Craftsman 131.9636 vs John Deere 208

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636

Craftsman 131.9636

8 HP · 1975–1976

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John Deere 208

John Deere 208

8 HP · 1977–1978

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere 208 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere 208 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1975 for the Craftsman 131.9636.
  • The John Deere 208 is heavier: 305 kg versus 183 kg for the Craftsman 131.9636.
  • The John Deere 208 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636John Deere 208
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19761977–1978
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight183 kg305 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 14 / 1
Wheelbase116 cm
Length152 cm171 cm
Mower deck36"38"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 208?

The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere 208 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 208?

The John Deere 208 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1975 for the Craftsman 131.9636.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 208?

The John Deere 208 is heavier: 305 kg versus 183 kg for the Craftsman 131.9636.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 208?

The John Deere 208 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".

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