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Craftsman 131.8838

The Craftsman 131.8838 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 180 cc 11.04 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: 1 forward and reverse. Drive type: 3x2 2WD.

Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Drive & Traction
3x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
1 forward and reverse

Overview

Craftsman 131.8838 tractor photo
1959 Riding lawn mowerRoper built Riding lawn mower Roper built
Production
Distributor
Craftsman (a part of Sears)
Manufacturer
Roper
Riding lawn mower
Craftsman 131.8838 Engine
4HP Tecumseh 180cc 1-cyl gasoline
Engine details ...
Craftsman 131.8838 Transmission
1-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Mechanical
Drive
3x2 2WD
Manual steering
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
131.8838 references literature
Service - DCraftsman Riding Mowers and Engines (Div. 9 No. 12) published in 1959

Engine

Engine Detail — 180 cc / 11.04 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer
Tecumseh V40B
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Configuration
1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Displacement
180 cc 11.04 ci
Bore/Stroke
2.50x2.50 inches 64 x 64 mm
Power (gross)
4 hp 3.0 kW
Starter type
manual recoil

Transmission

Transmission — 1 forward and reverse belt-driven gear

Type
belt-driven gear
Gears
1 forward and reverse
Oil change
sealed unit, owner service is not recommended
There is no clutch on the 131.8838, the transmission is directly engaged when shifting.

Dimensions

Craftsman 131.8838 Tires
Dimensions

Attachments

24" Mower deck
Type
mid-mount Craftmsan
1-blade
Cutting width
24 inches 60 cm

Photos

Craftsman 131.8838 tractor photo

Craftsman 131.8838 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.8838.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.8838 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.8838.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)4.1 PS

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