrams to confirm the correct component group (mower deck, electrical, wheels and tires)
• Cross-check the part description before ordering

Using the exact model number prevents ordering the wrong Craftsman lawn tractor parts, especially for high-variation items like belts, blades, mandrel assemblies, and electrical components.

Last updated: February 2026

Craftsman lawn tractor model 917272067 uses a Kohler CV460-26509 engine; the engine parts breakdown for this tractor lists “Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV460-26509.” For ordering the right service parts, match the Kohler model and spec from the engine ID tag to the listing in the 917272067 owner's manual.

Use the engine identification label to match tune-up parts (filters, plug, fuel parts) and avoid ordering the wrong items.

• Park on level ground, set the parking brake, remove the key
• Let the engine cool completely before reaching near the muffler
• Locate the engine ID label (commonly on the blower housing or near the starter)
• Write down the model (CV460) and spec (26509)
• Compare your numbers to the engine listing in the 917272067 owner's manual

Kohler identifies engines by a model family plus a spec number; the spec locks in the exact configuration.

Using the correct Kohler model and spec prevents wrong-part purchases and helps ensure proper fit and performance for maintenance and repairs.

Last updated: February 2026