Craftsman 131.8570 vs Ford LGT-100
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Ford LGT-100 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
- The Ford LGT-100 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1967 for the Craftsman 131.8570.
- The Ford LGT-100 is heavier: 342 kg versus 228 kg for the Craftsman 131.8570.
- The Ford LGT-100 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8570 | Ford LGT-100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Production years | 1967 | 1972–1983 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 342 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 4 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 116 cm |
| Length | 147 cm | 181 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 36" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LGT-100?
The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Ford LGT-100 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LGT-100?
The Ford LGT-100 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1967 for the Craftsman 131.8570.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LGT-100?
The Ford LGT-100 is heavier: 342 kg versus 228 kg for the Craftsman 131.8570.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LGT-100?
The Ford LGT-100 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".