Bolens 728 vs Craftsman 131.9640
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 728 and the Craftsman 131.9640 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Bolens 728 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.
- The Bolens 728 is heavier: 147 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
- The Craftsman 131.9640 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 728 | Craftsman 131.9640 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1973 | 1968 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 147 kg | 120 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 154 cm | 137 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Bolens 728 and the Craftsman 131.9640 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Bolens 728 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Bolens 728 is heavier: 147 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 728 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Craftsman 131.9640 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".