Murray MT200 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 Its 2-year warranty and unpublished weight and tank size are the caveats.
- Deck size
- 42 in.
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive lawn tractor, steering wheel
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Price
- $2,199
Rating breakdown
Key specifications
| Power type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Engine | Briggs and Stratton EX1900 Series (33R8), 19 gross hp, electric start |
| Displacement | 540 cc |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT per third-party database) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive lawn tractor, steering wheel |
| Deck size | 42 in. |
| Deck construction | Stamped 13-gauge steel |
| Cutting height | 13 positions, single lever |
| Blades | Twin blades |
| Discharge | Side discharge |
| Top speed | 5.5 mph (per Home Depot) |
| Front tires | 15x6.00-6 |
| Rear tires | 20x8.00-8 |
| Recommended property size | Up to 2 acres (per Home Depot listing) |
| Model number | MT200 |
| Turning radius | 18 in. |
| Retailer | The Home Depot (exclusive) |
| Engine model | 33R8 |
Pros and cons
What we like
- 19 gross hp, 540 cc engine
- Automatic drive, no shifting
- 18-in. turning radius
- 13 height positions
- Modest $2,199 price
What could be better
- 5.5 mph top speed
- 2-year warranty only
- Weight and tank size not on maker page
- Same 42-in. deck as MT100
- Sold only at The Home Depot
MT200 review
The step up from the MT100
The Murray MT200 is the more powerful of Murray’s two 42-inch lawn tractors, with a 19 gross hp Briggs and Stratton engine and an automatic transmission. Home Depot listed it at $2,199 in October 2026, $200 above the MT100. This Murray MT200 review is spec-based and uses Murray’s page, Home Depot and a third-party database.
Power and drive
Murray lists a Briggs and Stratton EX1900 series (model 33R8) engine at 19 gross hp and 540 cc, with electric start. The transmission is called automatic, and Home Depot states speeds up to 5.5 mph. A third-party database labels the drive a CVT, but we did not find that wording on Murray’s page.
Automatic drive means no shifting: you use pedals for speed and direction, which suits people who find the MT100’s six-gear manual a chore.
Mowing deck
The deck matches the MT100: stamped 13-gauge steel at 42 inches, twin blades, side discharge and a single-lever 13-position height control. Home Depot also sells an MT200 bagging bundle.
With the same deck on a stronger engine, the MT200 should hold blade speed better in thick or damp grass, though Murray gives no figures to prove it.
Size and handling
Tires are 15×6.00-6 front and 20×8.00-8 rear, and turning radius is 18 inches. Murray’s page leaves out weight and fuel capacity. TractorData lists 392 lb and 1.4 gal, but we could not confirm either on a maker or retailer page, so treat them as unverified.
Home Depot rates the MT200 for up to 2 acres, the same as the MT100 listing.
Warranty and who it suits
The warranty is 2 years limited. TractorData dates the MT200 from 2023, with an original price of $2,199, which matches today’s Home Depot figure.
Choose the MT200 if you want pedal-operated drive and extra engine reserve for a one to two acre lot. Stay with the MT100 if the lower price matters more. As with any tractor in this class, treat the two-acre rating as a best-case figure for open, flat ground and plan around your own terrain.
Buying information
Ownership
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the Murray MT200 have?
A Briggs and Stratton EX1900 series, 19 gross hp and 540 cc, with electric start.
Is the Murray MT200 automatic?
Yes. Murray lists an automatic transmission; Home Depot gives speeds up to 5.5 mph.
How much does the Murray MT200 cost?
Home Depot listed $2,199 in October 2026.
What is the difference between the Murray MT100 and MT200?
The MT200 has the 19 hp engine and automatic drive, while the MT100 has 13.5 hp and a 6-speed manual.
What size deck does the MT200 have?
A stamped 42-in. steel deck with twin blades and side discharge.
Owner reviews
No owner reviews yet. Own one? Be the first to share what it is like to live with.
Related models
Murray MT100 Review
The MT100 is a basic, low-priced 42-inch tractor suited to small to mid-size yards. Manual shifting and a 2-year warranty are the…
42 in. · $1,999
John Deere S120 Review
The S120's 22 hp V-twin, Easy Change oil system and reverse implement option make it the best-equipped S-series tractor, aimed at larger…
22 HP · 42 in · $2,999
Murray Cruz 42 Review
The Cruz 42 is an inexpensive zero-turn that brings dual hydrostatic drive and a 3-year warranty to a small deck. Missing weight…
42 in. (spec table also lists 44) · $2,899
Murray Cruz XD 50 Review
The Cruz XD 50 offers a wide deck, V-twin power and a 3-year warranty at a modest price for its size. Seven…
50 in. (spec table lists a 52-in. deck) · $3,349
Compare with similar models
Husqvarna YT46LS Review
The YT46LS is an older 46-in. Husqvarna tractor with a Kawasaki V-twin, hydrostatic pedal drive and electric PTO. It suits one to…
21.5 HP · 46 in · $2,200
Husqvarna TS 248XD Review
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.…
23 HP · 48 in · $3,999
Troy-Bilt Pony Review
The Pony 42 is Troy-Bilt's entry rider, with a 547 cc engine, 42-in. deck, 7-speed hand-lever drive and an 18-in. turn radius.…
0 HP · 42 in · $1,996
Troy-Bilt Bronco 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…
0 HP · 42 or 46 in · $2,200
