Craftsman 131.8136 vs Cub Cadet 85
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Cub Cadet 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 85 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 167 kg for the Cub Cadet 85.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8136 | Cub Cadet 85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974 | 1975–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 185 kg | 167 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 88 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 142 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Cub Cadet 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Cub Cadet 85 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 167 kg for the Cub Cadet 85.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Cub Cadet 85?
The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 32".