Craftsman 131.8430 vs Wheel Horse 654
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8430 and the Wheel Horse 654 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8430 is the more recent model: production started in 1966, versus 1964 for the Wheel Horse 654.
- The Wheel Horse 654 is heavier: 181 kg versus 136 kg for the Craftsman 131.8430.
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8430 | Wheel Horse 654 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Production years | 1966 | 1964 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 136 kg | 181 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 104 cm |
| Length | — | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the Wheel Horse 654?
The Craftsman 131.8430 and the Wheel Horse 654 deliver the same power: 6 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the Wheel Horse 654?
The Craftsman 131.8430 is the more recent model: production started in 1966, versus 1964 for the Wheel Horse 654.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8430 or the Wheel Horse 654?
The Wheel Horse 654 is heavier: 181 kg versus 136 kg for the Craftsman 131.8430.
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