Husqvarna TS348D (TS348, TS348XD, TS354, TS354D, TS354XD)

The TS300 series of mowers are new here in the United States for 2018. These tractors are taking the place of the GT48 and GT52 line of tractors. The TS348 and TS354 models come in a few different variations with options like a front bumper, locking differential, and Husqvarna's U-Connect package (Set to launch later in the year). The mowers come with Clear Cut mower decks that do a great job striping the lawn and do not require a blower to be mounted to the deck to use a bagging/collection system. The big eye catcher on these mowers though is the upgraded seat. This is the same style seat that they used on the PZT, MZT, and some of the MZ mowers through the years. It is a high back seat that is a bit more comfortable than a standard lawn tractor seat.
#Husqvarna #HusqvarnaUSA #TS348D #TS354D #EshlemaniaTV #ProductReview

[@GP9railfan]

We have the GT54LS version of this tractor. Basically the same tractor with a different seat, HD front bumper, battery charging port, commercial grade automatic choke Briggs, and 54” deck, along with an ammeter, and 12V plug.

[@holymacaronee]

This was a good review and explanation. Thanks! One thing you didn't mention was the quick connection on the mower deck to hook up a hose to clean it.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Thank you for the feedback! The washout port is a nice feature that a lot of people use and we should've mentioned that.

[@randompowerequipment6201]

Nice tractor at a great price point.

[@jeremeytaylor2433]

Bought this last summer after my huskee quit on me. Things a beast on hills

[@BC-vh2ik]

@Jim Marcum My dealer said yes an Husky even makes chains for them.

[@donaldthrower5796]

I love the locking differential..

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Handy feature to have!

[@partscounterguys650]

These have been a hot seller since day 1!

[@keithcook4537]

Parts Counter Guys but they stop make that model

[@tedschmitt178]

Apparently not hot enough because they discontinued them.

[@outdoorinfluencer]

Great video and review man!

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Thanks!

[@jamesbowden4871]

We get totally hosed in Canada then. Here, the TS300 Husqvarnas retail for $4000-$5000 (depending on whether they include the electronic locking differential and on the size of the mowerdeck).

[@anthonycaldi7056]

Great Video. This looks like it has a really fast forward speed. Is this faster than most other comparable tractors in its class? I have a large area and I’m looking for something on the faster side to save me some time.

[@alroundj]

I have a 2019 with a 54” deck and bought a 42” snowblower. I love this mower! Snow blower is a beast! Mows really nice also. If I could have one thing different, it would be a better dash cluster with fuel gauge. The little window is useless!! Also, reverse is deathly slow! I removed the bolt stopper in the transmission and it’s a bit faster now, but competing mowers are much faster in reverse.

[@robertpowers7856]

alroundj where can i find the bolt stopper for faster reverse speed?

[@jwwilliams]

Here in Texas they're around $3,700.. so yeah $3,000 is a fantastic price for it.

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

I got mine!! WoooooooooooHoooooooooooooo!!!!!

[@ericpowell335]

The switch you showed under the seat is not the fuel shutoff at all. Even better... it is the switch that lets you switch to the gas reserve tank in case you run out of gas.

[@davidmoran4471]

It's needed as the fuel level sight glass is worse than poor

[@akbychoice]

Eric Powell just remember to turn it back when you refill the tank.

[@kewakl8891]

Glowing review. Almost seems like a paid advert. I should know tomorrow. Going to pick up one.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

We would LOVE to get paid for doing this! But for now we all have to keep our day jobs.

[@anthonyreichley2711]

Kew Ak p

[@marineman2298]

But a paid advertisement would have known the correct function of everything i.e. "Fuel Shutoff".....not. It's a valve allowing the engine to access the reserve fuel. A good feature.

[@denapetersen4733]

anyone know how i can find a seat cover and mower cover that will fit this mower?? (ts 354d)

[@tedschmitt178]

If they had continued making the 348 past 2021, I would have bought one.

