Craftsman 917272660 tractor Parts

To look up the model number on your Craftsman riding mower, find the identification label on the tractor frame under the seat area (often easiest to see with the seat tipped forward). For the Craftsman model 917.272660, the model number is also printed on the cover of the 917272660 owner's manual.

On most Craftsman front-engine lawn tractors, the model and serial number are on a sticker or metal tag in one of these spots:

• On the frame under the seat
• Under the seat pan or seat mounting area
• Near the rear fender or rear frame rails (still under the seat area)
• Occasionally near the footrest area on the frame (depending on build)

Use the model number exactly as printed (including dots and all digits). For example, this tractor’s model is 917.272660.

• Write down the full model number and serial number
• Use the model number to match the correct parts diagrams and parts list
• Use the serial number to confirm production details when ordering certain parts

Craftsman tractors can look similar across multiple model numbers, but parts like blades, belts, mandrel assemblies, and ignition keys can vary by deck size and configuration. Using the exact model number helps ensure you get the right replacement part the first time.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Craftsman tractor model 917272660, the engine is made up of core internal components (like the cylinder, piston, crankshaft, and valves) plus external systems that make it run safely and reliably (fuel, air intake, ignition, exhaust, lubrication, and starting). For model-specific diagrams and part callouts, use the 917272660 owner's manual.

These are the major “systems” you will see when identifying tractor engine parts:

• Cylinder and crankcase: cylinder assembly, engine sump/crankcase, cylinder head, head gasket
• Rotating assembly: piston and rings, connecting rod, crankshaft, bearings
• Valve train: intake and exhaust valves, springs, rocker components, valve seals
• Fuel system: fuel tank, fuel line, carburetor, choke and throttle parts
• Air intake: air cleaner cartridge and pre-cleaner, intake elbow
• Ignition and charging: spark plug terminal, alternator
• Starting system: starter drive, starter strap, solenoid
• Exhaust: muffler, spark arrester (optional equipment on some setups)
• Lubrication and service points: dipstick, oil drain plug, drain tube (on some versions)

Your 917272660 uses a Briggs & Stratton engine model 31C707 (type 0230-E1). In the engine breakdown, you will commonly see items such as:

• Cylinder assembly and cylinder head
• Crankcase/sump and gaskets
• Carburetor and carburetor overhaul kit
• Air cleaner cartridge and pre-cleaner
• Alternator and fuel solenoid

Knowing the engine parts helps you troubleshoot faster and order the right replacement parts the first time, especially on a riding mower where fuel, air, spark, and safety controls all have to work together.

Last updated: February 2026

The Craftsman riding mower model 917272660 uses a Briggs & Stratton single-cylinder engine, listed in the parts breakdown as Briggs model 31C707-0230-E1. For the exact engine identification and service details, match the numbers on your engine label to the 917272660 owner's manual.

Even within the same tractor model, the most reliable way to confirm the engine is by reading the engine ID tag.

• Park on a flat surface, set the parking brake, and remove the key
• Let the engine cool completely before touching the muffler or cylinder area
• Locate the engine label (commonly on the blower housing, valve cover area, or near the starter)
• Record the model, type, and code from the label
• Compare what you wrote down to the engine listing in the manual

The manual’s engine parts list identifies the engine as a Briggs & Stratton model number.

Using the correct engine model number prevents ordering the wrong maintenance parts (like filters, spark plugs, or muffler components) and helps you follow the right tune-up and troubleshooting steps for starting, charging, and drive complaints.

If you are doing deck or drive maintenance at the same time, these model-matched parts are commonly referenced:

• Lawn tractor ground drive belt, 1/2 x 82-in 532140294 (loss of drive or worn belt)
• Molded ignition key 532140403 (no-crank due to damaged key)
• Husqvarna lawn tractor mulching blade, 21-in 532134149 (blade replacement for a 42-in deck setup)

Last updated: February 2026

Craftsman model 917.272660 was produced across multiple years (not a single model-year), so the exact build year is identified by the serial number/date code on the tractor’s product ID label (commonly under the seat or on the frame). We use the label plus the 917272660 owner's manual to confirm the correct production timeframe.

Check these common locations on Craftsman front-engine lawn tractors:

• Under the seat pan (lift the seat and look for a sticker or metal tag)
• On the rear frame near the hitch/drawbar area
• On the fender pan near the battery box
• Along the frame rail near the engine
• Near the steering column support

If the label is dirty or faded, wipe it with a damp rag and mild cleaner; avoid scraping so you do not remove the printed code.

Record the information exactly as shown:

• Model number: 917272660
• Serial number
• Any date code (sometimes shown as a month/year or a coded format)
• Engine model and type (engine tag is separate from the tractor tag)

The build year affects parts changes within the same model family, especially for electrical items (key switch, harness, solenoid), deck components (mandrel, blade), and chassis hardware. Matching by serial/date code helps ensure the right replacement part the first time.

Last updated: February 2026

Craftsman engines are made by multiple engine manufacturers depending on the specific mower or tractor; common suppliers include Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, and Kawasaki. For your Craftsman lawn tractor model 917272660, the exact engine maker is identified in the engine section of the 917272660 owner's manual.

We recommend verifying the engine brand using the engine ID label and the manual so you get the right tune-up and repair parts.

• Open the hood and locate the engine ID label (often on the blower housing, valve cover, or near the starter)
• Write down the engine brand and model/type code (Briggs & Stratton often uses Model-Type-Code)
• Match that information to the engine pages in the 917272660 owner's manual
• Use the engine model to select the correct spark plug, air filter, and oil filter
• If the label is missing, use the tractor model number 917272660 plus the engine’s physical features (carburetor style, air box shape) to narrow it down

Craftsman has used different engine brands across product lines and years. Here is what the engine label usually looks like by manufacturer.

The engine manufacturer determines the correct maintenance specs (oil type/amount, spark plug, air filter) and the right repair parts. Using the engine ID prevents ordering the wrong parts even when the tractor model is correct.

Last updated: February 2026