Product Description The Troy-Bilt Pony 42 Riding Lawn Mower is a practical residential lawn tractor designed to make routine mowing faster and more comfortable. It combines a dependable 547cc Troy-Bilt single-cylinder engine with a wide 42-inch twin-blade cutting deck, making it suitable for lawns measuring up to approximately 1.5 acres. Its seven-speed Shift On The Go™ continuously variable transmission allows the operator to select an appropriate travel speed using a clearly positioned dashboard lever. This makes it easier to slow down when working around trees, garden beds and landscape borders, then select a faster speed when mowing open sections of the yard. The 42-inch stamped-steel deck uses two cutting blades to provide broad, even cutting coverage. Its standard side-discharge configuration directs clippings away from the mowing path, while an optional mulching kit can be installed to process grass into finer particles and return nutrients to the lawn. A compatible rear bagger is also available separately for collecting grass clippings and leaves. The Pony 42 includes five cutting-height positions ranging from 1.5 to 4 inches, allowing the operator to adjust the deck for different grass conditions and preferred lawn finishes. An 18-inch turning radius provides useful maneuverability around common landscaping obstacles. Its open Step-Thru™ frame provides additional legroom and makes getting on and off the mower easier. A low-back seat, grit-style footrests, cup holder and standard automatic headlights provide added convenience during regular mowing sessions. Key Features Reliable 547cc Troy-Bilt gasoline engine Electric key-start ignition Fully pressurized engine lubrication Replaceable engine oil filter 42-inch stamped-steel cutting deck Twin-blade cutting system Seven-speed Shift On The Go™ transmission Dashboard-mounted transmission control Maximum forward speed of approximately 5.5 mph Five cutting-height positions Cutting range from 1.5 to 4 inches 18-inch turning radius Side-discharge mowing configuration Optional mulching and bagging capability Step-Thru™ frame for easier access Automatic headlights Rear towing hitch Turf Saver tires Three-year limited residential warranty Technical Specifications Specification Details Brand Troy-Bilt Product Series Pony Product Type Gas Riding Lawn Mower Manufacturer Model Number 13A877BSA23 Engine Brand Troy-Bilt Engine Model 4X90H0 Engine Displacement 547cc Engine Configuration Single Cylinder Starting System Electric Key Start Fuel Delivery Carburetor Choke System Choke-a-Matic Lubrication Fully Pressurized Oil Filter Included Engine Oil Capacity 1.8 US qt / 1.70 L Fuel-Tank Capacity 1.36 US gal / 5.15 L Charging System 3-Amp Regulated Battery 12V Lead-Acid Battery Rating 150 CCA Drive System CVT Transmission Control Seven-Speed Hand Lever Maximum Forward Speed 5.5 mph Maximum Reverse Speed 2.5 mph Cutting Width 42 inches Deck Construction Stamped Steel Deck Material 13-Gauge Steel Number of Blades Two Blade Engagement Manual PTO Lever Deck-Lift Control Hand Lever Cutting-Height Range 1.5–4 inches Deck Positions Five Discharge Type Side Discharge Turning Radius 18 inches Front Tires 15 × 6-6 inches Rear Tires 20 × 8-8 inches Tire Tread Turf Saver Seat Type Low Back Headlights Standard Automatic Headlights Rear Tow Hitch Included Cup Holder Included Recommended Lawn Size Up to Approximately 1.5 Acres Residential Warranty Three-Year Limited These specifications are taken from Troy-Bilt’s current listing for model 13A877BSA23. 547cc Troy-Bilt Engine The 547cc single-cylinder engine is designed to provide reliable starting and sufficient power for routine residential mowing. Its electric starter allows the engine to be activated using the ignition key instead of a pull cord. A fully pressurized lubrication system circulates oil through critical engine components, while the replaceable oil filter helps remove contaminants. The dual-element air filter helps protect the engine from dust and grass debris during operation. Seven-Speed Shift On The Go™ Transmission The Pony 42 uses a continuously variable drive system with seven dashboard-selected speed positions. This gives the operator greater control over travel speed without relying on a conventional fixed-gear transmission. Lower settings are useful for: Turning around landscaping Mowing near trees and fences Navigating narrow sections Cutting taller or heavier grass Higher settings can be selected when mowing open, regularly maintained sections of the lawn. 42-Inch Twin-Blade Deck The 42-inch deck provides a useful balance between coverage and maneuverability. Its twin-blade design cuts a wider path than compact riding mowers, helping reduce the number of passes needed across medium-sized lawns. The stamped deck is manufactured from 13-gauge steel and uses a manual PTO lever for blade engagement. The standard side-discharge chute directs clippings away from the cutting path. Adjustable Cutting Height The deck can be adjusted to five positions between 1.5 and 4 inches. This allows the operator to select a shorter cut for regularly maintained grass or a higher setting during warm, dry or fast-growing conditions. The height-control lever is positioned on the fender for convenient access from the operator’s seat. Maneuverability and Comfort An 18-inch turning radius helps the mower navigate around garden beds, trees, borders and outdoor structures. The Step-Thru frame creates an open operator area with additional legroom, making entry and exit easier. The mower also includes: Adjustable low-back seat Grit-style footrests Standard headlights Cup holder Operator-presence safety system Rear towing hitch Recommended Applications The Troy-Bilt Pony 42 is suitable for: Residential lawns up to approximately 1.5 acres Medium-sized open grass areas Properties with trees and landscaping obstacles Routine weekly lawn maintenance Side-discharge mowing Mulching with an optional kit Grass and leaf collection with an optional bagger Light towing with approved lawn accessories What’s Included Troy-Bilt Pony 42 riding lawn mower 547cc Troy-Bilt gasoline engine 42-inch twin-blade cutting deck Seven-speed Shift On The Go™ transmission Side-discharge chute Starter battery Automatic headlights Rear towing hitch Ignition key Operator’s manual Standard manufacturer-supplied assembly hardware
The Troy-Bilt Pony 42 Riding Lawn Mower is a practical residential lawn tractor designed to make routine mowing faster and more comfortable. It combines a dependable 547cc Troy-Bilt single-cylinder engine with a wide 42-inch twin-blade cutting deck, making it suitable for lawns measuring up to approximately 1.5 acres.
