Bolens 728 vs Craftsman 131.96317
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 728 and the Craftsman 131.96317 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1972 for the Bolens 728.
- The Bolens 728 is heavier: 147 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
- The Bolens 728 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 728 | Craftsman 131.96317 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1973 | 1976 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 147 kg | 129 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 154 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Bolens 728 and the Craftsman 131.96317 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1972 for the Bolens 728.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Bolens 728 is heavier: 147 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Bolens 728 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".
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