Craftsman 131.8270 vs Simplicity 600
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8270 and the Simplicity 600 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8270 is the more recent model: production started in 1966, versus 1961 for the Simplicity 600.
- The Simplicity 600 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8270 | Simplicity 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1966 | 1961–1963 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 102 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Mower deck | 26" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8270 or the Simplicity 600?
The Craftsman 131.8270 and the Simplicity 600 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8270 or the Simplicity 600?
The Craftsman 131.8270 is the more recent model: production started in 1966, versus 1961 for the Simplicity 600.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8270 or the Simplicity 600?
The Simplicity 600 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".