Craftsman 131.96317 vs Cub Cadet 72
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Cub Cadet 72 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1967 for the Cub Cadet 72.
- The Cub Cadet 72 is heavier: 251 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
- The Cub Cadet 72 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.96317 | Cub Cadet 72 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1976 | 1967–1969 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 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 | 162 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 38" |
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