Craftsman 131.9640 vs Homelite lawn tractors RM-7

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9640

Craftsman 131.9640

7 HP · 1968

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Homelite lawn tractors RM-7

Homelite lawn tractors RM-7

7 HP · 1972–1976

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9640 and the Homelite lawn tractors RM-7 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
  • The Homelite lawn tractors RM-7 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.
  • The Homelite lawn tractors RM-7 is heavier: 122 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
  • The Craftsman 131.9640 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9640Homelite lawn tractors RM-7
Power7 HP7 HP
Production years19681972–1976
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders11
Weight120 kg122 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm
Length137 cm145 cm
Mower deck32"30"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Homelite lawn tractors RM-7?

The Craftsman 131.9640 and the Homelite lawn tractors RM-7 deliver the same power: 7 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Homelite lawn tractors RM-7?

The Homelite lawn tractors RM-7 is the more recent model: production started in 1972, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Homelite lawn tractors RM-7?

The Homelite lawn tractors RM-7 is heavier: 122 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the Homelite lawn tractors RM-7?

The Craftsman 131.9640 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 30".

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