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A side-by-side reference of each model's stated specifications. MowerFacts doesn’t give opinions: where a published, spec-derived rule can separate machines we mark a Data Pick and show the rule; here, read the values and decide what fits your needs.
Best suited for
What each model is built for, from its duty class and key specs. This is a neutral reference — MowerFacts does not rank one model above another.
- Husqvarna TS 120 54 in — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 54-inch deck; gas powered
- Cub Cadet XT1 ST54 — prosumer: larger home properties and light acreage; 54-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- TS 120 54 in uses a Briggs & Stratton engine; XT1 ST54 uses a Kohler® engine. The engine maker builds the engine; the mower maker chooses the model, rating and fit, so the badge alone does not settle output or longevity.
- TS 120 54 in has a Hydrostatic transmission; XT1 ST54 has a Tuff Torq® K46 transmission. The transmission grade tracks duty rating and speed. Grade names are each maker's own and are not comparable across brands.
- TS 120 54 in lists at $2,899; XT1 ST54 lists at $3,499, a $600 difference. List price is the maker's own figure before tax, freight and dealer setup. Dealers set the final price.
- TS 120 54 in holds 2.5 gal (9.5 L) of fuel; XT1 ST54 holds 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel, a 0.5 gal difference. Tank size bounds how long a machine runs between stops. Consumption varies with engine, load and speed, so hours per tank are not fixed.
- TS 120 54 in has a published top speed of 5.2 mph; XT1 ST54 has a published top speed of 5.5 mph, a 0.3 mph difference. Top speed is the maker's maximum in transport. Mowing speed is lower and depends on grass, terrain and the deck.
1 more difference, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- TS 120 54 in has a 44 ci (721 cc) engine; XT1 ST54 has a 45.6 ci (747 cc) engine, a 1.6 ci difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- TS 120 54 in works out to 2.3 acres/hour; XT1 ST54 works out to 2.4 acres/hour, a 0.1 acres/hour difference. Calculated by MowerFacts from deck width and the published top speed at 80% efficiency; it is not a manufacturer figure, and real mowing is slower.
Not comparable
- Warranty: not published for TS 120 54 in.
- Blades: not published for TS 120 54 in.
- Fuel Type: not published for XT1 ST54.
- Deck Material: not published for TS 120 54 in.
- Deck Construction: not published for TS 120 54 in.
- Drive System: not published for TS 120 54 in.
- Start Type: not published for TS 120 54 in.
- Cut height range: not published for TS 120 54 in.
Verified means each manufacturer publishes the figure. A bigger number is only a bigger number; nothing here says which machine is better. The full specification table is below.
Which is faster on your property? › Measure your lawn once and MowerFacts times all 2 against it.
| Spec | TS 120 54 in Husqvarna · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
XT1 ST54 Cub Cadet · Riding (Lawn Tractor) |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $2,899 | $3,499 |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Displacement | 44 ci (721 cc) | 45.6 ci (747 cc) |
| Engine Power | 24 hp | 24 hp |
| Engine Make | Briggs & Stratton | Kohler® |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Engine Model | PXi2400 | 7000 Series |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | — |
| Start Type | — | Ignition Key |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 54 in (1372 mm) | 54 in (1372 mm) |
| Blades | — | 3 |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | — | 4 in (102 mm) |
| Deck Material | — | 11-gauge steel |
| Deck Construction | — | Fabricated |
| Deck Gauge | — | 11 |
| Anti-Scalp Rollers | Yes | — |
| Cut Positions | — | 12 |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Tuff Torq® K46 |
| Ground Speed | 5.2 mph | 5.5 mph |
| Reverse Speed | 2.2 mph | 3 mph |
| Drive System | — | Hydrostatic |
| Dimensions | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 2.5 gal (9.5 L) | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
| Height | 15 in (381 mm) | — |
| Commercial / Pro | ||
| Seat Type | Comfort mid back | — |
| General | ||
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Where these models differ, explained
XT1 ST54: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — cubcadet.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.