Craftsman 131.8136 vs Wheel Horse B-81
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8136 and the Wheel Horse B-81 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Wheel Horse B-81 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.8136.
- The Craftsman 131.8136 is heavier: 185 kg versus 181 kg for the Wheel Horse B-81.
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8136 | Wheel Horse B-81 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1974 | 1978–1979 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 185 kg | 181 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 115 cm |
| Length | 152 cm | 165 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 36" |
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