Craftsman 42-in 20 HP V-Twin Hydrostatic Turn Tight Gas Riding Lawn Mower
Riding (Lawn Tractor) mower · Model CM13APA9ZSA93 · Prosumer-duty · Gas
The Craftsman 42-in 20 HP V-Twin Hydrostatic Turn Tight Gas Riding Lawn Mower is a prosumer-grade gas lawn tractor, built for large residential properties and acreage, with a 42-inch deck and a 747cc engine making 20 hp. It weighs 520 lb (235.9 kg).
At a glance
Engine
| Power Source | gas |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Power | 20 hp |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 42 in (1067 mm) |
|---|---|
| Blades | 1 |
| Min Cut Height | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 3.5 in (89 mm) |
| Cut Positions | 12 |
Drive
| Ground Speed | 5.5 mph |
|---|---|
| Reverse Speed | 3 mph |
Dimensions
| Weight | 520 lbs (235.9 kg) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
Productivity & acreage
42-in 20 HP V-Twin Hydrostatic Turn Tight Gas Riding Lawn Mower deck width, ground speed and computed acres-per-hour, from the specs we have. Duty class: Prosumer — A higher-capacity homeowner machine for larger properties and acreage.
Productivity computed from deck width and ground speed. Compare on the calculator ›
| Deck width | 42 in |
|---|---|
| Engine make | not specified by manufacturer |
| Engine displacement | 747 cc |
| Engine power | 20 hp |
| Transmission | not specified by manufacturer |
| Drive type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Ground speed | 5.5 mph |
| Cut-height range | 25 mm – 89 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11.3562 L |
| Weight | 235.8678 kg |
| Warranty | not specified by manufacturer |
| Commercial warranty | not specified by manufacturer |
| Deck construction | not specified by manufacturer |
| Deck gauge | not specified by manufacturer |
| Spindle type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Frame construction | not specified by manufacturer |
| Anti-scalp rollers | not specified by manufacturer |
| Drive tire size | not specified by manufacturer |
| Seat type | not specified by manufacturer |
| Dealer network | not specified by manufacturer |
Similar models
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Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — craftsman.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.
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