[@2StrokeSmoke544]

Im going to look at a 354 this Saturday. So 4 years later what do ya think of it now? Im impressed with what ive been seeing. just the price tag for the 354 is 5k now!! Yikes!

[@t.d.mich.7064]

I bought this model in January, I like it, but I had to re route the gas line because the masterminds at the factory install it right on top of the cylinder head causing vapor lock. It was stalling when hot until after the fix. Also the 3 point mounting on the deck causes the cut to leave steps when mowing parallel to a slight slope. Had to tie it down with an additional turnbuckle. Now the deck is not adjustable. Along with that, the hitch point is weak and bends with some weight is applied. Even after all this, I still like it.

[@GP9railfan]

old magician These tractors are shipped with the anti-scalp wheels set in the top hole. Lower the 4 anti-scalp wheels 2 holes down, (2nd one up from bottom hole). I had the same issue but it’s fixed after lowering them 2 holes. Our lawn looks like a golf course now.

[@Mikelzzz83]

Tremendously helpful comment thanks!

[@charliecrash3450]

What bag system (model #'s) fits the TS 348XD?

[@robertpaske2440]

Purchased a Husqvarna TS354 XD in 2019 new. Purchased with the 54 inch mower deck and the 42 inch two stage snow thrower with power lift. This garden tractor replaced my Toro 269H with the same features that I bought new back in 1998. The Husqvarna has been mowing and snow blowing for 2 seasons now. A couple of comments to make based on my experience with the TS354 XD. The engine exhaust is an issue. If you stop the tractor for even 2 minutes while mowing you will get a 6X6 grass burn on your lawn. The grass does not die but will take about 3 weeks to come back green. The engine exhaust is pushed straight down to the ground and this really heats up the grass. The exhaust port does not point down to the ground but all the brackets close to the exhaust redirect the air down as it comes out. Also I can melt a good section of my driveway letting the tractor idle during snow blowing. I have found that I make sure to drive the tractor onto my driveway before letting it sit and idle or turn the tractor off for even short time periods when working in the garden. No more grass burn doing this. I have been reviewing how to redirect the exhaust but have not found a modification that I like yet. 2nd issue is the front tire clip used to hold the tire on. I have had the front right tire fall off three times now. Turning puts pressure it seems on the tire clip used to hold the front tire on. This clip pops off and the tire slides off the spindle. My old Toro 269H had a cotter pin on the wheel spindle. The Husqvarna TS354 XD uses what my Dad always called a "Jesus clip" because each time you would try to put it on or take it off it would shoot off and slide somewhere on the garage floor for you to try and find. I have replaced the clip just this week to see if it was a bad clip. I am not the only one that has seen this occur based on different forum posts I have read. Recommendations I have seen online is to drill a 1/8th hole in the spindle where the clip goes and replace the clip with a cotter pin. Going to try that this summer if I have the tire fall off one more time. Also bought the replacement front bushing wheel bearing conversion kit off of Amazon for the front tires to see if these two things resolve the tire falling off issue. Wheel bearing conversion kit: www.amazon.com/Husqvarna-AYP-Craftsman-532124959-Conversion/dp/B073YFSYM9 3rd issue I have run into is that when mowing I seem to have a strip of grass that always seems to be missed as you turn during mowing. I mow our grass fairly high so this may be the issue. Have reviewed leveling the mower deck and have sharpened the blades every other mowing, swapping in my spare blade set that I bought. Still working on this bug to find a solution. 4th issue gas tank gas gauge is a window just below the driver seat. Cannot really see the gas level very well. Again I was spoiled by my old Toro 269H it had an indicator light on the console that would go on when gas was low. I just attempt to religiously top off gas after each mowing. Now if I could get my boys to do the same would be great when they mow for me. 5th issue, although minor, I cannot put on the front brush guard in the summer that came with the tractor now that I have the snow blower attachment/electric lift setup without fully removing the front lift kit any longer. Minor really I guess but now the brush guard just hangs in the garage during summer mowing as it does not seem to be worth the effort to pull all the brackets on and off each season. I was spoiled by my old Toro 269H it was a hydraulic lift for the snow blower and mower deck. This made the transition from mowing to snow blowing very easy. The number of brackets to take off and put on the Husqvarna for each season is going to take time to get down to where it is second nature. For the price I do believe the Husqvarna 354 XD is a good garden tractor for the first 2 years of use. The next 18 will tell if it is as good as my old Toro 269H.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Great feedback. Thanks!

