Husqvarna LTH1738 Hydrostatic Gas Riding Lawn Mower Review

The Husqvarna LTH1738 is a compact riding lawn mower that’s suitable for smaller yards. But despite its smaller size, it’s still able to handle tight turns and steep inclines like a champ. This is mainly due to its powerful engine, pedal operated hydrostatic transmission, and its stainless steel construction.

Our Verdict: This is a lower powered riding lawn mower that’s designed to handle smaller yards. But since it features a compact design you can also expect it to be much more beginner friendly. The sixteen-degree turning radius allows you to access every inch of your yard and maneuver around large obstacles in your path. The headlights, safety shut off, and reverse cutting operation are all important safety features that you won’t commonly find on competing models. A great buy for homeowners with a yard that’s one acre or less, the LTH1738 is a steal for the price.

Read on to learn how this riding mower handles different terrain types, lawn sizes, and more.

Overview and Features

This isn’t a flashy, large riding lawn mower like the Craftsman T225 19 Gas Powered Riding Lawn Mower, which can handle small and medium-sized yards. Instead, this Husqvarna mower is better suited to yards around one to one and a half acres. Its smaller cutting path can also require you to make multiple passes, especially if there are plenty of obstacles in your yard.

But if you don’t need much mower power and simply want a model that’s reliable and able to keep your small yard looking great, then this mower is a great option.

Deck

This riding lawn mower features a reinforced deck with a thirty-eight-inch cutting path. The deck is specifically designed with durability in mind, so you can expect it to last season after season with proper care and maintenance.

Use Your Mower Year-Round

The manufacturer currently offers a wide range of accessories that are compatible with this specific model. Accessories include snow blades, trailers, and brushes.

Air Induction

The patented Husqvarna air induction technology results in a more efficient cutting process. Air is drawn from the bottom and top of the mower’s deck to lift the grass for a shorter cut.

Chokeless Start

Thanks to the chokeless start feature, start-up is fast and simple. All you have to do is turn the key and the engine will roar to life, whether you’re mowing in intense heat or cold. This type of reliable start-up is a must-have for any lawn mower owner.

Turning Radius

While this may not be a fancy zero turn mower, its sixteen-inch turning radius will allow the mower to easily maneuver around obstacles and handle tighter turns in the yard.

Wheel Design

The anti-scalp twenty-inch rear wheels ensure the mower doesn’t tear up the terrain as you zip around the yard over uneven ground.

Blade Engagement

This is a very basic riding lawn mower, so it doesn’t come equipped with automatic blade engagement. However, the manual blade engagement is simple to use, just pull the lever located on the dash to engage the blades once you have the mower positioned on the lawn properly.

Wash Port

The wash port is located on the deck and allows you to quickly hook up a hose directly to the deck in order to clean underneath the mower. This feature is perfect if you’re dealing with thicker grass which tends to clog up the blades.

Steering Wheel Design

The ergonomic steering wheel promotes long use with a more comfortable angle that’s ideal for the rider’s sitting position.

Reverse Cutting Operation

The reverse operating system disengages the blades when you put the mower in reverse. This is a great safety feature, unfortunately, not all lower priced riding lawn mowers offer it.

Headlights

If you prefer to get up early in the morning to get your yard work done in order to beat the heat, then you’ll appreciate the built-in headlights, which allow you to easily see in low light conditions.

Safety Features

The cutting deck and engine will shut off as soon as the seat’s sensor detects a change in the weight. This is just another great safety feature that only Husqvarna offers.

Advantages and Disadvantages

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Cons

Related Questions

How Often Do I Need to Change the Oil?

This will depend on how often you use the mower. On average, the oil should be changed every three months. If you use this mower for your business, then you may need to change the oil more frequently. To learn more about riding lawn mower care, click here to read our article on riding lawn mower tips.

Why Is this Mower Not Rated for Larger Yards?

A manufacturer will recommend yard size based on the size and type of the engine. This motor doesn’t offer much power at seventeen HPs. If you use a smaller riding lawn mower that’s rated for yards one acre or smaller on a property that’s three acres or more then you can easily cause the motor to overheat. If you’re looking for a mower that can handle a larger property, pay attention to engine design and horsepower. Most models that feature a dual engine design can easily handle mowing a larger property compared to a mower with a single cylinder engine design

Conclusion and Rating

Product Rating: (4.5/5)

Compact, made out of stainless steel, and designed with performance and maneuverability in mind, it’s easy to see why this riding lawn mower is constantly out of stock.

This Husqvarna model is one of the best riding mowers for hills, thanks to its durable design and impressive turning radius. Despite the fact that it’s a smaller riding lawn mower, it definitely comes loaded with some great features that will ensure you keep your lawn looking great, all year long. We gave this model a rating of four and a half out of five stars.