Craftsman 131.9636 vs John Deere R72

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636

Craftsman 131.9636

8 HP · 1975–1976

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John Deere R72

John Deere R72

8 HP · 1984–1986

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere R72 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere R72 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1975 for the Craftsman 131.9636.
  • The Craftsman 131.9636 is heavier: 183 kg versus 131 kg for the John Deere R72.
  • The Craftsman 131.9636 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636John Deere R72
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19761984–1986
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders1
Weight183 kg131 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase106 cm
Length152 cm144 cm
Mower deck36"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere R72?

The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere R72 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere R72?

The John Deere R72 is the more recent model: production started in 1984, versus 1975 for the Craftsman 131.9636.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere R72?

The Craftsman 131.9636 is heavier: 183 kg versus 131 kg for the John Deere R72.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere R72?

The Craftsman 131.9636 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

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