Craftsman 131.9620 vs Wheel Horse 551
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.9620 and the Wheel Horse 551 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.9620 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1961 for the Wheel Horse 551.
- The Wheel Horse 551 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 24".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.9620 | Wheel Horse 551 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1968 | 1961 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 73 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 24" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the Wheel Horse 551?
The Craftsman 131.9620 and the Wheel Horse 551 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the Wheel Horse 551?
The Craftsman 131.9620 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1961 for the Wheel Horse 551.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9620 or the Wheel Horse 551?
The Wheel Horse 551 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 24".
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