Bolens 853 vs Craftsman 131.8136
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 853 and the Craftsman 131.8136 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1970 for the Bolens 853.
- The Bolens 853 is heavier: 249 kg versus 185 kg for the Craftsman 131.8136.
- The Bolens 853 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 853 | Craftsman 131.8136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1971 | 1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 249 kg | 185 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | — |
| Length | 158 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 853 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Bolens 853 and the Craftsman 131.8136 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 853 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1970 for the Bolens 853.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 853 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Bolens 853 is heavier: 249 kg versus 185 kg for the Craftsman 131.8136.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 853 or the Craftsman 131.8136?
The Bolens 853 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".