Craftsman 131.96317 vs Simplicity Broadmoor 717
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.96317 and the Simplicity Broadmoor 717 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.96317 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1968 for the Simplicity Broadmoor 717.
- The Simplicity Broadmoor 717 is heavier: 185 kg versus 129 kg for the Craftsman 131.96317.
- The Simplicity Broadmoor 717 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.96317 | Simplicity Broadmoor 717 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1976 | 1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 129 kg | 185 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 105 cm |
| Length | 142 cm | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 26" | 36" |
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