Comparison: Best Cub Cadet Mower Blades 42 Inch (Updated | Oct 14th)
When maintaining a Cub Cadet 42-inch riding mower, choosing the right blades is essential for achieving a healthy, well-groomed lawn. This comparison explores top-performing options designed to balance durability, cut quality, and compatibility with Cub Cadet models. Factors like material, edge type, and intended use (e.g., mulching, bagging, or high-lift cutting) are considered to help you make an informed decision that enhances mowing efficiency without compromising performance. Whether replacing worn blades or upgrading for better results, this guide highlights key features to prioritize for your specific needs.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for best overall:
UDC Parts 942-04308 Lawn Mower Blades 6 Point Star for Cub Cadet 42 inch 942-04308A 942-04308-X Craftsman T110 942-04312 XT1 LT42 LTX1040 MTD Troy Bilt Pony Bronco/High Lift Mulching / 2 Pack -
Best for best budget:
budrash 742-04308 Mower Blades Fit for Cub-Cadet Troy Bilt 42" Deck -
Best for 3-in-1 mulching:
Grasscool 942-0616A 42 Inch Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt Bronco 42" Deck Lawm Mower Replace 742-0616A 742-0616 942-0616 742-04126 6 Point Star (2 Pack) -
Best for premium replacement:
UDC Parts 942-0616A Mower Blades 6 Point Star for Cub Cadet 42 Inch XT1 LT42 XT2 RZT42 Craftsman T110 Z6000 T210 Troy Bilt Pony Bronco MTD 742-0616A 742-0616 Huskee LT4200/Gator Mulching Blades 2 Pack -
Best for commercial quality:
Maxpower 561532XB 2 Blade Commercial Mulching Set for 42" Cut MTD -
Best for oem fit:
CUB CADET 742P05177A-X Xtreme 21.23" Blade S-Shaped Enduro XT1 XT2 42" Decks 2-Pack -
Best for high lift:
42" Deck Replacement High Lift Blades for 942-04308 942-04308A 742-04308 742-04312 942-04312- Compatible with Cub Cadet XT1-LT42 XT2-LX42 Riding Mower Craftsman LT1500 Troy Bilt Bronco 42 – 2 Pack -
Best for mulching blade:
742P05177A-X Mulching Mower Blades Set for Cub Cadet Craftsman MTD Troy Bilt 42" Zero-Turn Mower -
Best for high-lift bagging:
742-05177 Ultra High-Lift Bagging Blades Set for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt 42" Zero-Turn Mower -
Best for universal fit:
Grasscool 942-04308-X 942-04308 Mulching Blades for Troy Bilt Pony Bronco Cub Cadet 42 inch Deck Riding Tractor Zero Turn Mower XT1 ZT1 42 Lawn Mower (6 Point Star)
Product Comparison: Best Cub Cadet Mower Blades 42 Inch
Best overall
UDC Parts 942-04308 Lawn Mower Blades 6 Point Star for Cub Cadet 42 inch 942-04308A 942-04308-X Craftsman T110 942-04312 XT1 LT42 LTX1040 MTD Troy Bilt Pony Bronco/High Lift Mulching / 2 Pack
UDC Parts
- Replaces OEM Part: 942-04308, 942-04308A, 942-04312, 942-04308-X, 942-04312A, 742-04308, 742-04308A, 742-04312, 742-04312A, 942-0656, 742-0656, 490-110-C108, 490-110-C109, 490-110-M108, CMXGZAM110108, OCC-742-04312, OEM-742-04308
- Dimensions: Length 21-1/4", Width 2-1/2", Thickness 0.157", Center Hole 6 point star, Side Hole 3/8", Center to Center Outside Hole 3", Air Lift 1-7/64", Cutting Edge Length 6-57/64", Compatible Deck Size 42". The length of the blade is measured diagonally from one end to the other
- 6-Point Star Fitment – Works with decks that use a 6-Point Star center hole. Does not fit S-shape center hole decks. Please confirm the complete model number to ensure a proper fit. For a more detailed list of compatible models, check the description below
