DB2321SR vs TB230
DB2321SR vs TB230 compared side by side: specs, ratings, price and owner feedback from our independent reviews.
| DB2321SR | TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.1 | 3.8 |
| Performance | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Build quality | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Reliability | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Value for money | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Comfort & ergonomics | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Features | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Price | $449.99 | $480 |
| Specifications | ||
| Power type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Horsepower | — | 0 HP |
| Engine | 170 cc 4-cycle OHV gas engine, recoil start (maker not stated) | 163 cc OHV single-cylinder (Briggs & Stratton 725EX or Troy-Bilt, by version) |
| Displacement | 170 cc | 163 cc, 1 cylinder |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Rear-wheel self-propel (speed not stated) | Variable-speed self-propelled |
| Drive | Self-propelled, rear-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Deck size | 21 in. | 21 in |
| Deck construction | — | Steel, TriAction, 3-in-1, deck wash adaptor |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 3.9 in. (page says 5 or 6 positions) | Adjustable; see Troy-Bilt spec sheet |
| Blades | — | Single TriAction blade |
| Discharge | 3-in-1: side discharge, mulching or rear bag | Side discharge, rear bag or mulch |
| Top speed | — | Variable walking pace |
| Turning radius | — | N/A (walk-behind) |
| Front tires | 7 in. | 7 to 8 in |
| Rear tires | 8 in. | 11 in (some versions 8 in) |
| Weight | — | Not published by Troy-Bilt |
| Dimensions | — | 21-in. deck; see Troy-Bilt spec sheet for overall size |
| Fuel capacity | — | About 0.25 gal (retailer listing) |
| Recommended property size | Not stated by PowerSmart | Small to medium yards, gentle slopes |
| Model number | DB2321SR | — |
| Color | Red | — |
| Start | Recoil (pull) | — |
| First-fill oil | 12 fl oz 10W-30 | — |
| Cutting system | — | TriAction |
| Deck wash | — | Yes |
| Drive control | — | Single lever, variable speed |
| Built in | — | Valley City, Ohio (U.S. and global parts) |
| Verdict | The DB2321SR adds rear-wheel drive and a stated 3-year warranty to a basic 21-inch 3-in-1 deck. Limited published detail and a higher price than its siblings keep the value score… Read the full review |
The TB230 is a 21-in. variable-speed self-propelled mower with a 163 cc engine, TriAction deck and deck wash. It suits small to medium lawns and gentle slopes. Read the full review |
