Craftsman 131.9640 vs Cub Cadet 72
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.9640 and the Cub Cadet 72 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.9640 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1967 for the Cub Cadet 72.
- The Cub Cadet 72 is heavier: 251 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
- The Cub Cadet 72 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.9640 | Cub Cadet 72 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1968 | 1967–1969 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 120 kg | 251 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 109 cm |
| Length | 137 cm | 162 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 72?
The Craftsman 131.9640 and the Cub Cadet 72 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 72?
The Craftsman 131.9640 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1967 for the Cub Cadet 72.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 72?
The Cub Cadet 72 is heavier: 251 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 72?
The Cub Cadet 72 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 32".