Craftsman 131.8136 vs Ford 85
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Ford 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1970 for the Ford 85.
- The Ford 85 is heavier: 199 kg versus 185 kg for the Craftsman 131.8136.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8136 | Ford 85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974 | 1970–1972 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 185 kg | 199 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 147 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Ford 85?
The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Ford 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Ford 85?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1970 for the Ford 85.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Ford 85?
The Ford 85 is heavier: 199 kg versus 185 kg for the Craftsman 131.8136.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Ford 85?
The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".