Craftsman 131.96285
The Craftsman 131.96285 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 221 cc 13.5 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 6 hp / 4.5 kW. Transmission: 1 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 257 lbs 116 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 6 hp / 4.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
1 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
257 lbs
116 kg
Overview
![]() | 1971
Lawn tractorRoper built
Lawn tractor
Roper built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Roper |
Lawn tractor | |
Original price was $292 in 1971 | |
Craftsman 131.96285 Engine | |
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6HP 221cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Craftsman 131.96285 Transmission | |
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1-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 257 lbs
116 kg |
Front tire | 10.00x2.75 |
Rear tire | 11.00x4 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Spring through Summer Catalog published in 1971, by Sears | |
Suburban and Farm Living published in 1971, by Sears |
Engine
Engine Detail — 221 cc / 13.5 ci Gasoline
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 221 cc
13.5 ci |
Power | 6 hp
4.5 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — 1 forward and reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Craftsman 131.96285 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 10.00x2.75 |
Lawn/turf rear | 11.00x4 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 49.625 inches
126 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 31 inches
78 cm |
Shipping weight | 257 lbs
116 kg |
Attachments
26" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 26 inches
66 cm |
Overall width | 29.25 inches
74 cm |
Cut height | 1.75 to 3.25 inch
4 to 8 cm |
Cut positions | 5 |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.96285.
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 131.96285 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.96285.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)4.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)6.1 PS
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