Craftsman 131.8570 vs Cub Cadet 1050

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.8570

Craftsman 131.8570

10 HP · 1967

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Cub Cadet 1050

Cub Cadet 1050

10 HP · 1989

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Cub Cadet 1050 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1050 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1967 for the Craftsman 131.8570.
  • The Cub Cadet 1050 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.8570Cub Cadet 1050
Power10 HP10 HP
Production years19671989
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders1
Weight228 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm
Length147 cm182 cm
Mower deck36"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 1050?

The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Cub Cadet 1050 deliver the same power: 10 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 1050?

The Cub Cadet 1050 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1967 for the Craftsman 131.8570.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Cub Cadet 1050?

The Cub Cadet 1050 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

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