John Deere S240 - 42 Tractor vs. HUSQVARNA TS 242XD
A straight, spec-by-spec look for lawn buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.
Is the John Deere S240 - 42 Tractor right for you?
Most Customers comparing these two are looking at a half-acre to maybe an acre and a half of lawn, and they want something that feels solid under them without spending more than they need to. On paper, the S240 and the TS 242XD look nearly identical: same 21.5 horsepower, same 42-inch cut, same rear tire size. So the real question becomes what separates them once you get past the numbers.
A few things stand out on the S240. The no-tools oil drain with a replaceable filter makes routine maintenance genuinely easier, which means Customers actually keep up with it. The Accel Deep deck is purpose-built to move grass through faster and cleaner than a standard deck profile. The K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic transaxle is a well-proven unit, and the spring-assisted hand-grip lift lever is noticeably smoother than a straight manual system when you are raising and lowering the deck repeatedly across a full mowing session. The Husqvarna runs a Kawasaki engine, which is a solid motor, but the John Deere warranty is structured around 200 hours of use, not just calendar years, so it actually reflects how you mow.
Beyond the machine itself, having a Koenig store nearby across Indiana and Ohio means genuine parts, factory-trained technicians, and someone who knows your equipment when something comes up mid-season. Stop in and we can walk you through both options without any pressure.
| Specification | John Deere S240 - 42 Tractor | HUSQVARNA TS 242XD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 21.5 hp 16.0 kW | 21.5 hp 16 kW |
| Oil change | No-tools oil drain with replaceable filter | |
| Engine manufacturer/model | FR651V | Kawasaki® FR Series |
| Transaxle type | K46 heavy-duty hydrostatic, two-wheel drive | Tuff Torq® hydrostatic |
| Transaxle control | Side-by-side pedals | Dual foot pedal |
| Rear tires | 20x10-8 | 20x10-8 |
| Lift system type | Spring-assisted hand-grip lever | Manual |
| Cutting width | Accel Deep mower deck, 42 in. 107 cm | 42 in. 107 cm |
| U.S. warranty | 3-year/200-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 consumer |
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- Performance Edge maintenance — scheduled service, multi-point inspections, genuine John Deere parts, priority scheduling; the 4-year plan adds a year of warranty.
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