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MTD 848 vs MTD 992
Verdict: MTD 848 vs MTD 992
The MTD 848 and the MTD 992 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 20 hp. MTD 848 is the newer design (2002 vs 1995). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
MTD
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
MTD
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
20 hp
20 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
MTDReference
MTDReference
Three-range gearbox (low, high reverse) and a variable-speed control with seven detent positions. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch/brake used, to shift ranges.Reference
air-cooled horizontal-shaft V-TwinReference
Engine
Power (gross)
14.9 kWReference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Displacement
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34.7 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
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72 x 70 mmReference
Power
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14.9 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
MTDReference
EatonReference
Gears
14 forward and 7 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
manualReference
manualReference
Mid PTO Type
pulleyReference
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Rear Type
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0Reference
Dimensions
Front tire
16x6.50-8Reference
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Rear tire
23x9.5-12Reference
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Lawn/turf front
16x6.50-8Reference
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Lawn/turf rear
23x9.5-12Reference
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MTD 848 attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
46" Mower deck
Type
belt-driven CVTReference
shaft-driven hydrostaticReference
Cutting width
116 cmReference
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MTD 992 attachments
Attachment overview
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.