[@bendailey6070]

What are the 2 small holes behind the cup holder and fuel cap for. They are on my Craftsman mower too, but I haven't been able to find out what they are for.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

They are used for accessories like a canopy, or to mount a controller for a prayer, etc.

[@keithcook4537]

Why disconnected product on that model? Something wrong with this product?

[@cricex]

Is it possible to switch out the differential or an X to that of an XD? Picked up a 54x with 25 hrs on it. Really wanted the locking diff but couldn't say no to the price ($2.5)

[@channell11]

Switching out the differential is probably not cost-effective. Even used units are $400+. Might want to check with Tuff-Torque and see if they make a locking differential upgrade kit. They seem to sell a lot of parts for the DIY-er.

[@brad0805]

How do you adjust the front tire rods? I can't figure it out, please help! My fronts are towed in pretty bad from the factory. P.S. I paid $3999 in march 2022

[@ThinkSimply]

What's the difference between the xd and d ?

[@t.d.mich.7064]

Its not a fuel shutoff, its a reserve gas supply.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

If you turn the valve to the middle it shuts the fuel off, right?

[@GP9railfan]

Eshlemania TV Nope. It’s just a reserve valve.

[@gardeningnewearth3680]

I wish you showed how to start the darn thing

[@curemeister7443]

Really like the manual switch to lock the rear end. Do you know what model number the transaxle is ? The Husqvarna YT46LS has an automatic locking rear transaxle which really tears up the lawn unless you just creep around the turns.

[@jeffbrubaker3556]

K66

[@GP9railfan]

K66ELD

[@JoshAllen17Goated]

K46 limited slip diff.

[@Stu650Zuk]

How heavy is the frame on this model? I know the old LGT2654 my neighbor owns while not built as well as the TS series has terrible frame flex on the smallest of ground angle changes. I'm looking to replace my mowing tractor this year and the TS248xd with the kawasaki engine and the locking K66 hydro is high on my list for the price. My JD blew up this year and while I like the X series it only came with the K46 hydro which isn't a commercial rated hydrostatic like on this TS series..

[@OneNewMan]

so is there a Husqvarna with a strong frame? strong enough for ground engaging work? I read on some forum that GT54CS uses the old frame which is much stronger.

[@JoshAllen17Goated]

No they are all weak and the k66 is not a real garden tractor tranny.

[@t.d.mich.7064]

Update: With 19.0 hours on the meter, the blade drive belt snapped while using the unit to blow grass clippings off the driveway. No apparent reason why, never hit anything prior, it just let go. Two MTD yard teactors I had over the last 30 years, and only replaced 1 differential drive belt. Did I make a mistake buying this unit?

[@justachristiansoldier9609]

old magician I’ve seen similar comments like yours on Cub reviews and people having buyer remorse, hopefully a fluke, the belt should have a ten year warranty (my PoulanPro/Husqvarna does) so I don’t think it is a cheap craftsmanship issue. I think you made a good decision with the Husqvarna, I enjoy mine....have never owned a Cub, Troy-Bilt or MTD product though so I don’t know which is better.

[@kennethlowe6337]

At the price point u get more for less than a cub cadet or John deere

[@JoshAllen17Goated]

I mean the cub cadet xt2 gx54d is a way better built machine but instead of the k66 its the k62 so eh. If you stepped up to the XT3 then you get a real garden tractor. Shaft drive cast iron hydro gear bdu10L with more torque than the k72. Its also way heavier built than the jd x500 series ts300 series and the xt2 series

[@michaelwittman1935]

Whats the transmission model number? Im trying to avoid the K46 hoping to get a k66

[@taylorjones8047]

K66

[@paulcarson5106]

K66!