Its seven-speed Shift On The Go™ continuously variable transmission allows the operator to select an appropriate travel speed using a clearly positioned dashboard lever. This makes it easier to slow down when working around trees, garden beds and landscape borders, then select a faster speed when mowing open sections of the yard.
The 42-inch stamped-steel deck uses two cutting blades to provide broad, even cutting coverage. Its standard side-discharge configuration directs clippings away from the mowing path, while an optional mulching kit can be installed to process grass into finer particles and return nutrients to the lawn. A compatible rear bagger is also available separately for collecting grass clippings and leaves.
The Pony 42 includes five cutting-height positions ranging from 1.5 to 4 inches, allowing the operator to adjust the deck for different grass conditions and preferred lawn finishes. An 18-inch turning radius provides useful maneuverability around common landscaping obstacles.
Its open Step-Thru™ frame provides additional legroom and makes getting on and off the mower easier. A low-back seat, grit-style footrests, cup holder and standard automatic headlights provide added convenience during regular mowing sessions.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Troy-Bilt |
| Product Series | Pony |
| Product Type | Gas Riding Lawn Mower |
| Manufacturer Model Number | 13A877BSA23 |
| Engine Brand | Troy-Bilt |
| Engine Model | 4X90H0 |
| Engine Displacement | 547cc |
| Engine Configuration | Single Cylinder |
| Starting System | Electric Key Start |
| Fuel Delivery | Carburetor |
| Choke System | Choke-a-Matic |
| Lubrication | Fully Pressurized |
| Oil Filter | Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 1.8 US qt / 1.70 L |
| Fuel-Tank Capacity | 1.36 US gal / 5.15 L |
| Charging System | 3-Amp Regulated |
| Battery | 12V Lead-Acid |
| Battery Rating | 150 CCA |
| Drive System | CVT |
| Transmission Control | Seven-Speed Hand Lever |
| Maximum Forward Speed | 5.5 mph |
| Maximum Reverse Speed | 2.5 mph |
| Cutting Width | 42 inches |
| Deck Construction | Stamped Steel |
| Deck Material | 13-Gauge Steel |
| Number of Blades | Two |
| Blade Engagement | Manual PTO Lever |
| Deck-Lift Control | Hand Lever |
| Cutting-Height Range | 1.5–4 inches |
| Deck Positions | Five |
| Discharge Type | Side Discharge |
| Turning Radius | 18 inches |
| Front Tires | 15 × 6-6 inches |
| Rear Tires | 20 × 8-8 inches |
| Tire Tread | Turf Saver |
| Seat Type | Low Back |
| Headlights | Standard Automatic Headlights |
| Rear Tow Hitch | Included |
| Cup Holder | Included |
| Recommended Lawn Size | Up to Approximately 1.5 Acres |
| Residential Warranty | Three-Year Limited |
These specifications are taken from Troy-Bilt’s current listing for model 13A877BSA23.
The 547cc single-cylinder engine is designed to provide reliable starting and sufficient power for routine residential mowing. Its electric starter allows the engine to be activated using the ignition key instead of a pull cord.
A fully pressurized lubrication system circulates oil through critical engine components, while the replaceable oil filter helps remove contaminants. The dual-element air filter helps protect the engine from dust and grass debris during operation.
The Pony 42 uses a continuously variable drive system with seven dashboard-selected speed positions. This gives the operator greater control over travel speed without relying on a conventional fixed-gear transmission.
Lower settings are useful for:
Higher settings can be selected when mowing open, regularly maintained sections of the lawn.
The 42-inch deck provides a useful balance between coverage and maneuverability. Its twin-blade design cuts a wider path than compact riding mowers, helping reduce the number of passes needed across medium-sized lawns.
The stamped deck is manufactured from 13-gauge steel and uses a manual PTO lever for blade engagement. The standard side-discharge chute directs clippings away from the cutting path.
The deck can be adjusted to five positions between 1.5 and 4 inches. This allows the operator to select a shorter cut for regularly maintained grass or a higher setting during warm, dry or fast-growing conditions.
The height-control lever is positioned on the fender for convenient access from the operator’s seat.
An 18-inch turning radius helps the mower navigate around garden beds, trees, borders and outdoor structures. The Step-Thru frame creates an open operator area with additional legroom, making entry and exit easier.
The mower also includes:
The Troy-Bilt Pony 42 is suitable for:
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