Craftsman 917254750 lawn tractor Parts

To find the right Craftsman parts for model 917254750, match your tractor’s model number (found under the seat) and then use the parts diagrams in the 917254750 owner's manual to identify the exact part name and part number before ordering.

• Confirm the tractor model number on the model plate under the seat (it should read 917254750).
• Locate the engine model number on the blower housing (the manual lists 143.426122 for this tractor).
• Use the repair parts sections in the manual to find the correct diagram (tractor vs. engine).
• Write down the part number and part description exactly as shown.
• If you are replacing a wear item, compare belt routing, pulley style, and mounting points before you buy.

Many repairs start with high-wear items. For this model, these are common examples:

Riding mower parts are often model-specific. Using the 917254750 diagrams prevents ordering the wrong belt length, mandrel style, or wheel hardware, and it also helps you confirm where the part installs before you start the repair.

Last updated: February 2026

A 547 cc engine typically produces about 17 to 20 horsepower depending on the engine design, RPM rating, and tuning. For Craftsman model 917254750, the owner’s documentation lists a 12.5 HP tractor/engine setup, so cc-to-HP comparisons do not apply directly to this specific model. See the 917254750 owner's manual for the exact engine identification and ratings.

Engine displacement (cc) measures cylinder volume; horsepower measures power output at a specific RPM. Two engines with the same cc can have different horsepower because of:

• Governed RPM (higher RPM usually means higher HP)
• Compression ratio and combustion design
• Carburetor and ignition tuning
• Emissions calibration
• Load rating method (gross vs net)

The documentation for model 917254750 identifies this tractor as a 12.5 HP 38-inch model and shows a Tecumseh engine family listing in the repair parts section.

If your tractor feels weak (bogging, poor cut, slow ground speed), horsepower is rarely the only factor. Check these common causes first:

• Dull or damaged blades, or deck packed with wet grass
• Worn or slipping blade drive belt (deck belt)
• Worn or slipping ground drive belt
• Dirty air filter or stale fuel
• Incorrect throttle/choke operation

If you are chasing a belt-related power loss, the lawn tractor drive belt 532125907 is one of the model-listed drive belt options.

Why it matters: Using the model’s rated HP and correct engine identification helps you choose compatible parts (belts, pulleys, tune-up items) and avoid mismatches based on cc alone.

Last updated: February 2026

To tell how old your Craftsman lawn tractor model 917254750 is, we match the manufacture date (from the tractor’s date code/ID tag) to today’s date. Once you decode the tag, you can calculate the tractor’s age in years and months using that build date; see the 917254750 owner's manual for tag locations and identification details.

On most Craftsman front-engine lawn tractors, the date code is printed on an ID label (often under the seat, on the frame near the rear fender, or near the engine area). Before you start, set the parking brake and remove the key.

Common places to check:

• Under the seat pan or on the seat support
• Left or right frame rail near the rear wheels
• Near the engine shroud or hood support area
• On the transaxle area label (if equipped)

Many Craftsman tractor date codes use a 6-digit format that reads as:

• MM = month
• DD = day
• YY = year

Example: 072811 = July 28, 2011.

Once you have the build date, compare it to today.

• If your code decodes to July 28, 2011, then as of February 6, 2026, the tractor is 14 years, 6 months old.
• If your code is a different date, use the same method: build date plus calendar time to February 6, 2026.

Knowing the build date helps us choose the right Craftsman parts and maintenance items (belts, blades, battery, and deck components) and it also helps when you are troubleshooting wear issues like slipping drive or uneven cutting.

Last updated: February 2026

The Craftsman lawn tractor model 917254750 uses a Tecumseh engine (Tecumseh engine model 143.426122) per the repair parts listing in the 917254750 owner's manual. If you are asking about a 547cc IntelliPOWER engine, that is a different engine family than what’s specified for this Craftsman model.

In the engine repair parts section for model 917254750, the manual identifies:

• Engine manufacturer: Tecumseh
• Engine model number: 143.426122
• Tractor rating shown in the same section: 12.5 HP

“547cc IntelliPOWER” is commonly used to describe certain modern riding mower engines, but the documentation for Craftsman 917254750 points to a Tecumseh 12.5 HP engine platform instead.

Use these checks to avoid ordering the wrong tune-up or fuel parts:

• Look for the engine ID tag on the blower housing or valve cover
• Match the engine model on the tag to the engine model listed in the 917254750 owner's manual
• Verify the tractor model number is 917254750 (usually under the seat or on the frame)
• If you’re troubleshooting a no-start, follow riding lawn mower engine spins but wont start video
• If the starter only clicks, use riding lawn mower engine clicks but doesnt turn over video

Engine maker and engine model determine the correct carburetor parts, ignition parts, gaskets, and even basic service items. Confirming Tecumseh 143.426122 for model 917254750 prevents mismatched parts and repeat repairs.

Last updated: February 2026

For the Craftsman lawn tractor on this page, the model number is 917254750. If you are asking about a “42-inch” Craftsman rider in general, the model number varies by tractor series and year; the most reliable match comes from the ID tag and the 917254750 owner's manual.

We recommend checking the tractor’s product ID label first, then confirming it against the manual and parts diagrams.

• Look under the seat pan or seat bracket area
• Check the frame near the rear wheels or hitch plate
• Look under the hood near the engine compartment (varies by design)
• Write down the full model number exactly as shown (all digits)
• Use the model number to match belts, blades, and deck parts correctly

This Craftsman 917254750 documentation references a 38-inch mower deck in the repair parts section, so a “42-inch” description may refer to a different Craftsman tractor model.

Using the correct model number prevents ordering the wrong drive belt, blade drive V-belt, or deck hardware. Even small differences (deck size, transaxle type, or spindle design) change the correct replacement parts.

If you are replacing deck components on this model, common deck-related parts include the husqvarna lawn tractor mandrel housing, 6 in 532128774 and the lawn tractor drive v-belt 532144200.

Last updated: February 2026

On a Craftsman riding lawn tractor like model 917254750, the model number is printed on the tractor’s ID label (commonly under the seat area or on the frame). Once you match that label to 917254750, you can use the correct parts diagrams and specs from the 917254750 owner's manual.

Check these common ID-label locations first (wipe dirt and grass off the area so the numbers are readable):

• Under the seat pan or on the seat support bracket
• On the frame rail near the engine compartment
• Near the rear fender or above the transaxle area
• Under the hood on the chassis (less common)
• On the mower deck shell (deck model info may be separate from tractor model)

For accurate parts matching, we recommend recording more than just the model number.

Craftsman tractors can look similar across years, but belts, deck parts, and safety switches can differ by model. Using the correct model number helps you choose the right drive belt, blade drive belt, and deck hardware the first time.

If your label confirms 917254750, these are examples of parts commonly associated with this model’s wheels and deck hardware:

• Hub cap 532104757 (axle cover/hub cap)
• Lawn tractor drive belt 532125907 (ground drive belt)
• Lawn tractor seat switch 532421062 (operator presence switch)

Last updated: February 2026