John Deere S100 - 42 vs. TROY-BILT PONY 42 IN. 547CC
A straight, spec-by-spec look for lawn buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
Is the John Deere S100 - 42 right for you?
The Customer looking at a 42-inch riding mower in this price range usually has a yard somewhere between half an acre and an acre and a half, and they want something that feels easy to use every single time they pull it out of the garage. That is where the S100 separates itself from the Troy-Bilt Pony pretty quickly. The S100 runs a hydrostatic transaxle with side-by-side foot pedals, so you control your speed and direction the same way you would drive a car. The Pony uses a 7-speed manual with a hand lever, which means more thinking and more shifting every time you change direction around a tree or a flower bed. Over a full mowing season, that difference in operator comfort adds up.
The Troy-Bilt does carry a 3-year limited warranty versus the S100's 2-year bumper-to-bumper coverage, and that is worth acknowledging. But a warranty is only as good as the people backing it up. With Koenig stores across Indiana and Ohio, you have a local service team, genuine John Deere parts on the shelf, and technicians who know these machines. The S100 also features a no-tools oil drain with a replaceable filter, which makes routine maintenance something you can actually stay on top of without a trip to a shop.
If any of this sounds like it fits your situation, stop in and talk with our team. We are happy to walk you through the S100 in person and make sure it is the right fit before you commit to anything.
| Specification | John Deere S100 - 42 | TROY-BILT PONY 42 IN. 547CC |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 17.5 hp 13 kW | |
| Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter | |
| Engine manufacturer/model | 31R977 (M31) | Troy-Bilt |
| Transaxle type | TLT200 hydrostatic, two-wheel drive | 7-speed manual |
| Transaxle control | Side-by-side pedals | Hand lever |
| Rear tires | 20x8-8 | 20x8 |
| Lift system type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever | Lever |
| Cutting width | Edge™ mower deck, 42 in. 107 cm | 42 in. 107 cm |
| U.S. warranty | 2 year/120 hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.) | 3 year limited |
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