Are gas lawn mowers being phased out?
Gas walk-behind mowers like the Craftsman 247370340 are not disappearing overnight, but new gas equipment sales are tightening in some areas as more homeowners switch to battery-electric mowers for lower noise and simpler maintenance. For existing gas mowers, parts support and routine service remain common.
Most changes affect new product sales, not your ability to keep using and maintaining a mower you already own.
- Some states and cities restrict or plan to restrict new gas-powered outdoor equipment sales
- Retailers may stock fewer gas models as demand shifts to electric
- Gas mowers still remain popular for longer run times and heavier grass conditions
- Repair parts (blades, cables, wheels, bags) are still widely used and replaced
Good maintenance extends life and reduces starting and cutting problems.
- Use fresh gasoline and store fuel safely; gasoline vapors are flammable
- Keep the blade sharp and balanced to reduce vibration and improve cut quality
- Clean the underside of the deck (avoid pressure washers and direct hosing per the manual)
- Check blade bolt tightness periodically; the manual lists a blade bolt torque range
- Winterize the engine if it will sit more than 30 days
| Maintenance need | What you may replace | Example from available parts |
|---|---|---|
| Poor bagging or torn bag | Grass catcher bag | Lawn mower grass bag 964-04154 |
| Weak or unsafe operator control | Zone control cable | Mtd lawn mower zone control cable 946-04661A |
| Uneven cut or poor mulching | Mulching blade | Craftsman troybilt lawn mower 21-in deck mulching blade 942-0741A |
Even if new gas mower sales decline over time, a well-maintained Craftsman mower can stay reliable for years. Following the safety and fuel-handling guidance in the 247370340 owner's manual also helps prevent injuries and fuel-related hazards.
Last updated: January 2026
What model number is the Craftsman 247370340?
The model number is 247.370340; it identifies your specific Craftsman walk-behind gas lawn mower for ordering parts and using the correct procedures. You can also confirm it in the 247370340 owner's manual, where it’s listed as “Craftsman Mower Model No. 247.370340.”
We recommend checking more than one place so you match parts like the blade, control cable, and grass bag correctly.
- Look on the mower’s model tag (typically on the rear of the deck, near the height adjuster area, or on the handle bracket)
- Match the tag to the manual listing for 247.370340
- Use the model number when searching diagrams for deck, handle, and wheel assemblies
- If you see a second number (often a manufacturing code), keep it for reference but use 247.370340 for parts lookup
Some customers confuse a mower’s model number with an engine model number or a marketing name.
| What you’re looking at | Example | What it’s used for |
|---|---|---|
| Mower model number | 247.370340 | Parts diagrams and mower-specific parts (blade, bag, chute, cable) |
| Engine model number | 126M02-6863-F1 | Engine-specific parts (spark plug, air filter, carburetor items) |
| Series/marketing name | “M210” | General identification; not reliable for exact parts matching |
Using the exact mower model number prevents ordering the wrong deck parts and attachments. For example, the correct 21-in deck mulching blade listed for this mower is Craftsman troybilt lawn mower 21-in deck mulching blade 942-0741A.
Last updated: January 2026
Where is Craftsman's model number?
On the Craftsman walk-behind mower model 247370340, the mower model number is printed on the mower’s model tag, and the engine has its own separate model number on the engine shroud or label. For exact tag locations and diagrams, use the 247370340 owner's manual.
- Mower model number: identifies the mower deck, handle, wheels, bagging and mulching parts.
- Engine model number: identifies engine-specific parts (carburetor, recoil starter, ignition, gaskets).
- They are not the same: ordering parts goes faster when you match the part to the correct model number.
Most Craftsman 21-inch walk-behind mowers place the model/serial tag in one of these spots:
- On the rear of the deck near the discharge opening or rear door
- On the top of the deck near the engine mounting area
- On the rear skirt area behind the engine
- Near the handle mounting brackets
The operator’s manual for model 247370340 shows the engine as Briggs & Stratton model 126M02-6863-F1.
| You need to identify | Where it’s used | Example for this mower |
|---|---|---|
| Mower model number | Deck and chassis parts | 247370340 |
| Engine model number | Engine parts | 126M02-6863-F1 |
Using the mower model number helps you get the right chassis parts (like the grass catcher and blade adapter), while the engine model number is required for engine tune-up and starting components.
Last updated: January 2026





