Bolens 1053 vs Craftsman 131.8470
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 1053 and the Craftsman 131.8470 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
- The Bolens 1053 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1966 for the Craftsman 131.8470.
- The Bolens 1053 is heavier: 292 kg versus 201 kg for the Craftsman 131.8470.
- The Bolens 1053 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 1053 | Craftsman 131.8470 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Production years | 1970 | 1966 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 292 kg | 201 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 160 cm | 148 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 1053 or the Craftsman 131.8470?
The Bolens 1053 and the Craftsman 131.8470 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 1053 or the Craftsman 131.8470?
The Bolens 1053 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1966 for the Craftsman 131.8470.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 1053 or the Craftsman 131.8470?
The Bolens 1053 is heavier: 292 kg versus 201 kg for the Craftsman 131.8470.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 1053 or the Craftsman 131.8470?
The Bolens 1053 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".