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AMF 1268 vs AMF 1281 836
Verdict: AMF 1268 vs AMF 1281 836
The AMF 1268 and the AMF 1281 836 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. AMF 1281 836 leads on rated power with 8 hp against 7 hp. AMF 1281 836 is the newer design (1971 vs 1969). In short: choose the AMF 1281 836 for outright pulling power, or the AMF 1268 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
AMF
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
AMF
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
7 hp
8 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
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air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
Variants
1266
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1268
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1281
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1282
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recoil startReference
Engine
Power
5.2 kWReference
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Starter
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electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Power (gross)
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6.0 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
4 forward and 1 reverseReference
3 forward and 1 reverseReference
Transmission
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Peerless 600Reference
AMF 1268 attachments
Electrical
Ground
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
30" Mower deck
Type
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Cutting width
76 cmReference
91 cmReference
Dimensions
Front tire
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15-6.00Reference
Rear tire
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18-8.50Reference
Lawn/turf front
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15-6.00Reference
Lawn/turf rear
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18-8.50Reference
Length
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160 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
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96 cmReference
AMF 1281 attachments
1281 Serial Number Location
Attachment overview
36" Mower deck
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.