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Craftsman GT6000 Specifications
The Craftsman GT6000 is a 2WD garden tractor from GT Series with a rated power of 18 hp (13.4 kW) or 20 hp (14.9 kW). This model was manufactured by AYP from 1991 to 1997. The machine is powered by one of five gasoline engines: Kohler Magnum MV18S, Kohler Magnum MV20S, Kohler Magnum M20QS, Kohler Command CV20S, or Briggs and Stratton 422707. The Craftsman GT6000 tractor is fitted with several types of transmission: hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears, or gear transmission with 6 forward and 2 reverse gears.
The Craftsman GT6000 tractor is equipped with a manual steering system, mechanical PTO clutch, mechanical disc brakes, 16x7.50-8 or 16x6.50-8 front tires, and 23x10.50-12 or 24x12.00-12 rear tires. The tractor is compatible with the following attachments: 42", 44", 46", or 50" mid-mount mower deck with cutting height of 1.5-4.0" (37-100 mm) and mechanical lift system.
| Kohler MV18S Engine |
Engine Model ...................... Kohler MV18S
Engine Type ...................... 4-cycle twin cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine
Number of Cylinderss ...................... 2
Displacement, cu.in (cc) ...................... 42.18 (692)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.12 (79.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 2.75 (70.0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 18.0 (13.4)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 3600
Idle Speed, rpm ...................... 1200
Compression Ratio ...................... 6.0:1
Fuel System Type ...................... Carburetor
Carburetor Type ...................... Adjustable main jet or fixed jet
Fuel Pump Type ...................... Mechanical
Fuel Filter Type ...................... In-line
Governor Type ...................... Mechanical
Lubrication System ...................... Full pressure
Oil Filter Type ...................... Full-flow type
Air Cleaner Type ...................... Replaceable, paper element
Ignition System ...................... Electronic
Spark Plug Type ...................... Champion RV15YC
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.025 (0.63)
Module Air Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.008-0.012 (0.20-0.30)
Intake Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.003-0.006 (0.08-0.16)
Exhaust Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.011-0.014 (0.28-0.35)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 3.5 (13.2)
Oil Capacity, qt (L) ...................... 1.75 (1.70)
| Kohler MV20S Engine |
Engine Model ...................... Kohler MV20S
Engine Type ...................... 4-cycle twin cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine
Number of Cylinderss ...................... 2
Displacement, cu.in (cc) ...................... 46.98 (770)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.12 (79.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 3.06 (78.0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 20.0 (14.9)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 3600
Idle Speed, rpm ...................... 1200
Compression Ratio ...................... 6.0:1
Fuel System Type ...................... Carburetor
Carburetor Type ...................... Adjustable main jet or fixed jet
Fuel Pump Type ...................... Mechanical
Fuel Filter Type ...................... In-line
Governor Type ...................... Mechanical
Lubrication System ...................... Full pressure
Oil Filter Type ...................... Full-flow type
Air Cleaner Type ...................... Replaceable, paper element
Ignition System ...................... Electronic
Spark Plug Type ...................... Champion RV15YC
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.025 (0.63)
Module Air Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.008-0.012 (0.20-0.30)
Intake Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.003-0.006 (0.08-0.16)
Exhaust Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.011-0.014 (0.28-0.35)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 3.5 (13.2)
Oil Capacity, qt (L) ...................... 1.75 (1.70)
| Kohler M20QS Engine |
Engine Model ...................... Kohler Magnum M20QS
Engine Type ...................... 4-cycle twin cylinder air-cooled gasoline
Number of Cylinderss ...................... 2
Displacement, cu.in (cc) ...................... 46.98 (769.8)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.12 (79.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 3.06 (78.0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 20.0 (14.9)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 3600
Idle Speed, rpm ...................... 1200
Compression Ratio ...................... 6.6:1
Fuel System Type ...................... Carburetor
Carburetor Model ...................... Kohler or Walbro
Carburetor Type ...................... Adjustable main jet or fixed jet
Fuel Pump Type ...................... Mechanical
Fuel Filter Type ...................... In-line
Governor Type ...................... Mechanical
Lubrication System ...................... Full pressure
Oil Filter Type ...................... Full-flow type
Air Cleaner Type ...................... Replaceable, paper element
Ignition System ...................... Electronic
Spark Plug Type ...................... Champion RV17YC
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.035 (0.89)
Module Air Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.008-0.012 (0.20-0.30)
Intake Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.003-0.006 (0.08-0.16)
Exhaust Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.011-0.014 (0.28-0.35)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 3.5 (13.2)
Oil Capacity, qt (L) ...................... 1.75 (1.70)
| Kohler CV20S Engine |
Engine Model ...................... Kohler Command CV20S
Engine Type ...................... V-Twin OHV vertical shaft four-cycle gasoline engine
Number of Cylinders ...................... 2
Piston Displacement, cu.in (cc) ...................... 38.0 (624)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.03 (77.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 2.64 (67.0)
