Craftsman 131.8430 vs John Deere RX63
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8430 and the John Deere RX63 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The John Deere RX63 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1966 for the Craftsman 131.8430.
- The John Deere RX63 is heavier: 139 kg versus 136 kg for the Craftsman 131.8430.
- The Craftsman 131.8430 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8430 | John Deere RX63 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1966 | 1987–1990 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 136 kg | 139 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 7 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 cm |
| Length | — | 154 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the John Deere RX63?
The Craftsman 131.8430 and the John Deere RX63 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the John Deere RX63?
The John Deere RX63 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1966 for the Craftsman 131.8430.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the John Deere RX63?
The John Deere RX63 is heavier: 139 kg versus 136 kg for the Craftsman 131.8430.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the John Deere RX63?
The Craftsman 131.8430 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
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