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Husqvarna LTH1742 vs Husqvarna LTH17538
Verdict: Husqvarna LTH1742 vs Husqvarna LTH17538
The Husqvarna LTH1742 and the Husqvarna LTH17538 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Husqvarna LTH17538 leads on rated power with 18 hp against 17 hp. Husqvarna LTH1742 holds more fuel (7.6 L vs 5.7 L) for longer stints between fills. Husqvarna LTH17538 is the newer design (2021 vs 2004). In short: choose the Husqvarna LTH17538 for outright pulling power, or the Husqvarna LTH1742 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
Husqvarna
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Husqvarna
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
17 hp
18 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
HusqvarnaReference
HusqvarnaReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
Engine
Fuel tank
7.6 LReference
5.7 LReference
Displacement
36.4 ciReference
30.5 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
94 x 86 mmReference
90 x 78 mmReference
Power
12.7 kWReference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Power (gross)
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13.0 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Hydro-Gear 314-0510Reference
Tuff Torq K46Reference
Gears
infinite forward and reverseReference
infinite forward and reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
manualReference
manualReference
Mid PTO Type
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pulleyReference
Dimensions
Front tire
15x6.00-6Reference
15x6.00-6Reference
Rear tire
20x10-8Reference
20x8.00-8Reference
Lawn/turf front
15x6.00-6Reference
15x6.00-6Reference
Lawn/turf rear
20x10-8Reference
20x8.00-8Reference
Husqvarna LTH1742 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
42" Mower deck
Type
belt-driven hydrostaticReference
belt-driven hydrostaticReference
Cutting width
106 cmReference
96 cmReference
Husqvarna LTH17538 attachments
38" Mower deck
Drive
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beltReference
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.