[@jf73f80]

Damn I would like to know we're you get your price from I just bought the ts 354xd with the 3 bin bagger paid 4200 almost 4600 after taxes

[@EshlemaniaTV]

That was the price at the time we made the video (almost 3 mowing seasons ago). They have all gone up in price since that time.

[@randyh6636]

why does this one not have the ammeter/hour combo gauges?

[@EshlemaniaTV]

yeah those were some nice looking gauges they used on the previous models.

[@claygreenlaw4871]

This model is offered as a feature rich "Garden Tractor" at an attractive price. Husqvarna had to save a little somewhere. Notice it doesn't have LED headlights either. They also put slightly less expensive tires on it to keep the price down. This is the best value of any brand for a model with these features anywhere. (I'm a dealer) No other manufacture is even close. Cheers.

[@joegillesp7340]

@@claygreenlaw4871 good review

[@allenr265]

I hear there much louder in decibles then a John Deer. Have to wear hearing protection. What are your thought's thanks Mate

[@channell11]

You should probably wear hearing protection with any gas riding mower.

[@markthompsoncpa]

Are they made to have chains on rear tires?

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Yes, you can run tire chains on these. Most people use tire chains on them if you use a snow blade of snow blower on the front during the winter

[@ericdw5678]

Is this a floating deck?

[@keithcook4537]

Eric Williamson don’t think so

[@muffdiver7670]

I did read on Husqvarna forums that the frames are weak. Never owned one so I'm looking for opinions.

[@avocadotoast9489]

M&P Shield I’m wondering the same. I’ve heard it’s too weak for a Johnny bucket. Using one will buckle the frame up front. I don’t ever plan to use one, so I’m strongly considering this mower as it can be had with a Kawasaki engine and heavier K66 transmission. Most mowers today have the k46 which is just going to break in 5-10 years. Basically, I’m trying to buy my last lawnmower and this may fit the bill for mowing use only with occasionally towing attachments. Good luck with what you decide.

[@tedschmitt178]

Huskys are notorious for weak frames.

[@caputo116]

What's the difference between the TS and the GT?

[@jeronimo2152]

They don't make the GT anymore, the TS had taken it's place

[@GP9railfan]

The GT’s have a few additional features, (ammeter/12V plug) and a couple heavier duty components, (i.e. thicker walled tires, a beefier front brush guard, and commercial grade Briggs engine).

[@OneNewMan]

what about the frame? Is it reinforced?

[@EshlemaniaTV]

The frame will flex a bit. It is not as strong as an X500 series John Deere garden tractor for sure. When comparing it to a John Deere X500 series garden tractor the other thing John Deere has a big advantage on is the steering. from steering wheel to the front wheels the John Deere has a better steering system with stronger and heavier parts and better wheel bearings. The toss up is that the Husqvarna costs way less than a John Deere X500 series garden tractor and when you do have to replace parts you ae paying for the actual part and not the part AND the name on the package. So it really just comes down to what you intend to do with the tractor as to which one will work for you.

[@blowemall]

Aw .....max height = 3.5 inch... bummer. Need something that gives 4

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

You are correct and you confirmed my curiosity! I just replaced my blades and rustproofed my deck underside and balanced the deck/blades and it's 3 1/2" all the way around at the cutting edge! That calculates to about a 2 1/2" cut after the tires roll across the soft ground after sinking about an inch.Why can't we get a standard 5" or 6" cut so we can adjust by lowering the deck. As it is now, the only reason to lower the deck would be to remove it from the machine or scalp your lawn.. It is common knowledge that ALL lawns should be cut to 3" or higher to fight drought and weeds. In our case the ground will dry faster and weeds get plenty of light to grow and take over..... which is also my case. Thanks for catching that!

