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List prices are the manufacturer’s published figures, re-checked daily; they exclude tax, freight and dealer setup.
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 W520 — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 20-inch deck; gas powered
- Toro 30 in TurfMaster HDX — commercial: daily paid use and high acreage; 30-inch deck; gas powered
What’s different? The 5 differences that matter most, from the published figures.
- W520 uses a Kawasaki engine; 30 in TurfMaster HDX 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.
- W520 has a 20 in (508 mm) deck; 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a 30 in (762 mm) deck, a 10 in difference. Deck width sets how much grass each pass covers. Mowing time also depends on ground speed, turns and obstacles, so a wider deck alone does not fix the job's length. Time both decks on your own lawn ›
- W520 weighs 112 lbs (50.8 kg); 30 in TurfMaster HDX weighs 187 lbs (84.8 kg), a 75 lbs difference. Operating weight bears on trailer payload, ramps and soft turf. On its own it says nothing about build quality. What W520's weight means for a trailer ›
- W520 has a Aluminium deck; 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a 13 Gauge Steel deck.
- W520 has Self-propelled, variable speed drive; 30 in TurfMaster HDX has Variable Speed drive.
2 more differences, calculated figures and what isn’t comparable
Other verified differences
- W520 has a 10.9 ci (178.6 cc) engine; 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a 12.2 ci (200 cc) engine, a 1.3 ci difference.
- W520 has a published top speed of 3.7 mph; 30 in TurfMaster HDX has a published top speed of 4 mph, a 0.3 mph difference.
Calculated by MowerFacts
- W520 works out to 0.6 acres/hour; 30 in TurfMaster HDX works out to 1.0 acres/hour, a 0.4 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
- Engine Power: not published for 30 in TurfMaster HDX.
- Fuel Capacity: not published for W520.
- Bagger Capacity: not published for W520.
- Blades: not published for W520.
- Transmission: not published for W520.
- Fuel Type: not published for W520.
- Start Type: not published for W520.
- Cut height range: not published for W520.
- Price: 30 in TurfMaster HDX is dealer quote only.
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 | W520 Husqvarna · Commercial |
30 in TurfMaster HDX Toro · Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,499 | dealer quote |
| Engine | ||
| Power Source | gas | gas |
| Engine Make | Kawasaki | Kohler |
| Displacement | 10.9 ci (178.6 cc) | 12.2 ci (200 cc) |
| Engine Power | 4.6 hp | — |
| Engine Model | FJ180 KAI | — |
| Fuel Type | — | Gasoline |
| Start Type | — | Pull Cord |
| Deck | ||
| Cutting Width | 20 in (508 mm) | 30 in (762 mm) |
| Blades | — | 2 |
| Deck Material | Aluminium | 13 Gauge Steel |
| Deck Gauge | — | 13 |
| Min Cut Height | — | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Blade Tip Speed | — | 17999 ft/min (5486 m/min) |
| Discharge | Collection/BioClip®/Rear discharge | Bag standard, Mulch standard, Side discharge standard |
| Cut Positions | 9 | — |
| Max Cut Height | — | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Drive | ||
| Transmission | — | Variable Speed Rear Wheel Drive |
| Ground Speed | 3.7 mph | 4 mph |
| Drive System | Self-propelled, variable speed | Variable Speed |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 112 lbs (50.8 kg) | 187 lbs (84.8 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
| Length | — | 41 in (1041 mm) |
| Width | — | 32 in (813 mm) |
| Height | — | 66 in (1676 mm) |
| General | ||
| Product Use | — | Commercial |
| Bagger Capacity | — | 2.5 bu (88.1 L) |
Where these models differ, explained
30 in TurfMaster HDX: Specs verified against the manufacturer spec sheet on Jun 6, 2026 — toro.com.
Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.