Craftsman 131.96317 vs Cub Cadet 71
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Cub Cadet 71 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1965 for the Cub Cadet 71.
- The Cub Cadet 71 is heavier: 251 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
- The Cub Cadet 71 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.96317 | Cub Cadet 71 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1976 | 1965–1967 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 129 kg | 251 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 109 cm |
| Length | 142 cm | 160 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Cub Cadet 71?
The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Cub Cadet 71 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Cub Cadet 71?
The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1965 for the Cub Cadet 71.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Cub Cadet 71?
The Cub Cadet 71 is heavier: 251 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Cub Cadet 71?
The Cub Cadet 71 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 26".
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