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Craftsman 21 hp 46 in. Deck, YS 4500 Lawn Tractor
Sears Item# 07128724000 | Model# 28724This item is temporarily unavailable.To find a similar item, scroll down or enter a term in the search box above.
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Powered by a Briggs & Stratton 21 hp Intek Plus engine (includes oil filter) with overhead valves for cooler running and longer life. Match the speed with the job that needs to be done with our EZ Drive hydrostatic/automatic transmission . A 46" Precision Cut Plus deck system with four gauge wheels and more air flow for better cutting and bagging.
| Controls and Features: | |
|---|---|
| Shifter Location: | Pedal control |
| Steering Type: | Sector and pinion |
| Steering Wheel Type: | Deluxe |
| Product Overview: | |
| General Warranty: | 2 year full, 5 year frame & front axle |
| Lawn Tractor Type: | Hydrostatic |
| Transmission Type: | HYDROSTATIC AUTOMATIC |
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Specifications & Dimensions
| Controls and Features: | |
|---|---|
| Shifter Location: | Pedal control |
| Steering Type: | Sector and pinion |
| Steering Wheel Type: | Deluxe |
| Product Overview: | |
| General Warranty: | 2 year full, 5 year frame & front axle |
| Lawn Tractor Type: | Hydrostatic |
| Transmission Type: | HYDROSTATIC AUTOMATIC |
| Color: | |
| Overall Color: | Red |
| Installation Requirements: | |
| Setup Requirements: | Some assembly required |
| Chassis: | |
| Brakes Type: | Disk |
| Frame Type: | Channel |
| Front Axle Material: | Cast iron |
| Frame Material: | 11 ga. formed steel |
| Step Thru Frame: | Yes |
| Wheel Grease Zerks: | Yes |
| Handling & Operating: | |
| Speed & Direction Control: | 1 foot pedal |
| Turning Radius: | 16 in. |
| Drive System: | |
| Power Transfer Device: | Hydrostatic |
| Speeds, Forward: | Infinite |
| Speeds, Reverse: | Infinite |
| Power Propulsion Type: | Transmission |
| Transmission Type: | Automatic |
| Motor-Engine: | |
| Air Filter Type: | Dual |
| Cylinders No.: | 1 |
| Motor CC: | 502 cc |
| Electronic Ignition: | Yes |
| Engine Brand: | Briggs & Stratton(r) |
| Exhaust Valve Rotator: | No |
| Lubrication System: | Splash |
| Oil Filter: | Yes |
| Engine Series: | Intek Plus |
| Cylinder Liner: | Cast iron |
| Horsepower: | 21 hp |
| Overhead Valve Engine: | Yes |
| Valve Design: | Overhead |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Front: | 15 x 6 x 6 in. |
| Rear Tire Size: | 20 x 8 x 8 in. |
| Type: | Turf saver |
| Accessory or Attachment: | |
| Electric Clutch For Attach.: | No |
| Fuel System: | |
| Fuel Capacity: | 2.5 gal. |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
| Accessories Accepted: | |
| 2 Bin Bagger: | #24903 |
| 3 Bin Bagger: | #24904 |
| Accepts Bagger: | 24903/24904 |
| Dozer Blade: | No |
| Electric Lift Kit: | No |
| Ground-Engaging Attach.: | No |
| Hauling Equipment: | Yes |
| Lawn Care Attach: | Yes |
| Mulch Kit Part Number: | #33746 |
| Snow Blade or Thrower: | Yes |
| Convenience: | |
| Battery Ammeter: | No |
| Cup Holder: | Yes |
| Cruise Control: | Yes |
| Seat, Adjustable: | Yes |
| Cut: | |
| Cutting Blades Number: | 2 |
| Cutting Deck Type: | Precision cut plus |
| Cutting Height Adj. Type: | One lever |
| Deck Cut Width: | 46 in. |
| Deck Thickness (Gauge): | 12 |
| Gauge Wheels: | Yes |
| Mulch Ready: | No |
| Number of Deck Gauge Wheels: | 4 |
| Cutting Range: | 1-1/2 to 4 in. |
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Product Description
Powered by a Briggs & Stratton 21 hp Intek Plus engine (includes oil filter) with overhead valves for cooler running and longer life. Match the speed with the job that needs to be done with our EZ Drive hydrostatic/automatic transmission . A 46" Precision Cut Plus deck system with four gauge wheels and more air flow for better cutting and bagging.
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- Exclusive 21 hp B/S Intek Plus Engine
- Exclusive 46" Precision Cut Plus Deck System W/ 4 Adj. Gauge Wheels
- Spring Loaded Deck Lift System
- Ez Drive Hydrostatic / Automatic Transmission
- Foot Pedal Drive For Added Convenience
- Handy Cup Holder
- Wider Step Thru Area
- Automotive Type Slide Seat System
- 2 Year Full, 5 Year Frame and Front Axle Warranty
- Engine power values are as rated by the engine manufacturer.