Engine Power, Hp (kW) ...................... 20.5 (15.3)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 3600
Maximum Torque, Nm (ft-lb) ...................... 44.2 (32.6)
Torque Speed, rpm ...................... 2600
Compression Ratio ...................... 8.5:1
Fuel System Type ...................... Carburetor
Carburetor Type ...................... Fixed Main Jet
Fuel Pump Type ...................... Pulse type
Fuel Filter Type ...................... In-line
Governor Type ...................... Mechanical, centrifugal type
Cooling System ...................... Air Intake
Air Cleaner Type ...................... Replaceable, high density paper element
Lubrication System ...................... Full-Pressure
Oil Pump Type ...................... Gerotor
Oil Filter Type ...................... Full-flow
Ignition System ...................... Electronic magneto
Spark Plug ...................... Champion RC12YC
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.030 (0.76)
Ignition Module Air Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.011-0.013 (0.28-0.33)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 3.5 (13.2)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 2.0 (1.9)
| Briggs Engine |
Engine Model ..................... Briggs and Stratton 422707
Engine Type ..................... 4-cycle opposed twin cylinder vertical shaft air-cooled gasoline engine
Number of Cylinderss ..................... 2
Displacement, cu.in (cc) ..................... 42.33 (694)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) ..................... 3.44 (87.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) ..................... 2.28 (58.0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ..................... 18.0 (13.3)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ..................... 3600
Idle Speed, rpm ..................... 1200-1400
Maximum Torque, Nm (ft-lbs) ..................... 38.6 (28.6)
Torque Speed, rpm ..................... 2600
Fuel System Type ..................... Carburetor
Carburetor Type ..................... Float
Governor Type ..................... Mechanical
Cylinder Bore Type ..................... Cast iron sleeve
Lubrication System ..................... Full pressure
Air Cleaner Type ..................... Paper cartridge with a foam pre-cleaner
Cooling System ..................... Forced air
Ignition System ..................... Flywheel magneto
Spark Plug Type ..................... Champion RJ-12
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ..................... 0.03 (0.76)
Point Gap, in (mm) ..................... 0.020 (0.51)
Valve Clearance (Intake), in (mm) ..................... 0.004-0.006 (0.10-0.15)
Valve Clearance (Exhaust), in (mm) ..................... 0.007-0.009 (0.18-0.23)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 3.5 (13.2)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ..................... 1.75 (1.70)
| Electrical System |
Electrical System Rating, Volts ..................... 12
Charging System ..................... Alternator
Starter Type ..................... Electric
Number of Batteries ..................... 1
Battery Voltage, Volts ..................... 12
Electric Ground ..................... Negative
| Power Take Off |
PTO Operational Type ..................... Independent
PTO Clutch ..................... Manual
PTO Speed, rpm ..................... 2800
| Standard Transmission |
Transmission Type ..................... Gear
Gearbox Type ..................... 6F/2R
Number of Forward Gears ..................... 6
Number of Reverse Gears ..................... 2
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ..................... 4.0 (3.8)
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) ..................... 5.6 (9.0)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) ..................... 2.2 (3.5)
| Optional Transmission |
Transmission Model ..................... Hydro Gear
Transmission Type ..................... Hydrostatic
Number of Forward Gears ..................... Infinite
Number of Reverse Gears ..................... Infinite
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) ..................... 5.6 (9.0)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) ..................... 2.5 (4.0)
| Wheels and Tires |
Wheel Drive System ..................... 2WD 4x2
Steering Configuration ..................... Front steer
Steering System ..................... Manual
Brakes Type ..................... Mechanical disc
Front Tire Size ..................... 16x7.50-8
Front Tire Size ..................... 16x6.50-8
Rear Tire Size ..................... 23x10.50-12
Rear Tire Size ..................... 24x12.00-12
| 42" Mower Deck |
Mower Deck Type ..................... Mid-mount
Number of Blades ..................... 2
Cutting Width, in (mm) ..................... 42 (1060)
Cutting Height, in (mm) ..................... 1.5-4.0 (37-100)
Cut Positions ..................... 6
Drive System ..................... Belt
Lift System ..................... Mechanical
| 44" Mower Deck |
Mower Deck Type ..................... Mid-mount
Number of Blades ..................... 3
Cutting Width, in (mm) ..................... 44 (1110)
Cutting Height, in (mm) ..................... 1.5-4.0 (37-100)
Cut Positions ..................... 6
Drive System ..................... Belt
Lift System ..................... Mechanical
| 46" Mower Deck |
Mower Deck Type ..................... Mid-mount
Number of Blades ..................... 3
Cutting Width, in (mm) ..................... 46 (1160)
Cutting Height, in (mm) ..................... 1.5-4.0 (37-100)
Cut Positions ..................... 6
Drive System ..................... Belt
Lift System ..................... Mechanical
| 50" Mower Deck |
Mower Deck Type ..................... Mid-mount
Number of Blades ..................... 3
Cutting Width, in (mm) ..................... 50 (1265)
Cutting Height, in (mm) ..................... 1.5-4.0 (37-100)
Cut Positions ..................... 6
Drive System ..................... Belt
Lift System ..................... Mechanical
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