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Husqvarna YTH2042
The Husqvarna YTH2042 is a lawn and garden tractor made from 2005 to 2013. It's a 2-wheel drive machine with a manual steering system. This tractor has a Briggs & Stratton engine that runs on gasoline and produces 20 horsepower, which is above average for its class. The engine is air-cooled and has one cylinder. The YTH2042 uses a belt-driven hydrostatic transmission, giving it smooth speed control in both forward and reverse. It has a 42-inch mid-mount mowing deck, perfect for maintaining medium-sized lawns. The tractor is compact, measuring 68.9 inches long, 43.7 inches wide, and 41.3 inches tall. It weighs 419 pounds, making it lighter than many other tractors. The YTH2042 features an open operator station and an electric starter for easy use.
ManufacturerHusqvarnaPower20 hpEngine1-cylTransBelt-driven hydrostatic
Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 20hp
- Operating Weight
- 419 lb
- Transmission
- Belt-driven hydrostatic
At a glance
How the YTH2042 compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
20 hp · 60th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The YTH2042 ranks at the 60th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Husqvarna YTH2042
The Husqvarna YTH2042 is a lawn and garden tractor made from 2005 to 2013. It's a 2-wheel drive machine with a manual steering system. This tractor has a Briggs & Stratton engine that runs on gasoline and produces 20 horsepower, which is above average for its class. The engine is air-cooled and has one cylinder. The YTH2042 uses a belt-driven hydrostatic transmission, giving it smooth speed control in both forward and reverse. It has a 42-inch mid-mount mowing deck, perfect for maintaining medium-sized lawns. The tractor is compact, measuring 68.9 inches long, 43.7 inches wide, and 41.3 inches tall. It weighs 419 pounds, making it lighter than many other tractors. The YTH2042 features an open operator station and an electric starter for easy use.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
|---|---|
| Model | YTH2042 |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 2005–2013 |
| Operating weight | 419lb |
Engine
| Make | Briggs & Stratton |
|---|---|
| Model | 331777 |
| Power | 20hp |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 33ci |
| Bore | 3.7in |
| Stroke | 3.07in |
Transmission
| Type | Belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Cab | Open |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent with manual clutch |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 68.9in |
|---|---|
| Width | 43.7in |
| Height | 41.3in |
| Operating weight | 419lb |
Head to head
YTH2042 vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Husqvarna YTH2042 compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 20 hp | 18 hp | +11% | 60th |
| Engine Displacement | 33 ci | 41.1 ci | -20% | 32nd |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 | -50% | 17th |
| Operating Weight | 419 lb | 738 lb | -43% | 6th |
| Length | 68.9 in | 71.7 in | -4% | 38th |
| Width | 43.7 in | 43.3 in | +1% | 52nd |
| Height | 41.3 in | 42.9 in | -4% | 28th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 269–380 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna YTH20K46 | 20 hp | — | 2009+ | Compare → |
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| Husqvarna YT46LS | 21.5 hp | 455 lb | 2013+ | Compare → |
| Husqvarna YTH18K46 | 18.5 hp | 432 lb | 2013+ | Compare → |
| Husqvarna YTH180 | 18 hp | 463 lb | 1994–2004 | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ag King AK2040 | 20 hp | 2,470 lb | — | Compare → |
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| Allis Chalmers 720 | 19.5 hp | 1,299 lb | 1975–1983 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Husqvarna YTH2042 manufactured?
Production of the Husqvarna YTH2042 ran from 2005 through 2013.
What type of transmission does the Husqvarna YTH2042 have?
The Husqvarna YTH2042 uses a Belt-driven hydrostatic transmission.
How powerful is the Husqvarna YTH2042?
The Husqvarna YTH2042 has an engine power output of 20 hp. It is powered by a 1-cylinder engine displacing 33 ci.
What is the working weight of the Husqvarna YTH2042?
The operating weight of the Husqvarna YTH2042 is approximately 419 lb.
What routine service does the Husqvarna YTH2042 need?
Regular maintenance for the Husqvarna YTH2042 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.