Craftsman 131.96317 vs John Deere 57
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.96317 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1971 for the John Deere 57.
- The John Deere 57 is heavier: 147 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
- The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.96317 | John Deere 57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1976 | 1971–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 129 kg | 147 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Length | 142 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 26" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the John Deere 57?
The Craftsman 131.96317 and the John Deere 57 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the John Deere 57?
The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1971 for the John Deere 57.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 is heavier: 147 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the John Deere 57?
The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 26".
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