Craftsman 131.8136 vs Simplicity 3008 Grabber

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.8136

Craftsman 131.8136

8 HP · 1974

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Simplicity 3008 Grabber

Simplicity 3008 Grabber

8 HP · 1974–1977

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Simplicity 3008 Grabber deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 130 kg for the Simplicity 3008 Grabber.
  • The Craftsman 131.8136 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.8136Simplicity 3008 Grabber
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years19741974–1977
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight185 kg130 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 12 / 1
Wheelbase—114 cm
Length152 cm156 cm
Mower deck36"30"

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