Will the X350's K46 transmission hold up

[BackyardBrian]

Pretty much decided on buying this X350, but still got this one doubt. How’s the K46 transaxle hold up on 1.5 acres? Yard is mostly flat but got a small slope and wanna pull a light cart. Should I worry about longevity or look for an X380 with the K58?

 

[Tiger Small Engine]

Pretty much decided on buying this X350, but still got this one doubt. How’s the K46 transaxle hold up on 1.5 acres? Yard is mostly flat but got a small slope and wanna pull a light cart. Should I worry about longevity or look for an X380 with the K58?

The Tuff Torq K46 is the most common, by far, transaxle in riding mowers. On flat ground, and not abused, it will hold up fine. Do not pull anything heavier than about 200 pounds, and do not pull it all the time. A slight slope is fine but will not hold up on hills over time.

 

[sivicman]

That was one reason why I chose the X390. I wanted the better transmission.

 

[slomo]

If the X350 is that marginal, I would pass on it.

 

[BackyardBrian]

Thanks guys, goin with the X350. Been goin back and forth on this too long lol.