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Who makes Craftsman engines?
Craftsman model 247203740 lawn tractors can be equipped with engines sourced from multiple manufacturers; Craftsman is the brand on the tractor, but the engine maker varies by the specific engine model installed. To identify the exact engine manufacturer on your unit, we recommend checking the engine ID label and confirming it against the 247203740 owner’s manual.
How to identify the engine manufacturer on your 247203740
Look for an engine identification label (usually on the blower housing, valve cover area, or near the starter). Use these quick checks:
- Find the engine model and type/spec numbers (not the tractor model).
- Note the brand name stamped on the shroud (common examples include Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, or Kawasaki).
- Record the code/date field if present; it helps match the correct tune-up parts.
- Compare what you wrote down to the engine section in the 247203740 owner’s manual.
- If the label is missing or unreadable, use the tractor’s serial number and parts diagrams to narrow it down.
Common engine makers you may see on Craftsman lawn tractors
Craftsman tractors have commonly been paired with engines from several major small-engine brands. Which one you have depends on the production run and configuration.
| What you see on the engine | What it usually means | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| Briggs & Stratton branding | Briggs-built vertical-shaft lawn tractor engine | Match parts by engine model/type |
| Kohler branding | Kohler-built lawn tractor engine | Match parts by engine spec number |
| Kawasaki branding | Kawasaki-built lawn tractor engine | Match parts by engine model code |
Why it matters
The engine manufacturer determines the correct maintenance and repair parts (spark plug, air filter, fuel filter, carburetor parts, and gaskets). Using the tractor model alone can lead to the wrong engine parts, even when the tractor is definitely a Craftsman 247203740.
Related maintenance tip
If you are prepping for storage or seasonal maintenance, our guide on storing your lawn tractor for winter helps prevent fuel and starting problems that are often mistaken for “engine failure.”
Last updated: January 2026
What kind of engine does a Craftsman riding lawn mower have?
Craftsman model 247203740 uses a Briggs & Stratton single-cylinder gasoline engine. To confirm the exact engine family and service specs for your tractor (oil type, spark plug, air filter), match the engine ID label to the 247203740 owner’s manual.
How we recommend confirming the exact engine on 247203740
Even within the same tractor model, the engine’s model/type code is the most reliable identifier for tune-up parts and settings.
- Find the engine model/type code on the blower housing or valve cover label
- Record the engine serial number from the same label
- Verify the tractor model number 247203740 on the frame tag
- Check fuel guidance decals; replace missing labels such as the lawn tractor e85 fuel decal 777X43688
What “kind of engine” usually means (and where to verify)
| Detail | Best place to verify | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Engine brand (Briggs & Stratton) | Engine label, manual | Ensures correct service parts and procedures |
| Cylinder count (single-cylinder) | Engine label | Affects vibration, power delivery, maintenance |
| Fuel type (gasoline) | Manual, fuel decals | Prevents starting and fuel-system problems |
| Maintenance specs | Manual | Correct oil, intervals, and adjustments |
Why it matters
Correct engine identification for Craftsman 247203740 helps you buy the right ignition, fuel, and exhaust parts and follow the correct maintenance schedule so the mower starts easily and runs at full power.
Last updated: January 2026
How do I tell what year my Craftsman riding mower is?
For Craftsman lawn tractor model 247203740, the most reliable way to determine the year is to read the model and serial number tag on the tractor and use the date information printed on that tag (or decode the serial format used on the tag). The exact serial-date format is not consistent across all Craftsman tractors, so we confirm using the tag details and the 247203740 manual.
Where to find the model and serial number tag
On Craftsman front-engine lawn tractors like model 247203740, the identification label is commonly found in one of these locations:
- Under the seat (seat pan or frame rail)
- On the rear fender pan near the seat
- On the frame near the engine (under the hood area)
- Near a footrest or on the chassis rail
If the label is dirty or faded, wipe it gently so every character is readable.
How to get the year from the tag (without guessing a format)
Because Craftsman serial numbers can be encoded in different ways depending on who built the tractor and the production run, use this approach:
- Look first for a printed date field (sometimes labeled “DOM”, “Date”, or similar)
- If there is no separate date, write down the full serial number exactly as shown
- Compare the serial to any date-style groupings on the tag (some tags use year-week codes, others use different patterns)
- Use the model number 247203740 when selecting parts even after you find the year
What to record from the label
| Item on tag | Why we need it |
|---|---|
| Model number (247203740) | Identifies the exact tractor version |
| Serial number | Often contains the build date code |
| Any printed date/DOM | Fastest way to confirm the year |
Why it matters
The year can help when you are matching maintenance specs and ordering the correct replacement parts for your exact build. For example, if a fuel label is missing or unreadable, replacing it with the correct lawn tractor e85 fuel decal 777X43688 helps keep fuel guidance clear.
Last updated: January 2026
