Craftsman 131.9640 vs Cub Cadet 73
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.9640 and the Cub Cadet 73 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 73 is the more recent model: production started in 1969, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.
- The Cub Cadet 73 is heavier: 258 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
- The Cub Cadet 73 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.9640 | Cub Cadet 73 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1968 | 1969–1971 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 120 kg | 258 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 73?
The Craftsman 131.9640 and the Cub Cadet 73 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 73?
The Cub Cadet 73 is the more recent model: production started in 1969, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 73?
The Cub Cadet 73 is heavier: 258 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Cub Cadet 73?
The Cub Cadet 73 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 32".