- Compatible with: 942-04308 Cub Cadet 42 inch Mower Blades 6 Point Star LTX 1040 (13AX90AS009, 13AX90AS010, 13AX90AS056, 13AX90AS210, 13AX90AS209, 13AX90AS256, 13WX90AS009, 13RX90AS056, 13RX90AS256, 13WX90AS010, 13WX90AS056), XT1-LT42 (13A6A9CS010, 13A6A9CS056, 13A6A9CS210, 13A8A9CS056, 13WVA1CS210, 13WVA1CS010, 13WVA1CS009, 13W8A1CS010, 13AVA1CS256, 13AVA1CS056, 13AVA1CS009, 13A8A1CS056)
- Compatible with: 942-04308 Cub Cadet 42 inch Mower Blades 6 Point Star RZT-42 (17YF2ACS010, 17WF2ACS056, 17WF2ACS010, 17WF2ACS009, 17AF2ACS010), RZT-L42 (17WFCACS009, 17BRCACS009, 17ARCACS056, 17ARCACS010, 17ARCACS009, 17AFCACS010, 17AFCACS009, 17WFCACS010), XT2-LX42 (13AJA1CS010, 13AGA1CS010, 13WGA1CS010), ZT1-42 KH (17RREACS010, 17AREACS010)
- Compatible with: 942-04308 Troy Bilt 42 inch Mower Blades 6 Point Star Pony 42X (13A877BS066, 13A877BS266), Pony 42T (13A277BS066, 13BB77BS066), Pony 42K (13AO77BS266, 13AO77BS066), Pony 42B (13AM77BS066, 13AN77BS309, 13AN77BS066), Pony 42 (13AN77BS023, 13AB77BS223, 13AB77BS023, 13AM77BSB23, 13AM77BSA23, 13AM77BS223, 13AM77BS023, 13AN77BS223), Bronco 42" 13AN78BSA66 (42B), 13A878BS066 (42X), 13AL78BS223, 13AL78BS023, 13AK78BS211, 13AK78BS011, 13AL78BSA23
- Compatible with: 942-04308A Craftsman 42 inch Mower Blades 6 Point Star T105, T107, T110, T130, T210, T1000, T1100, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T2100, T3000, T7800, T8000, LT1500, LT2000, Z510, Z6000, ZS6500, PYT9000, ZTL7000; Murray 42 inch Mower Blades M155-42 (13AM775S058), M1642 (13AM77LA058), M175-42 (13BN77SS058, 13AN77SS058), M195-42, MZ210-42 (RZT-42), MZ2142 (17AC2ACS058)
- Compatible with: 942-04308A 42 inch Mower Blades 6 Point Star MTD 13AL795S004, 13AJ795S004, 13AJ771S004; White Outdoor LT-2000 (13WX78TS090, 13AX78TS090); Yard Machine 13AN775S345, 13BB775S345, 13AB775S345, 13B877SS345, 13B8775S345, 13A8775S345), 13A2775S000, 13AJ775S000, 13AB775S000, 13A2775S029, 13BB77SS345, 13AN77SS000, 13AM77SSA00, 13C2775S000; Huskee LT4200 (13WN77SS231, 13W2771S231, 13W277SS231, 13W2775S031, 13AN77SS031, 13WN77SS031, 13W277SS031, 13W2771S031, 13AN77SS231, 13W2775S231)
Best budget
budrash 742-04308 Mower Blades Fit for Cub-Cadet Troy Bilt 42" Deck, 942-04308A Blades for Cub Cad et XT1-LT42 XT2-LX42 Riding Mower, Craftsman LT1500 42" Lawn Tractor, 2 Pack
budrash
- 【 Compatibility Check】Even for the same brand and deck size, blades vary by model/year. Please verify your exact mower model and spindle type to ensure fit. Please double-check part number, hole shape and blade dimensions of your old blade before placing an order
- 【Compatible with】The lawn mower blades are compatible with ① Cub Cad et XT1-LT42, XT2-LX42, RZT-42, RZT-L42, ② Craftsman PYT9000, LT1500, T110, T1200, ③ Troy-Bilt Bronco 42, Super Bronco 42, Pony 42, TB42, etc 42" cut lawn tractors. For more models, please refer to the product description
- 【Replace Part Numbers】For ① MTD/Troy Bilt/Cub Cad et: 942-04308, 942-04308A, 942-0616, 942-0616A, 942-0656, 942-04312, 742-04308, 742-04308A, 742-0616, 742-0616A, 742-0656, 742-04312, 490-110-M108. ② Toro 112-0315
- 【Durable】The cutting blades with 6 point star center holes are made of heavy duty metal. Please make sure your spindle hubs are 6-point star pattern in case of wrong purchase
- 【Package Includes】2 lawnmower blades (already sharpened). With 21-1/4" in length, 2.45" in width, 0.157" in thickness
3-in-1 mulching
Grasscool 942-0616A 42 Inch Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt Bronco 42" Deck Lawm Mower Replace 742-0616A 742-0616 942-0616 742-04126 6 Point Star (2 Pack)
Grasscool
- Fits For Cub Cadet 42 Inch Mower Blades Models XT1 LT42 XT2 LX42, Replace MPN 742-04126, 742-0616, 742-0616A, 942-04126, 942-0616A, 742-0499, 742-0499A, 942-0499A and 50-3945, 50-3950; Craftsman CMXGZAM110115.