Added on February 16, 2009
Customer Ratings And Reviews
Overall Rating
(46 reviews)
40 of 46 (86%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Our most helpful positive review
16 people thought this was helpful.
Great tmower January 01, 2009
I bought this mower in June 2008 after my 9 year old MTD went out of commission. My neighbor had just purchased this mower and I borrowed it while I waited on a part for my MTD. I liked the mower so much I bought one the following week! The mower starts smoothly and cuts evenly. I recommend the deluxe or plus deck with four wheels. It hugs the ground but easily goes over contours in the lawn thus keeping the blades in contact with the grass. I heard that this mower is slow in backup mode but I have not found that to be the case. The chair sits nice and high and it handles well including turns. It has plenty of power. This is my first mower with a Kohler engine and I am pleasantly surprised. Liek all products they only last as long as you care for them and maintain them. This mower is definitely a good buy especially for someone as picky about their lawn as I am.
Our most helpful negative review
56 people thought this was helpful.
Hidden Costs September 11, 2008
I purchased this tractor in September of 2007. Consumer Reports rated it very high for its mowing capabilities. I COMPLETELY agree with this rating for this mower cuts the grass VERY evenly. I can not say enough good things about the appearance of the lawn after mowing. The motor always starts quickly and shuts off nicely. The motor does surge at first, but quickly evens out. Some of these mowers were returned to my Sears store due to more noticeable surge problems. The hydrostat runs smoothly whether mowing or dethatching. One concern I have about the hydrostat is with the belt that connects the motor to the hydrostat. I noticed the tractor really slowing down this spring of 2008 compared to when I used it briefly in the fall of 2007. Since the mower has a 2 year warranty, I had Sears visit the mower to look at this and a few other concerns. The Sears mechanic said the belt probably stretched. I was really surprised to hear a belt would stretch after only mowing a few times in Oct last year and mowing 2 to 4 times a month since April of 2008. When he removed the belt, the old one was an inch or so longer than the new one. The belt cost $28 but was replaced free since the mower has a two year warranty. What really CONCERNS me is that this drive belt has no adjustment on it. Once it stretches, the tractor slows down more and more. A Sears's repairman said these tractors never had an adjustment for the drive belt. Every other mower I have owned has had an adjustment to take the looseness out of a stretching belt. Not this one. My old mower has had the same belt for years! I guess one has to get used to the tractor going slower, or put on a new belt every year of so. If you like to cut your grass fast, be prepared to replace the belt every year or so. The bagger for this tractor had some less than positive reviews from previous reviewers in 07 and before. More than a few folks mentioned how the rubber ring in the hood of the bagger that accepts the tube from the deck has issues. Unless one is VERY careful, that ring will come out of its slot. The rubber ring comes out MUCH easier than it goes back into the hood. I have learned to be very careful so that it does not pop out. My previous riding mower, a Honda, NEVER had issues with anything falling apart or coming out of place. A bigger concern about the bagger is something I don't remember reading about in a review. If the tube connecting the mower deck to the bagger gets clogged up, clearing the clog is less than fun. The tube that connects the deck to the bagger is composed of two pieces. When you separate the upper piece of the tube from the lower piece, you have to be VERY careful that the rubber ring in the bagger's hood does not pop out. The length of the lower part of the tube is longer than the length of my arm. So unless you have really long arms, cleaning out the clogged tube is not fun. On my Honda, the lower part of the tube was shorter than the upper part. So clearing a clog was easy. The lower part also had a clear see through portion in the lower tube so one could see if the lower tube was clogging. I agree with a previous review who said the hood does rattle. The hood is flimsy but his solution of putting on rubber pads would work well. The hood is easy to remove to work on the motor. My dad likes the step through feature of the mower, but he says the mower rides like a Model T Ford car from the last century. This mower is not a smooth rider but the bouncing around is normal for a mid range tractor. Long story short, this mower cuts the grass beautifully. I really DON'T like the bagger that Craftsman makes for this tractor. I am disappointed with the drive belt stretching so quickly. If one would have to pay a person to install the belt, the labor would have been close to $200 according to the warranty receipt given to me. Thanks for taking the time to read these comments. I hope you find them useful to you in making a wise buying decision. Personally, next time I will not buy a tractor with the concerns I shared.
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Good for the $$ March 09, 2010
By mpscholle
of Lawrenceburg, IN
I have had this mower for a few months and I like it. I have the 42 inch snow blade for it as well. Works good. If you want a mower that is a very hard worker, you may want to get something more heavy duty but this works for light work.
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Deck is too low August 04, 2009
By VADudeRanch
of Richmond, VA
I like my mower. Only problem I've had is that the mowing deck is too low. Even at level 6 it's only about 4" off the ground. Sears needs to fix the design.
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craftsman ys 4500 lawn traactor June 24, 2009
By Anonymous
of Aitkin, MN
IT runs great and i have had no problems with the lawn tractor and i have had it for 3 years
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great tractor May 27, 2009
By LawnBiscuit0128
of Unknown
This is a very great lawn tractor. I really love the hand controlled speed. has plenty of power. very good mower, would refer to anyone.
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