My Rating of this Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower:
Craftsman Model 28856 with Turn Tight!
My Value/Cost Rating: Yard Tractor, Mows Lawn Well, Mulches. Great for 1 to 5 Acre Lawns, Light Hauling, Light Snow Removal. Accepts Light Attachments & Bagger.
Type: Yard Tractor. See Tractor Rider Mower Types for a complete explanation.
Engine Type: Better. Full Pressure Lube. See Engine Types for a complete explanation.
Transmission Type: Hydrostatic. See Transmission Types for a complete explanation.
Speed Control: Pedal Infinite
Accepts Medium Duty Attachments:
Don’t Forget Your Trailer, Dethatcher, Aerator, Broadcast Spreader. See Attachments for more info.
Tractor Attachments: See Attachments page and At Sears Tractor Attachments and Tractor Attachments At Northern Tool.
What I Like!
This is the best Craftsman for value, cut, durability and overall satisfaction for your typical suburban yard and snow removal for your driveway. This Yard Tractor specifically has a 54 inch deck and 26 hp twin cylinder Briggs & Stratton engine. Please read my reviews of all the YT models so you can find the best yard tractor for you. Over the last 2 years I have mowed with this 54 inch deck and it will cut as well or better than any other comparable deck from all the other brands. You will not be disappointed with the cut. With correct blades for your lawn the fully vented deck has good lift for poor lawns and gets rid of the grass evenly and quickly for well kept lawns. With hi-lift blades both decks bag very well.
Watch the New Turn Tight Technology In Action!
Craftsman YT 4500 54 inch 26 hp Briggs Yard Tractor Model 28858
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My Review:
Priced at about $900 less than the highly comparable D170 John Deere and $500 less than the Cub Cadet SLTX 1054 and the Ariens 54 in at HomeDepot.com this Craftsman Model 28858 is one of the best values on the market today. This model features the new Craftsman Turn Tight Technology, step through operator’s platform, Briggs & Stratton oil pump lube engine with oil filter, and a 54 inch deck.
The 28858 has a pedal control hydrostatic transmission with cruise control. This transmission is easy to use and will perform well for mowing and medium duty yard tasks. (it drives more like your car)
If you want a mower that will mow 1 to 5 acres well, handle a snow thrower, and all the non-ground engaging attachments this is a great choice for you. This tractor is heavy enough to handle moderately hilly and rough lawns. There are other mowers in the Craftsman lineup that will mow faster, or pull more, but this is a great all around mowing machine. This lawn tractor is one riding mower that will work well for your large suburban lawn.
I like the mid-size YT 4500 series. I think they represent a good value and a machine that if taken care of properly will last you a long time. If I had more than 1 acre and didn’t want to use it for gardening I would own one of these myself.
This yard tractor is capable of using all the non-ground engaging attachments Sears offers including a snow thrower. Click here to see the full line of Sears attachments.
Cons:
The YT 4500 is heavy enough for a snow plow and snow thrower (with rear weights and chains). Craftsman does make 4 other models that have larger tires that are heavier for areas of the country that get a lot of snow.
This yard tractor has a high capacity deck that has a lot of airflow. Because of that when you install a mulch plug you will get some “blow by” when mowing dry grass. What that means is the deck will blow grass out the right front corner of the deck. You will get dirty mowing your lawn. If you use it for side discharge though it cuts very well and evenly.
Final Thoughts:
I personally feel the new Turn Tight Technology this yard tractor changes the game for just about all residential yard owners. For most of you this will mow as quickly as a residential zero-turn. It is easier to drive, is easier on your lawn and less expensive than the comparable zero-turn models. There is no “learning curve” like there is with a zero-turn. It will handle slopes that the residential zero-turns won’t. And………it will pull stuff!
There are very few negatives with this mower as long as you understand that it is a good quality mower with a large deck. Take care of it (do the normal maintenance all lawn mowers need) and it will last you a long time. I like this lawn mower for what it is designed for. With the Turn Tight Technology and at around $1999 on sale it is a great value.
Product Description From Sears
Powered by a Briggs & Stratton® 26 hp Platinum V-Twin engine and coupled Craftsman’s exclusive Turn Tight™ technology this mower gets the job done in less time. Turn Tight™ technology gives you the tightest turning radius of any yard tractor available in the market at 8″ for best in class maneuverability. A tighter turning radius lets you cut more closely around landscapes obstacles and prevents you from the need to repeatedly reposition your tractor. This yard tractor features a premium hydrostatic transmission and massive 54″ cutting deck to mow larger areas with less passes.
- Exclusive Craftsman Turn Tight™ technology delivers an 8″ turning radius
- 26″ hp Briggs & Stratton® Platinum V-Twin engine
- 54″ precision cut deck
- Spring loaded deck lift system
- 4 adjustable gauge wheels and nose roller
- Premium hydrostatic automatic transmission
- Foot Pedal drive for added convenience
- Handy cup holder
- Wider step thru area
- Automotive type slide seat system
- Weight: 556 lbs
- Color: Black
- Fully assembled
- 2-year full, 5-year frame and lifetime front axle warranty
- Not available for sale in California
3 bin Bagger Model: Model 24917 3 bin bagger
Special Offers ONLINE ONLY:
Here are examples of special ONLINE ONLY offers that Sears and Kmart run regularly. These specials are available online only and the stores can’t match them. These specials usually run for one or two days only and can be as short as four hours. Buy Online-pick up at your nearest Sears or Kmart or buy online and have it delivered to your home.
Check the Kmart link below also because they run different specials at different times than your Sears.
New this Year! If you don’t have a Sears near you can buy it from Kmart and they will deliver it for a normal charge.
Use these links and click on the “Special Offers” Tab to see this weeks special offers for your product, and location.
Sears Link: Craftsman YT 4500 B&S Model 28858 at Sears
Kmart Link: Craftsman YT 4500 B&S Model 28858
3YR In-Home Repair Protection Agreement $ 499.99 (cost may vary by location)
5YR In-Home Repair Protection Agreement $ 799.99(cost may vary by location)
* 10 % Off 3 year Repair Protection Agreement after mail-in rebate when you buy any Power Lawn and Garden regular price item over $199.
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