Craftsman 131.8136 vs John Deere R72
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8136 and the John Deere R72 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere R72 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 131 kg for the John Deere R72.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8136 | John Deere R72 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974 | 1984–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 185 kg | 131 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere R72?
The Craftsman 131.8136 and the John Deere R72 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere R72?
The John Deere R72 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere R72?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 131 kg for the John Deere R72.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere R72?
The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".