RIDING MOWER ENGINE

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Riding Mower Engine

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Select one of our riding mower engine series to browse and compare models. We will help you choose the best engine for your needs along the way.

Commercial Turf Series™
Commercial Turf Series™

Purpose-built for use in Zero-Turn Mowers and designed to perform under the harsh, demanding conditions where these workhorse machines do their job. With our ultimate in dust and particle filtration, an advanced debris management system and beefed-up cylinder block structure, our Commercial Turf engines have what it takes to make a day’s work of the toughest mowing jobs.

Professional Series™ (with EFM)
Professional Series™ (with EFM)

The Craftsman Exclusive Professional Series™ engines are for heavy-duty mowing, hauling, and lawn maintenance and snow removal. The most powerful engine in the Craftsman lineup, the Professional Series™ gives you commercial grade components for heavy-duty performance and durability. Heavy-duty V-Twin engines deliver more power, less vibration, quieter running and greater durability for the toughest work in your yard.

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Professional Series™ (V-Twin)
Professional Series™ (V-Twin)

The Professional Series™ is a professional line of fully featured engines designed to deliver world-class endurance and power. With commercial-grade features the Professional Series delivers enhanced power, easy starting, smoother and quieter operation, long life, and professional results.

Professional Series™ (Single Cylinder)
Professional Series™ (Single Cylinder)

The Professional Series™ is a professional line of fully featured engines designed to deliver world-class endurance and power. With commercial-grade features the Professional Series delivers enhanced power, easy starting, smoother and quieter operation, long life, and professional results.

PowerBuilt™ Series (500 cc)
PowerBuilt™ Series (500 cc)

The PowerBuilt™ Series is a value-engineered yet highly functional group of engines. Designed to meet basic riding mower needs, the PowerBuilt™ series features our unique OHV (OverHead Valve) technology along with a simple-to-maintain design, creating a more durable, longer lasting engine.

PowerBuilt™ Series (344 cc)
PowerBuilt™ Series (344 cc)

The PowerBuilt™ Series is a value-engineered yet highly functional group of engines. Designed to meet basic riding mower needs, the PowerBuilt™ series features our unique OHV (OverHead Valve) technology along with a simple-to-maintain design, creating a more durable, longer lasting engine.

Intek™ with XRD Series (V-Twin)
Intek™ with XRD Series (V-Twin)

The powerful Intek™ Series V-Twin engine with XRD delivers unmatched reliability along with superior performance and durability. New for 2009, XRD is the consolidation of dozens of improvements to give the engines extra reliability and durability. The V-Twin engine also features a Dynamically Balanced Crankshaft.

Intek™ with XRD (Single Cylinder)
Intek™ with XRD (Single Cylinder)

The powerful Intek™ Series delivers unmatched reliability along with superior performance and durability. New for 2009, XRD is the consolidation of dozens of improvements to give the engines extra reliability and durability.

Platinum Series™ (V-Twin)
Platinum Series™ (V-Twin)

The Craftsman Exclusive Platinum Series™ engines are available exclusively on select Craftsman tractors. Qualified to 25% longer life, created for medium to heavy-duty use. Heavy-duty V-Twin engines deliver more power, less vibration, quieter running and greater durability for the toughest work in your yard.

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Platinum Series™ (Single Cylinder)
Platinum Series™ (Single Cylinder)

The Craftsman Exclusive Platinum Series™ engines are available exclusively on select Craftsman tractors. Qualified to 25% longer life, created for medium to heavy-duty use, they feature automotive-style lubrication that protects and cools critical engine components - even on uneven terrain and under heavy loads.

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Gold Plus Series™
Gold Plus Series™

The Craftsman Exclusive Gold+ Series™ engine gives you more. Built for medium-duty tractors, it offers all of the features of the Gold Series engine PLUS more power and the Craftsman Exclusive MRS (Most Reliable Starting) spark plug for surefire sparks every time.

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Gold Series™
Gold Series™

The Craftsman Exclusive single-cylinder Gold Series™ engine gives you the power to handle medium-duty mowing and hauling. Built to be rugged and reliable.

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Silver Series™
Silver Series™

The Craftsman Exclusive single-cylinder Silver Series™ engine is ideal for mowing and light duty hauling on flatter lawns. Built to be rugged and reliable.

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950 Series™
950 Series™

The all new 950 Series™ engines provide easier starting, more durability, and lower emissions. These lightweight engines provide the power needed for high-performance mowing. Features a Ready Start® starting system.

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Endurance Series (Single Cylinder)
Endurance Series (Single Cylinder)

The Husqvarna® Exclusive single-cylinder, Endurance Series engine gives you more. Built to be rugged and reliable, it offers features including Electric Start and Overhead Value Design.

Endurance Series (V-Twin)
Endurance Series (V-Twin)

The Husqvarna® Exclusive, Endurance Series V-Twin engine were created for medium to heavy-duty use. Heavy-duty V-Twin engines deliver more power, less vibration, quieter running and greater durability for the toughest work in your yard.

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Briggs & Stratton Riding Mower Engine

Riding Mower Engines

Buying a lawn mower may sound like a routine task but can be very daunting if you've never purchased or used one before. So we've assembled some information and tips to help you learn more about how an engine works, how to select the lawn mower that best meets your specific needs and how it can help you mow a better-looking lawn.

Quick Tips

Here are four tips you should know before you use your engine.

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Riding Mower Engines
How to Find the Perfect Riding Mower For Your Needs

Before you buy, you’ll want to consider a variety of tractors to determine what is the best fit for you.

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Engine 4 cycle theory
How An Engine Works

Learn what happens inside the engine to power your tractor and get the job done.

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Starting Your Engine

Here is a simple guide to the starting systems offered on our ride engines.

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Glossary of Engine Terms

Not sure what a governor is or which lubrication system to look for? Start here by learning what these terms mean.

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