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Craftsman 131.96361

Craftsman 131.96361 tractor
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The Craftsman 131.96361 is a 1972 lawn tractor built by Roper and distributed by Craftsman, a part of Sears. It features an 8 hp 304cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with manual recoil starter, a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears, and two-wheel manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and an independent mid PTO. It weighs 346 lbs (156 kg) and rides on 11.00x4.00 front and 14.00x5.50 rear lawn/turf tires. Attachments include a 36" mid-mount mower deck with 2 blades, manual lift, 36 inches (91 cm) cutting width, and 5 cut positions. Originally priced at $519 in 1972, this model is referenced in Sears' 1972 catalogs.
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Power8 hp
Founded36" deck
Model131.96361

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 131.96361

Engine

Type:gasoline
Power:8 hp (6.0 kW)
Cooling:air-cooled vertical-shaft
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Displacement:304 cc (18.6 ci)
Starter type:manual recoil

Overview

Year:1972
Category:Lawn tractor
Distributor:Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer:Roper
Original price:$519 in 1972

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

References

Catalogs:Suburban, Farm and Ranch Catalog published in 1972, by Sears; Spring through Summer Catalog published in 1972, by Sears

Attachments

36" mower deck:36" mid-mount mower deck

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:3 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:346 lbs (156 kg)
Rear tire:14.00x5.50
Front tire:11.00x4.00

Attachments Details

Type:mid-mount Craftsman
Blades:2-blade with manual lift
Cut positions:5
Cutting width:36 inches (91 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Type:Mid PTO
Operation:independent