Craftsman 131.9636 vs John Deere S82

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636

Craftsman 131.9636

8 HP · 1975–1976

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John Deere S82

John Deere S82

8 HP · 1984–1986

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere S82 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
  • The John Deere S82 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 151 kg for the John Deere S82.
  • The Craftsman 131.9636 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9636John Deere S82
Power8 HP8 HP
Production years1975–19761984–1986
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders1
Weight183 kg151 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 15 / 1
Wheelbase109 cm
Length152 cm148 cm
Mower deck36"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere S82?

The Craftsman 131.9636 and the John Deere S82 deliver the same power: 8 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere S82?

The John Deere S82 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 S82?

The Craftsman 131.9636 is heavier: 183 kg versus 151 kg for the John Deere S82.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9636 or the John Deere S82?

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

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