Craftsman 917287071 tractor Parts

For Craftsman lawn tractors, the engine brand depends on the model. For Craftsman model 917287071, the tractor is equipped with a Briggs & Stratton engine. Use the engine ID label and the 917287071 owner's manual to match the exact engine model/type code when buying maintenance and repair parts.

What Craftsman uses (and what your 917287071 uses)

Craftsman sources engines from multiple manufacturers across different tractor and mower lines; your specific model determines the brand.

• Model 917287071: Briggs & Stratton engine
• Other Craftsman tractors may use Kohler or Kawasaki engines
• The engine maker affects tune-up parts (spark plug, air filter, fuel filter)
• The engine model/type code is the key identifier for ordering engine-specific parts

How to confirm the engine brand and exact engine ID on 917287071

Check the engine itself; the brand name and ID tag are on the engine, not the tractor frame.

• Look for a Briggs & Stratton badge on the blower housing or shroud
• Find the engine model/type/code label (commonly on the blower housing, valve cover area, or near the starter)
• Write down the full set of numbers exactly as shown
• Use that ID when selecting engine tune-up parts and carburetion/fuel parts

Typical engine ID label locations

Engine brand	What you’ll usually see	Common label location
Briggs & Stratton	Model, Type, Code	Blower housing or valve cover area
Kohler	Spec number, serial	Side shroud or valve cover area
Kawasaki	Model, spec, serial	Side shroud near starter/recoil area

Why it matters

The engine brand and engine ID determine the correct maintenance parts and troubleshooting path. For example, a no-crank symptom can involve tractor starting components like the lawn tractor starter solenoid 582042802, but the correct test steps and wiring details still depend on the exact engine and configuration.

Last updated: February 2026

The model number for this Craftsman front-engine lawn tractor is 917.28707 (often written without the dot as 91728707). On Sears PartsDirect, it’s listed under model 917287071, so we recommend matching the number exactly as shown on your tractor’s ID tag and in the 917287071 owner's manual.

Where to find the model number on the tractor

You’ll typically find the model number on a product identification label in one of these common spots:

• Under the seat (seat pan area)
• On the frame near the rear wheels
• Near the engine compartment or hood area
• On the fender or footrest area
• In the operator documentation that came with the tractor

How the numbers relate (917287071 vs. 917.28707)

Craftsman riding mower and tractor model numbers are sometimes shown with punctuation in manuals, and without punctuation on parts sites. Use this quick reference:

Where you’re looking	How it may appear	What to use when ordering parts
Operator’s manual cover	917.28707	Match the tractor’s ID label first
Sears PartsDirect model listing	917287071	Use 917287071 for parts lookup
ID tag on tractor	Varies by label format	Use the exact printed model number

Why it matters

Using the correct model number helps us show the right diagrams and parts for your exact 42-inch deck and drive system. Even small differences can change blade style, belt length, or hardware.

If you’re ordering common wear items, confirming the model number helps avoid mix-ups with parts like the lawn tractor drive belt 532138255 or deck blades.

Last updated: February 2026

Craftsman model 917287071 does not have a single published “model year”; Craftsman used the model and serial number on the tractor’s ID label to identify the production timeframe. Use the serial number on your tractor and the identification section in the 917287071 owner's manual to determine the build date range.

How to find the build date information

We use the tractor’s product identification label (model and serial) to narrow the manufacturing timeframe.

• Locate the ID label (commonly under the seat, on the frame rail, or near the rear fender pan)
• Record the model number (917287071) and the serial number exactly as shown
• Check the manual’s identification/parts reference sections for where the label is located and how it’s used
• If your engine has a separate tag (model, type, code), record that too; it helps confirm the engine’s build date
• Use the serial number when ordering parts to ensure the correct diagrams and revisions

What the manual tells us (and what it does not)

The operator’s manual cover shows a related series listing (for example, 917.28707) and general configuration details for that platform. That helps confirm you are in the right tractor family, but the serial number is what pins down the production timeframe.

Item you check	Where to find it	What it’s used for
Tractor model number	Tractor ID label	Confirms the correct parts family (917-series)
Tractor serial number	Tractor ID label	Identifies the production run and parts revisions
Engine code/model	Engine tag	Helps date the engine and match tune-up parts

Why it matters

The production run affects parts fitment and diagram callouts for wear items like belts, blades, and deck hardware. For example, when replacing blades, matching the correct 42-inch deck blade style for your exact deck setup matters; one common option listed for this model is the lawn tractor 42-in deck high-lift blade 532138971.

Last updated: February 2026

You can find the model number for your Craftsman riding lawn tractor on the product identification label (model and serial tag) mounted on the tractor frame, typically under the seat area or near the rear fender. For model 917287071, the operator manual also lists the model on the cover.

Quick places to check on a Craftsman tractor

Look for a sticker or metal tag in these common locations:

• Under the seat (lift the seat and look on the frame pan)
• On the rear fender or inside the left or right fender well
• Near the engine compartment on the frame rail
• Around the footrest area on the frame
• Near the transaxle area on the rear frame

What the model number looks like

Craftsman riding equipment model numbers are usually a 9-digit number (often shown with a dot in printed manuals). For this tractor, you may see it formatted like this:

Where you see it	Example format	What it means
ID label on tractor	917287071	Model number used for parts lookup
Manual cover	917.28707	Same model family formatting in the manual

Use the full number from the tractor’s ID label when ordering parts.

Tips for reading the tag correctly

• Write down both the model and serial number before you start shopping for parts
• If the label is dirty, wipe it with a damp rag and mild cleaner (avoid scraping)
• If the label is faded, take a photo and zoom in to confirm each digit
• Match the model number exactly to avoid ordering the wrong blade, belt, or mandrel parts

Why it matters

The model number is how we match the correct diagrams and parts for your exact deck and drive system. Even small changes between similar Craftsman tractors can affect fit for items like a drive belt or mower blades.

For more model-specific identification details and operating info, use the 917287071 owner’s manual.

Last updated: February 2026