TS 248XD vs MT200
TS 248XD vs MT200 compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| TS 248XD | MT200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.9 | 3.3 |
| Performance | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Build quality | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Reliability | 3.5 | 3.0 |
| Value for money | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Features | 4.5 | 3.0 |
| Price | $3,999 | $2,199 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | 23 HP | — |
| Engine | Kawasaki FR691V V-twin OHV, air-cooled | Briggs and Stratton EX1900 Series (33R8), 19 gross hp, electric start |
| Displacement | 44.3 cu in (about 726 cc), 2 cylinders | 540 cc |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Tuff Torq hydrostatic with automatic differential lock, dual pedal | Automatic (CVT per third-party database) |
| Drive | 2WD, hydrostatic with automatic diff lock | Rear-wheel drive lawn tractor, steering wheel |
| Deck size | 48 in | 42 in. |
| Deck construction | ClearCut, steel (dealer listings differ: fabricated 10-gauge vs stamped), nose roller, four anti-scalp wheels | Stamped 13-gauge steel |
| Cutting height | About 1 to 4 in | 13 positions, single lever |
| Blades | Twin blades, hi-lift | Twin blades |
| Discharge | Side discharge; mulch kit and triple bagger sold separately | Side discharge |
| Top speed | 5.5 mph forward, 2.5 mph reverse | 5.5 mph (per Home Depot) |
| Turning radius | 16 in | — |
| Front tires | 15x6-6 | 15x6.00-6 |
| Rear tires | 20x10-8 | 20x8.00-8 |
| Weight | 475 lb | — |
| Dimensions | About 71 in L x 60 in W x 42 in H | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4 US gal (15.1 L) | — |
| Recommended property size | 2 to 3 acres | Up to 2 acres (per Home Depot listing) |
| Seat | 15 in high-back vinyl, extra-thick cushions | — |
| Blade engagement | Electric | — |
| Lights | High-intensity LED | — |
| Front axle | Cast iron | — |
| Generator | 15 A | — |
| Built in | USA | — |
| Model number | — | MT200 |
| Turning radius | — | 18 in. |
| Retailer | — | The Home Depot (exclusive) |
| Engine model | — | 33R8 |
| Verdict | The TS 248XD is a 48-in. lawn tractor with a 23 hp Kawasaki V-twin, automatic differential lock, cruise control and a 16-in. turning radius. It suits two to three acres. Read the full review |
The MT200 is a straightforward upgrade over the MT100, adding more engine and automatic drive for about $200. Its 2-year warranty and unpublished weight and tank size are the caveats. Read the full review |
