Craftsman 917250480 tractor Parts

For a Craftsman riding mower like model 917250480, we look up the model number on the tractor’s model plate under the seat. Once you have the full model number, you can match it to the correct parts diagrams and the correct 917250480 owner's manual.

On Craftsman tractors, there are typically two different IDs:

• Tractor model number: on the model plate under the seat
• Engine model number: on the engine blower housing
• Serial number: usually near the model plate; record it for parts and service
• Deck information: often listed in the manual and decals; helpful when ordering mower deck parts
• Write it down exactly: include all digits and punctuation (if shown)

1. Park on a flat surface, set the parking brake, and turn the key off.
2. Lift the seat and locate the model plate on the frame area under the seat.
3. Copy the model number exactly (for this tractor it’s 917.250480, often shown as 917250480 online).
4. If you need engine parts, also copy the engine model number from the blower housing.
5. Use the model number to select the right diagrams and parts list.

Craftsman tractors can look similar across years, but small changes in the frame, mower deck, and drive system affect which belts, pulleys, switches, and steering parts fit. Using the exact model number keeps your repair accurate the first time.

Last updated: February 2026

The model number for this Craftsman front-engine lawn tractor is 917.250480 (often written without the dot as 917250480). You can confirm it on the cover page of the 917250480 owner's manual, where it’s printed as the tractor’s model number.

We recommend checking the tractor’s model tag in addition to the manual. Common locations include:

• Under the seat on the fender pan
• On the frame rail near the engine
• Near the rear hitch plate area
• On a label under the hood (varies by build)

Craftsman tractors often have similar-looking numbers, and a single digit change points to a different machine. For example, 917273820 is a different Craftsman tractor model, not the same as 917250480.

Using the exact model number ensures you get the right parts list, wiring diagrams, and repair part callouts for your tractor. Even small model-number differences can change the electrical layout, belts, or transaxle components.

Last updated: February 2026

For your Craftsman riding mower model 917250480, we identify the build year by reading the serial number on the product identification tag and decoding the date code. On many Craftsman tractors, the first six digits of the serial number are the manufacture date in MMDDYY format (example: 071294 = July 12, 1994). See the 917250480 owner's manual for the exact tag location and identification details for your tractor.

On Craftsman front-engine lawn tractors, the ID tag is typically in an easy-to-reach spot on the tractor frame.

• Check under the seat area (seat pan or fender pan)
• Look along the rear fender or frame rail near the seat
• Check the dash tower area near the steering column
• Wipe dirt and grass off the tag; use a flashlight to read stamped numbers
• Write down both the model number (917250480) and the serial number

If your serial number begins with a 6-digit date code, decode it like this:

• If the last two digits are 00-25, that usually indicates 2000-2025
• If the last two digits are 80-99, that usually indicates 1980-1999
• Some walk-behind Craftsman mowers use a different pattern; riding tractors commonly use the 6-digit date code

Knowing the manufacture year helps us match the correct Craftsman parts and diagrams for maintenance and repairs (belts, pulleys, ignition parts, and fuel system components). It also helps when you compare parts like a molded ignition key 532140403 to what is currently installed.

Last updated: February 2026