Bolens 1050 vs Craftsman 131.9670
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1050 and the Craftsman 131.9670 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.9670 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1966 for the Bolens 1050.
- The Bolens 1050 is heavier: 292 kg versus 265 kg for the Craftsman 131.9670.
- The Bolens 1050 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1050 | Craftsman 131.9670 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Production years | 1966–1969 | 1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 292 kg | 265 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 160 cm | 148 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1050 or the Craftsman 131.9670?
The Bolens 1050 and the Craftsman 131.9670 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1050 or the Craftsman 131.9670?
The Craftsman 131.9670 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1966 for the Bolens 1050.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1050 or the Craftsman 131.9670?
The Bolens 1050 is heavier: 292 kg versus 265 kg for the Craftsman 131.9670.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1050 or the Craftsman 131.9670?
The Bolens 1050 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".