Craftsman 131.9689

The Craftsman 131.9689 is a 1975 lawn tractor built by Roper and distributed by Craftsman, a part of Sears. It features a 7 hp Tecumseh 245cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with manual recoil start, a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station and weighs 279 lbs (126 kg). It rides on 11x4 front tires and 15x6.0 rear tires. Attachments include a 26-inch mid-mount Craftsman mower deck with a single blade and manual lift, offering a cutting width of 26 inches and adjustable cut height from 1.5 to 3 inches. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Originally priced at $389 in 1975, this model is referenced in several 1975 Sears catalogs.