Craftsman 123.8837 vs Simplicity 401
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 123.8837 and the Simplicity 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
- The Simplicity 401 is the more recent model: production started in 1965, versus 1959 for the Craftsman 123.8837.
- The Craftsman 123.8837 has the wider mower deck: 26" versus 24".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 123.8837 | Simplicity 401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 4 HP | 4 HP |
| Production years | 1959 | 1965–1966 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 113 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 2 | — |
| Mower deck | 26" | 24" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 123.8837 or the Simplicity 401?
The Craftsman 123.8837 and the Simplicity 401 deliver the same power: 4 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 123.8837 or the Simplicity 401?
The Simplicity 401 is the more recent model: production started in 1965, versus 1959 for the Craftsman 123.8837.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 123.8837 or the Simplicity 401?
The Craftsman 123.8837 has the wider mower deck: 26" versus 24".
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