Craftsman 131.9640 vs John Deere 70

Side-by-side specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9640

Craftsman 131.9640

7 HP · 1968

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John Deere 70

John Deere 70

7 HP · 1970–1974

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Craftsman 131.9640 and the John Deere 70 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
  • The John Deere 70 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.
  • The John Deere 70 is heavier: 174 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
  • The John Deere 70 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".

Full specs comparison

Craftsman 131.9640John Deere 70
Power7 HP7 HP
Production years19681970–1974
FuelGasoline
Cylinders1
Weight120 kg174 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 13 / 1
Wheelbase107 cm
Length137 cm149 cm
Mower deck32"34"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the John Deere 70?

The Craftsman 131.9640 and the John Deere 70 deliver the same power: 7 HP.

Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the John Deere 70?

The John Deere 70 is the more recent model: production started in 1970, versus 1968 for the Craftsman 131.9640.

Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the John Deere 70?

The John Deere 70 is heavier: 174 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9640 or the John Deere 70?

The John Deere 70 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".

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