Craftsman 131.8570 vs Ford LT-100
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Ford LT-100 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
- The Ford LT-100 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1967 for the Craftsman 131.8570.
- The Ford LT-100 is heavier: 244 kg versus 228 kg for the Craftsman 131.8570.
- The Ford LT-100 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.8570 | Ford LT-100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Production years | 1967 | 1977–1979 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 228 kg | 244 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 cm |
| Length | 147 cm | 147 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 42" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LT-100?
The Craftsman 131.8570 and the Ford LT-100 deliver the same power: 10 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LT-100?
The Ford LT-100 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1967 for the Craftsman 131.8570.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LT-100?
The Ford LT-100 is heavier: 244 kg versus 228 kg for the Craftsman 131.8570.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.8570 or the Ford LT-100?
The Ford LT-100 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
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