Craftsman 131.8136 vs John Deere 108

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.8136

Craftsman 131.8136

8 HP · 1974

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John Deere 108

John Deere 108

8 HP · 1979–1985

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.8136 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.
  • The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
  • The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.8136John Deere 108
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years19741979–1985
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders11
Weight185 kg183 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase113 cm
Length152 cm157 cm
Mower deck36"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere 108?

The Craftsman 131.8136 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere 108?

The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere 108?

The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere 108?

The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

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