{"product_id":"husqvarna-ts-248xd-48-lawn-tractor-23-hp-kawasaki","title":"Husqvarna TS 248XD 23 HP 48-Inch Lawn Tractor with Kawasaki FR691V and Differential Lock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TS 248XD steps up Husqvarna's premium tractor formula — the same Kawasaki commercial-grade engine and Tuff Torq differential-lock transmission found on the smaller TS 242XD, paired with a wider 48-inch ClearCut deck for properties where mowing time matters. For two- to four-acre lawns with hills, slopes, or wet-grass conditions, the TS 248XD is one of the most capable residential tractors money can buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePower comes from a Kawasaki FR691V V-twin OHV engine displacing 726cc. The FR691V is the residential-grade extension of Kawasaki's commercial FX series, sharing the same overhead valve architecture, full pressure lubrication, automotive-style oil filter, and dual-element air filtration. Owners running the TS 248XD on a typical weekly residential schedule will see oil and filter changes once a season — essentially the entire engine maintenance routine. Electric key start, automatic choke, and a regulated charging system handle cold mornings without operator intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tuff Torq T40 hydrostatic transmission with electric differential lock is the headline drivetrain feature. The hydrostatic pump delivers continuously variable forward and reverse speed through a pair of foot pedals, while the diff-lock toggle on the dash engages a mechanical coupling between the rear wheels. On flat dry ground, the open differential allows easy turning. The moment the operator hits a slope, a wet patch, or one wheel breaks loose, the diff-lock restores full pulling power without requiring a re-route or a mid-mow stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 48-inch ClearCut fabricated steel deck cuts at six height settings between 1.5 and 4 inches via a fender-mounted lever. Three cutting blades work in parallel, with greasable spindle bearings extending service life beyond the sealed-bearing design typical at this price point. Air-induction ducting pulls air through the deck shell to lift grass blades for a cleaner cut and better discharge dispersal. The deck accepts an optional Husqvarna mulch kit or rear bagger (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOperator comfort centers on a 15-inch high-back seat with armrests, an oversized soft-grip steering wheel, cruise control, and an integrated cup holder. The dashboard layout is honest and minimal: ignition, throttle, choke, PTO knob, diff-lock toggle, fuel gauge. The chassis is welded steel with a brush-guard bumper at the front and corrosion-resistant powder-coat throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standard rear hitch accepts most popular tow-behind attachments — dump carts, broadcast spreaders, plug aerators, dethatchers, and lawn rollers all mount without modification. A deck wash port allows post-mowing cleanup with a garden hose without removing the deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a two- to four-acre property with hills, irrigation soft spots, or wet-grass conditions, the TS 248XD is the most capable residential tractor in Husqvarna's catalog short of a commercial Z-turn. The Kawasaki engine, Tuff Torq differential-lock transmission, and 48-inch ClearCut deck together justify the premium over a standard hydrostatic tractor at the same deck size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Husqvarna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44780197085270,"sku":null,"price":2599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1866\/5621\/files\/61fPOgTE6qL._AC_SL1000.jpg?v=1779652937","url":"https:\/\/ri-medical.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/husqvarna-ts-248xd-48-lawn-tractor-23-hp-kawasaki","provider":"RI MEDICAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}