John Deere STX38 Black Deck vs John Deere X125

Verdict: John Deere STX38 Black Deck vs John Deere X125

The John Deere STX38 Black Deck and the John Deere X125 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 13 hp. John Deere STX38 Black Deck is the lighter machine (196 kg vs 204 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere X125 holds more fuel (14.8 L vs 4.7 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere X125 is the newer design (2011 vs 1989). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.