Craftsman 131.8530
The Craftsman 131.8530 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. The rated power output is 6 hp 4.5 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 312 lbs 141 kg.
Engine Power
6 hp
4.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
312 lbs
141 kg
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.8530 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Roper |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $350 in 1967 | |
Craftsman 131.8530 Engine | |
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6HP 1-cyl gasoline | |
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Craftsman 131.8530 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 312 lbs
141 kg |
Front tire | 12.625x5.75 |
Rear tire | 14.5x5.75 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Fall - Winter Catalog published in 1967, by Sears | |
Spring - Summer Catalog published in 1967, by Sears |
Engine
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Engine Detail — Gasoline
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power | 6 hp
4.5 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
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Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
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Craftsman 131.8530 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 12.625x5.75 |
Lawn/turf rear | 14.5x5.75 |
Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 312 lbs
141 kg |
Attachments
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32" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 32 inches
81 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3 inch
3 to 7 cm |
Photos
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.8530 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.8530.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)4.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)6.1 PS
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