Craftsman 131.96317

The Craftsman 131.96317 is a 1976 lawn tractor built by Roper and distributed by Craftsman, a part of Sears. It features a 7 hp Tecumseh VH70 245cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with manual recoil start. The tractor has a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears. It is two-wheel drive with manual steering and an open operator station. Dimensions include a length of 56 inches, height of 35 inches, and a shipping weight of 285 lbs. Tires are sized 11x4 front and 13x5 rear. The tractor comes with a 26-inch mid-mount mower deck with a single blade and manual lift, offering a cutting width of 26 inches and cut height adjustable from 1.5 to 3 inches. Originally priced at $425 in 1976, this model is referenced in Sears catalogs from that year.