Husqvarna TS 148X Review: Specs, Price & Verdict

Power type	Gasoline
Horsepower	24 HP
Engine	Briggs & Stratton V-twin, air-cooled
Displacement	44 cu in, 2 cylinders
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	Tuff Torq hydrostatic, pedal-operated
Drive	2WD, hydrostatic
Deck size	48 in
Deck construction	Stamped steel, nose roller, 4 anti-scalp wheels
Cutting height	About 1.5 to 4 in
Blades	Stamped-deck blades; mulch kit optional
Discharge	Side discharge; mulching and bagging with optional kits
Top speed	5.2 mph forward, 2.2 mph reverse
Turning radius	Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table
Front tires	Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table
Rear tires	Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table
Weight	Not listed in Husqvarna's spec table
Dimensions	48-in. deck; see Husqvarna spec sheet for overall size
Fuel capacity	3 US gal
Recommended property size	Small to medium properties
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

Pros and cons

What we like

24 hp V-twin
48-in. stamped deck with nose roller
Tube bumper
Digital hour meter with service intervals
Many attachments, including snow gear

What could be better

3 gal fuel tank
Weight and turning radius not listed online
Top speed of 5.2 mph
Costs more than the TS 146
48-in. deck needs wider gates

TS 148X review

Our take on the Husqvarna TS 148X

The Husqvarna TS 148X is the step-up tractor in the 100 Series. It has a 24 hp Briggs & Stratton V-twin and a 48-inch stamped deck. A tube bumper, nose roller and digital hour meter come on the spec sheet. Most people searching for a Husqvarna TS 148X review are deciding between this tractor and the TS 146. The extra power and wider deck are the main reasons to pay more.

Engine and drive

The engine displaces 44 cubic inches and has an oil filter. Husqvarna lists a 16 A charging system. Drive is a pedal-operated Tuff Torq hydrostatic. Top speed is 5.2 mph forward and 2.2 mph in reverse. Husqvarna also sells a Kawasaki-powered version called the TS 148XK.

Deck and features

The 48-inch deck is stamped steel with four anti-scalp wheels and a nose roller. Cutting height runs from about 1.5 to 4 inches. The seat is a 15-inch high-back vinyl design. The hour meter shows pre-programmed service intervals. The fuel tank holds 3 gallons.

Attachments

Husqvarna lists a 46/48-inch triple bagger and a 48-inch stamped deck mulch kit for this model. For winter, there are 42-inch and 50-inch snow throwers, a 48-inch snow blade and a snow cab. Carts, aerators, a dethatcher and a sweeper are also listed.

Limits to know about

The 3-gallon tank is small for large yards. A 48-inch deck is wider, so measure your gates. Husqvarna’s spec table does not list weight or turning radius.

Who should buy it

Buy the TS 148X if you want 24 hp, a wider deck and a bumper on a 100 Series tractor. Choose the TS 146 if you want to save money and a 46-inch deck is enough.

Buying information

Price

$3,099

Dealer listing price for the base Briggs model. Check your dealer for current price.

Where to buy

Husqvarna (official page and dealer locator) (opens in a new tab) Pricing and availability vary by dealer

Warranty

Warranty terms depend on model year and use. Check the current Husqvarna warranty statement for the term on your unit.

Depreciation and resale

No published resale figures. Husqvarna dealers are widespread, which generally helps parts and service. Check local listings.

Ownership

Common problems

Spec-based limits rather than defects: a small fuel tank and missing weight and turning radius figures. If you do not need the wider deck, the TS 146 costs less.

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Maintenance

Change the engine oil and filter on schedule. Use the hour meter to track service intervals. Check the air cleaner, blades, belt and tire pressure each season.

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Husqvarna TS 148X have?

24 hp from a Briggs & Stratton V-twin engine.

Is there a Kawasaki version of the TS 148X?

Yes. Husqvarna also sells a Kawasaki-powered version called the TS 148XK.

How fast is the Husqvarna TS 148X?

Up to 5.2 mph forward and 2.2 mph in reverse.

What is the difference between the TS 148X and TS 146?

The TS 148X has 24 hp and a 48-inch deck. Its spec sheet lists a nose roller, four anti-scalp wheels and a tube bumper. The TS 146 has 22 hp and a 46-inch deck.

What attachments fit the TS 148X?

Husqvarna lists a triple bagger, a 48-inch stamped deck mulch kit, 42-inch and 50-inch snow throwers, a 48-inch snow blade, carts and aerators.