Craftsman 131.8570 vs Cub Cadet 102
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Cub Cadet 102 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.8570 is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1965 for the Cub Cadet 102.
- The Cub Cadet 102 is heavier: 274 kg versus 228 kg for the Craftsman 131.8570.
- The Cub Cadet 102 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8570 | Cub Cadet 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Production years | 1967 | 1965–1967 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 274 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 109 cm |
| Length | 147 cm | 160 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 102?
The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Cub Cadet 102 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 102?
The Craftsman 131.8570 is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1965 for the Cub Cadet 102.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 102?
The Cub Cadet 102 is heavier: 274 kg versus 228 kg for the Craftsman 131.8570.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 102?
The Cub Cadet 102 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".