XT1 ST54 vs Bronco 42 / Bronco 46
XT1 ST54 vs Bronco 42 / Bronco 46 compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| XT1 ST54 | Bronco 42 / Bronco 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.1 | 3.6 |
| Performance | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Build quality | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Reliability | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Value for money | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Features | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Price | $3,499 | $2,200 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 24 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine | Kohler 7000 Series V-twin OHV (KT735), air-cooled | Troy-Bilt 547 cc single-cylinder OHV |
| Displacement | 725 cc, 2 cylinders | 547 cc, 1 cylinder |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Tuff Torq K46 hydrostatic, foot pedal | AutoDrive foot-pedal CVT |
| Drive | 2WD, hydrostatic | 2WD, automatic CVT |
| Deck size | 54 in | 42 or 46 in |
| Deck construction | Fabricated AeroForce, 11-gauge steel, triple-blade, side discharge | Steel, twin-blade, side discharge, two anti-scalp wheels |
| Cutting height | 12 positions | Adjustable; 5 positions on the 46-in. Briggs version |
| Blades | Triple blades | Twin blades |
| Discharge | Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits | Side discharge; mulch kit sold separately |
| Top speed | Not published by Cub Cadet | Up to 5.5 mph |
| Turning radius | 16 in | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Front tires | 16 in | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Rear tires | 22 in | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Weight | Not published by Cub Cadet | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Dimensions | 54-in. deck; see Cub Cadet spec sheet for full size | About 52 in W x 43 in H x 70 in D (Bronco 46 Briggs version) |
| Fuel capacity | Not published by Cub Cadet | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Recommended property size | 2 to 4 acres or more of open lawn | Up to about 1.5 acres |
| Seat back height | 15 in, incline and slide | — |
| Anti-scalp wheels | Four gauge wheels plus roller | Two |
| Cruise control | Push button | — |
| Headlights | LED | — |
| Rear hitch | Yes | — |
| Frame | — | Step-Thru |
| Seat | — | Adjustable |
| Built in | — | Valley City, Ohio and other U.S. sites (global parts) |
| Verdict | The ST54 is the widest XT1, with a 54-in. fabricated deck, 24 hp V-twin and cruise control. It is built for large, open lawns of 2 acres or more. Read the full review |
The Bronco adds an AutoDrive foot-pedal transmission, an adjustable seat and a 42 or 46-in. deck to Troy-Bilt's rider line. It suits up to 1.5 acres. Read the full review |
