Craftsman 131.9694 vs Wheel Horse A-50
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Craftsman 131.9694 and the Wheel Horse A-50 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Wheel Horse A-50 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.9694.
- The Craftsman 131.9694 is heavier: 156 kg versus 131 kg for the Wheel Horse A-50.
- The Craftsman 131.9694 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| Craftsman 131.9694 | Wheel Horse A-50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1975 | 1975 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 156 kg | 131 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | — | 93 cm |
| Length | 144 cm | 152 cm |
| Mower deck | 32" | 26" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Craftsman 131.9694 or the Wheel Horse A-50?
The Craftsman 131.9694 and the Wheel Horse A-50 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Craftsman 131.9694 or the Wheel Horse A-50?
The Wheel Horse A-50 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Craftsman 131.9694.
Which is heavier, the Craftsman 131.9694 or the Wheel Horse A-50?
The Craftsman 131.9694 is heavier: 156 kg versus 131 kg for the Wheel Horse A-50.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Craftsman 131.9694 or the Wheel Horse A-50?
The Craftsman 131.9694 has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 26".