Craftsman 131.9636 vs John Deere 68
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere 68 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.9636 is heavier: 183 kg versus 145 kg for the John Deere 68.
- The Craftsman 131.9636 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.9636 | John Deere 68 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1976 | 1975–1983 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | 145 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Length | 152 cm | 148 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 68?
The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere 68 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 68?
The Craftsman 131.9636 is heavier: 183 kg versus 145 kg for the John Deere 68.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere 68?
The Craftsman 131.9636 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".
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