Craftsman 131.8136 vs Gilson lawn tractors M-8
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Gilson lawn tractors M-8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1969 for the Gilson lawn tractors M-8.
- The Gilson lawn tractors M-8 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8136 | Gilson lawn tractors M-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974 | 1969 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 185 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Length | 152 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 36" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Gilson lawn tractors M-8?
The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Gilson lawn tractors M-8 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Gilson lawn tractors M-8?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is the more recent model: production started in 1974, versus 1969 for the Gilson lawn tractors M-8.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the Gilson lawn tractors M-8?
The Gilson lawn tractors M-8 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

