Craftsman 131.96317 vs Ford 70

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.96317

Craftsman 131.96317

7 HP · 1976

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Ford 70

Ford 70

7 HP · 1968–1973

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Ford 70 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
  • The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1968 for the Ford 70.
  • The Ford 70 is heavier: 171 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
  • The Ford 70 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 26".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.96317Ford 70
Power7 HP7 HP
Production years19761968–1973
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight129 kg171 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase—106 cm
Length142 cm147 cm
Mower deck26"34"

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