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Scotts 42502X vs Scotts 42531X8
Verdict: Scotts 42502X vs Scotts 42531X8
The Scotts 42502X and the Scotts 42531X8 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Scotts 42502X leads on rated power with 17 hp against 15 hp. Scotts 42502X is the newer design (1998 vs 1997). In short: choose the Scotts 42502X for outright pulling power, or the Scotts 42531X8 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
Scotts
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Scotts
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
17 hp
15 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
ScottsReference
ScottsReference
Manufacturer
MurrayReference
MurrayReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
Engine
Power
12.7 kWReference
11.2 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Transmission
Transmission
Peerless MST206-502Reference
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Gears
6 forward and 1 reverseReference
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
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Clutch
mechanicalReference
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Dimensions
Front tire
15x6-6Reference
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Rear tire
20x10-8Reference
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Lawn/turf front
15x6-6Reference
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Lawn/turf rear
20x10-8Reference
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Scotts 42502X attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
42" Mower deck
Type
belt-driven gearReference
belt-driven gearReference
Cutting width
106 cmReference
106 cmReference
Scotts 42531X8 attachments
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.