Bolens 829 vs Craftsman 131.8136
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 829 and the Craftsman 131.8136 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 165 kg for the Bolens 829.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 829 | Craftsman 131.8136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1978 | 1974 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 165 kg | 185 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | — |
| Length | 154 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 829 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Bolens 829 and the Craftsman 131.8136 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 829 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 165 kg for the Bolens 829.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 829 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 28".
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