Craftsman lawn tractors

Craftsman 502.8137

The Craftsman 502.8137 is a 1972 riding lawn mower built by Murray and distributed by Craftsman, a part of Sears. It features a 6 hp 221cc single-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with manual recoil start. The mower has a belt-driven transmission with 3 forward speeds and 1 reverse, two-wheel drive, and manual steering. It includes a 25-inch mid-mount mower deck with 7 cut positions and manual lift. The mower weighs 250 lbs and has lawn/turf tires sized 10.50x3.50 front and 12.50x4.10 rear. Originally priced at $319, it was featured in Sears catalogs in 1972.

Power6 hp

Founded25" deck

Model502.8137

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Craftsman 502.8137

Engine

Type	gasoline
Power	6 hp (4.5 kW)
Cooling	air-cooled vertical-shaft
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Displacement	221 cc (13.5 ci)
Starter type	manual recoil

Overview

Type	Riding lawn mower
Year	1972
Distributor	Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer	Murray
Original price	$319 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

Type	mid-mount Craftsman
Blade	1-blade with manual lift
Cut height	1.625 to 3.25 inch (4 to 8 cm)
Mower deck	25" mid-mount mower deck
Cut positions	7
Cutting width	25 inches (63 cm)
Overall width	31 inches (78 cm)