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Craftsman 131.8838

Craftsman 131.8838 tractor
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The Craftsman 131.8838 is a 1959 riding lawn mower built by Roper and distributed by Craftsman (a part of Sears). It features a 4 hp Tecumseh V40B 180cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with manual recoil start. The transmission is a 1-speed belt-driven gear with 1 forward and reverse gear, directly engaged without a clutch. The mower has 3x2 2WD drive with manual steering and an open operator station. It includes a 24-inch mid-mount mower deck with a single blade for cutting.
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Power4 hp
Founded24" deck
Model131.8838

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 131.8838

Engine

Model:Tecumseh V40B
Cooling:air-cooled vertical-shaft
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Fuel type:gasoline
Bore/Stroke:2.50x2.50 inches (64 x 64 mm)
Displacement:180 cc (11.04 ci)
Starter type:manual recoil
Power (gross):4 hp (3.0 kW)

Mechanical

Drive:3x2 2WD
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Type:Riding lawn mower
Year:1959
Distributor:Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer:Roper

Attachments

Type:mid-mount Craftsman
Blades:1-blade
Mower deck:24" mid-mount mower deck
Cutting width:24 inches (60 cm)

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:1 forward and reverse
Clutch:There is no clutch on the 131.8838, the transmission is directly engaged when shifting.
Oil change:sealed unit, owner service is not recommended