Craftsman 131.96361
The Craftsman 131.96361 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 304 cc 18.6 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 346 lbs 156 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
346 lbs
156 kg
Overview
![]() | 1972
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 $519 in 1972 | |
Craftsman 131.96361 Engine | |
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8HP 304cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Craftsman 131.96361 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 346 lbs
156 kg |
Front tire | 11.00x4.00 |
Rear tire | 14.00x5.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Suburban, Farm and Ranch Catalog published in 1972, by Sears | |
Spring through Summer Catalog published in 1972, by Sears |
Engine
Engine Detail — 304 cc / 18.6 ci Gasoline
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 304 cc
18.6 ci |
Power | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Craftsman 131.96361 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 11.00x4.00 |
Lawn/turf rear | 14.00x5.50 |
Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 346 lbs
156 kg |
Attachments
36" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 36 inches
91 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 131.96361.
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 131.96361 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 131.96361.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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