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TS 148X vs S140

TS 148X vs S140 compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.

TS 148X vs S140
Husqvarna TS 148X John Deere S140
Our rating 3.8 3.8
Performance 4.0 4.0
Build quality 3.5 4.0
Reliability 3.5 4.0
Value for money 4.0 4.0
Comfort & ergonomics 4.0 3.5
Features 4.0 3.5
Price $3,099 $3,099
Specifications
Power type Gasoline Gasoline
Horsepower 24 HP 22 HP
Engine Briggs & Stratton V-twin, air-cooled V-twin OHV, air-cooled (Deere M44)
Displacement 44 cu in, 2 cylinders 44.2 cu in (724 cc), 2 cylinders
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Tuff Torq hydrostatic, pedal-operated Tuff Torq TLT200 hydrostatic, foot pedals
Drive 2WD, hydrostatic 2WD, hydrostatic
Deck size 48 in 48 in
Deck construction Stamped steel, nose roller, 4 anti-scalp wheels Edge, 12-gauge steel (0.105 in), three-spindle, side discharge
Cutting height About 1.5 to 4 in 1 to 4 in, 13 positions (0.25 in steps)
Blades Stamped-deck blades; mulch kit optional 3-in-1 blades
Discharge Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits
Top speed 5.2 mph forward, 2.2 mph reverse 5.5 mph forward, 3.2 mph reverse
Turning radius Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table 18 in
Front tires Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table 15x6-6
Rear tires Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table 20x8-8
Weight Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table 468 lb (no fuel)
Dimensions 48-in. deck; see Husqvarna spec sheet for overall size 60.8 in W with deck; wheelbase 48.9 in
Fuel capacity 3 US gal 2.4 US gal (9.1 L)
Recommended property size Small to medium properties Up to about 2 acres
Model number 960430347 —
Front-end protection Tube bumper —
Seat 15 in high back, vinyl —
Hour meter Digital with service intervals —
Charging system 16 A —
Nose roller Yes —
Battery — 12V
Uncut circle radius — 20 in
Seat back height — 15 in
Width with deck — 60.8 in
Front bumper — Standard
Verdict The TS 148X adds 24 hp, a 48-in. deck, a nose roller, a tube bumper and an hour meter to the 100 Series. It suits small to medium properties.
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The S140 gives you a 48-in. deck and a 22 hp V-twin at the same price as the S130. You trade away Easy Change oil and cruise control.
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