Craftsman 131.9620 vs John Deere 65

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9620

Craftsman 131.9620

5 HP · 1968

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John Deere 65

John Deere 65

5 HP · 1978–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9620 and the John Deere 65 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
  • The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9620.
  • The John Deere 65 is heavier: 122 kg versus 73 kg for the Craftsman 131.9620.
  • The John Deere 65 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 24".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9620John Deere 65
Power5 HP5 HP
Production years19681978–1983
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight73 kg122 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 1
Mower deck24"28"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the John Deere 65?

The Craftsman 131.9620 and the John Deere 65 deliver the same power: 5 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the John Deere 65?

The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9620.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the John Deere 65?

The John Deere 65 is heavier: 122 kg versus 73 kg for the Craftsman 131.9620.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the John Deere 65?

The John Deere 65 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 24".

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