Craftsman 123.8850 vs Craftsman 123.8852

Verdict: Craftsman 123.8850 vs Craftsman 123.8852

The Craftsman 123.8850 and the Craftsman 123.8852 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Craftsman 123.8852 leads on rated power with 5 hp against 4 hp. Craftsman 123.8850 is the lighter machine (104 kg vs 131 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Craftsman 123.8852 is the newer design (1960 vs 1959). In short: choose the Craftsman 123.8852 for outright pulling power, or the Craftsman 123.8850 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.