[@hanoverbill8174]

Recently purchased a TS254XG. I hate it. Too many problems to list here, but give me my old Craftsman.

[@thepatriot4355]

I'll keep my Craftsman T240 with 5 inch turn

[@keithcook4537]

This mowe sure cant go uphill that good?

[@EshlemaniaTV]

It has a push button locking differential. So once that is engaged it will go up hill better than a tractor with a regular open rear.

[@joegillesp7340]

How do I find a ts54d? Sears doesn't let u order any mowers...can't find one online anywhere

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Contact a Husqvarna dealer.

[@denapetersen4733]

i bought mine at lowes

[@terrycarter7849]

Can someone please tell me how to replace the damn sway bar when your putting the deck back on? That’s the most aggravating pos I ever got ahold of! Thank you

[@richb7414]

You need to adjust your front tires. They are misaligned.

[@fpt264]

Rich B Mine was just delivered. Very noticeable front wheel toe in. Dealer says they’re made that way. Manual says alignment is set at the factory and is not adjustable but it sure looks like it is.

[@oimate3]

Whats the difference between the TS348 and the TS348D

[@jaxturner7288]

D = locking diff

[@Moondog9322]

@@jaxturner7288 OK, so if the D means locking diff, what is the XD, as in TS348XD?

[@mccarthy155]

Moondog9322 x means it has the Kawasaki engine

[@josephdillon7420]

Those rear tires look too close to the blade deck and that causes a lot of debris and buildup of grass clippings.

[@jetdr]

Was looking at JD, but for the same tractor they want 6,000$ and then they charge extra for every little accessory.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

Was it an X500 series John Deere? They're nice tractors, but as you mentioned you pay "Deere-ly" for them. This is a good option for someone looking for a decent tractor with a locking differential.

[@backspace4093]

You definitely pay for that green paint.

[@cnrmoose]

But that JD is built way beefier in every way. The frame, the steering, the foot controls, everything is better and thicker and tighter on the JD, and you will notice it every single time you use it, and that extra 2 or $3k will seem like nothing 20 years from now when you are still enjoying that JD. I got 3 of them, and my newest one is 23 years old. I got a '90 265, '95 455, and '96 LX172 and would not trade any of them for any brand new Husqvarna.

[@farfelgoldendoodle4195]

I purchased the Husqvarna ts354xd a few weeks ago, seems awful slow.

[@jeronimo2152]

Just got my 348XD a few days ago, compared to my JD GT235 it is slow but more power in every way.

[@demarriuscollins8350]

Small motor. My big motor just like it but more power and heavy duty dack

[@jbear7878]

That’s not a Garden Tractor.

[@348loadedlever3]

I like it but would like to have a hand control instead of the foot control

[@348loadedlever3]

Just went and bought one sight unseen. Should arrive in a week. I hope it’s a good buy

[@Sylvan_dB]

@@348loadedlever3 Bought a husqvarna? Or did you find one with hand control? I also prefer hand control with its natural "cruise control" but that's proving impossible to find.

[@samshergahalawat8758]

Its only grass cutter nothing harvest land

[@Blakehenry11]

Nice mower, too bad the grass catcher is $1000.

[@EshlemaniaTV]

# bag collection system for this tractor is only around $500.

[@jeronimo2152]

Bought mine for under 500

[@ericd6277]

Eshlemania TV where did you get your catcher at?

[@magnus845]

quit saying husk-ka-var-na. It's husk-var-na.

[@hanktodd9357]

Kohler engine on these models aren't worth the high price tag. My TS348D has had nothing but engine issues. Won't buy another one.

[@matwood004]

Husqvarna is garbage. Bought a gt 52xls from a dealer and it was a worthless pile of junk. I will never buy anything Husqvarna again. The dealer was useless and customer service at Husqvarna is a joke.

[@rugby3874]

Husqvarna is are cheaply made. If you want a good Dependable tractor get a simplicity