Craftsman 131.96317 vs Simplicity 725
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Simplicity 725 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1961 for the Simplicity 725.
- The Simplicity 725 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.96317 | Simplicity 725 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1976 | 1961–1964 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 129 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 cm |
| Length | 142 cm | — |
| Mower deck | 26" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Simplicity 725?
The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Simplicity 725 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Simplicity 725?
The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1961 for the Simplicity 725.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.96317 or the Simplicity 725?
The Simplicity 725 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
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