Craftsman 131.9636 vs Ford 85

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636

Craftsman 131.9636

8 HP · 1975–1976

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Ford 85

Ford 85

8 HP · 1970–1972

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9636 and the Ford 85 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The Craftsman 131.9636 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1970 for the Ford 85.
  • The Ford 85 is heavier: 199 kg versus 183 kg for the Craftsman 131.9636.
  • The Craftsman 131.9636 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636Ford 85
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19761970–1972
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight183 kg199 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 1—
Wheelbase—106 cm
Length152 cm147 cm
Mower deck36"34"

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