Craftsman 131.8136 vs John Deere S82
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8136 and the John Deere S82 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere S82 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 151 kg for the John Deere S82.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8136 | John Deere S82 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974 | 1984–1986 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 185 kg | 151 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 109 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 148 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere S82?
The Craftsman 131.8136 and the John Deere S82 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere S82?
The John Deere S82 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 S82?
The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 151 kg for the John Deere S82.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8136 or the John Deere S82?
The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".