Husqvarna lawn tractors are popular! Lawn tractor reviews too. I’ll kill two birds with one stone: Here is my in-depth YHT2042 Husqvarna lawn tractor review.
When you have to cover an area greater than 1.2 acres a riding lawn mower is your best bet. The YTH2042 Husqvarna Lawn Tractor is a powerful and yet agile ride-on mower packed with lots of useful features that make it an exceptional machine to use. First and foremost, even though this is a riding mower, it is actually quite compact than the competition. Next, it is highly maneuverable on four pneumatic tires. It also happens to take less space in the shed and comes with an ergonomic steering wheel, adjustable seat and hydrostatic transmission.The transmissions of this mower help keep movements smooth and with air induction technology, the cut always comes out consistent and clean. Adjusting height on this beast is easy thanks to the front mounted feeder setup. This particular mower also has the capability to accept extra accessories such as trimmers, chainsaws and a mulching kit when necessary. And the tractor is covered by a 2 year warranty.
Product Info:
- Riding Lawn Mower
- Lawn Tractor
- 20 HP, 540cc Briggs & Stratton engine
Features:
- 42 inch, dual blade cutting deck
- NON-CARB Compliant
- Anti-scalp wheels
- Deck wash port with air induction system
- Adjustable seat height
- Weight: 418 lbs
- 2 year limited type warranty
Husqvarna YTH20K42 20HP 725cc Kohler 7000 42" Lawn Tractor #960430274
Amazon.com In-depth Review of the Husqvarna YTH2042 Lawn Tractor
Ease Of Use
Ride-on mowers are never easy to start off with especially if you have no prior experience. However, the YTH2042 Husqvarna Lawn Tractor is an easy machine to get used to.
Having ordered online, I was a bit apprehensive as to how this beast would be delivered. Thankfully, it came in one piece with no damage and excellent packing. Kudos to Amazon! Moving on, the first time you get this mower, you have to fill up the gas tank and oil, which are under the hood near the console. Next, make sure the battery is charged, this is under the seat. Since, the mower arrived fully assembled, all I had to do next was switch the engine on by turning the ignition key, which astonishingly fired up on my first try. It has been the same ever since.
As for controlling the direction, the steering does a good job, is precise enough and lightweight. For throttle, you have to control a lever that takes care of the automatic transmission, which takes a bit getting used to since most ride-on mowers come with pedal transmission.Also to go reverse you have the option on the ignition key hole, which keeps the blades engaged making it easier to go back through tough grass and eliminates the need for a second re-run.
Changing height, exchanging the existing blades with mulching kit are all easy to manage and need no expertise. You will however need a jack to raise the front of the mower and replace to a mulching kit (available separately).
Cut Quality
This machine can collect, mulch and side discharge. It does not matter whether you mulch or just mow with this ride-on. The experience and cut quality are top notch. Clean precise cut regardless of what comes in the way and the fact that because of its 42 inch deck size, you don’t have to spend too much time on a large yard makes it easier to navigate around obstacles with care. Remember, this Husqvarna YTH2042 Lawn Tractor is a heavy machine, so if you aren’t careful around obstacles you just might knock a few down.
Height Adjustment
Single lever at the front fender takes care of the deck’s height. You can precisely set the height you want in 6 positions ranging from 1.25 to 4 inches and lock it into position. The lever is sturdy and won’t budge under constant duress of mowing across an uneven terrain.
Motor Power
The Husqvarna YTH2042 is powered by a 540cc, 20HP Briggs & Stratton Engine
Most Husqvarna lawn tractors come with a B&S engine, so does this model. A 20 HP Briggs & Stratton engine throws out an impressive amount of power and while some of it goes into the spinning the blades, the rest is available to drive. You never feel underpowered in this machine even when going up inclines or trying to navigate uneven terrain. The engine can also lock into reverse gear using the ignition key hole so going backwards is just as easy as mowing forward.
Its hydrostatic transmission with its fender mounted lever allows you to change direction and speeds with ease. You may expect ax. speeds of 5.2 mph forward and 2.9 mph in reverse.
Maintenance
Cleaning the durable steel deck is easy thanks to Husqvarna’s deck wash port which allows you to connect a water hose through the port to clean the underside of the deck.
Obviously, being a ride-on mower it needs way more maintenance than your usual lawn mower. Having said that, it will not need special maintenance or repairs for at least couple of years and if anything comes loose, breaks or clogs, Husqvarna’s extensive warranty usually covers that.
Cost Effectiveness
At just under $2000, this mower is by no means a cheap proposition, but for those with really large yards, the cost more than justifies the reduced time required for mowing. Besides, you do have the ability to add extra attachments to the mower tractor and multi-task with it. This will come especially handy if you plan on organic farming or running a small cultivation of your own.
- Strong, easy to maneuver lawn tractor
- Excellent cut
- 6 Height Positions
- 2-years warranty
- Price Tag
Exelente. Necesito accesorios del motor de 725 cc. ( Arrancador)
Todo el sistema de cuchillas y protector .