Bolens 800 vs Craftsman 131.96317
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 800 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 1963 for the Bolens 800.
- The Bolens 800 is heavier: 269 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
- The Bolens 800 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 800 | Craftsman 131.96317 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1963–1965 | 1976 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 269 kg | 129 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 800 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Bolens 800 and the Craftsman 131.96317 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 800 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1963 for the Bolens 800.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 800 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Bolens 800 is heavier: 269 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 800 or the Craftsman 131.96317?
The Bolens 800 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
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