- AVOID MISTAKES: The blade is NOT suitable for 742-05177 S-shape center CubCadet models XT1 XT2 LT42 LX42, and others. This 942-0616A blade is ONLY compatible with a 6-Point Star(5/8") spindle. Please check that your center hole pattern matches before purchasing to avoid installation issues.
- BLADE SPECIFICATION: Length: 21-3/16"(538mm), Width: 2-11/16"(69mm), Thickness: 5/32"(4mm), Center Hole Shape: 6 Point Star(5/8"), For Deck Size: 42", Lift: 1-1/2"(38mm), Mower Blade Type: Mulching Blade.
- 3-IN-1 BLADE: Serves 3 purposes (mulching, bagging, and side discharging) at the same time. Featuring numerous curves that cuts and re-cuts grass to smaller pieces, and recycles them back into the soil as nutrients to promote healthy lawn growth. Additionally, its high-lift increases the bagging capacity by 50%.
- LOWER CLOGGING RISK: Strong airflow and finely shredded grass can reduce clogging around the blade and improve mowing efficiency.
- ENSURE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE: we conduct a series of rigorous tests, including the Rockwell Hardness Test, V-bend Test, Blade Chip Test, Balance Test, Performance Test, and Field Test.
- NOTICE: The cutting edges are painted to prevent rust and protect your hands during installation. The paint will wear off as you mow the grass.
Premium replacement
UDC Parts 942-0616A Mower Blades 6 Point Star for Cub Cadet 42 Inch XT1 LT42 XT2 RZT42 Craftsman T110 Z6000 T210 Troy Bilt Pony Bronco MTD 742-0616A 742-0616 Huskee LT4200/Gator Mulching Blades 2 Pack
UDC Parts
- Dimensions: Length 21-3/16", Width 3", Thickness 0.156", Center Hole 6 point star, Side Hole 5/16", Center to Center Outside Hole 2-1/2", Air Lift 1-7/64", Cutting Edge Length 5-7/16", Compatible Deck Size 42". The length of the blade is measured diagonally from one end to the other
- Replaces OEM Part: MTD, Troy Bilt, Cub Cadet 942-0616A, 742-0616, 742-0616A, 942-0616, 742-04126, 7420616, 942-04126, GW-7420616, 742-04126-X, 742-04308-X, 742-04360, 742-04410, 742-0616-X, 742-0616A-X, 942-04126-X, 942-04308-X, 942-04312-X, 942-04360, 942-04360-0684, 942-04410, 942-04410-0684, 942-0616-X, 942-0616A-X
- 6-Point Star Fitment – Works with decks that use a 6-Point Star center hole. Does not fit S-shape center hole decks.
- When installing a new Blade, or Cutter, you may notice that the cutting edge has been pre-sharpened but then painted over. This paint is a safety measure to protect the installer from injury during installation. This paint will come off quickly during initial operation and should not be otherwise removed
- 942-0616A Cub Cadet 42 Inch Mower Blades 6-Point Star Compatible with XT1 LT42 C, LT42 EFI, LT42 KH and XT2 LX42 EFI, LX42 KH and LX42 KW, RZT42, RZT-L42 KH, RZT-L 42, RZTS 42 and RZT-SX 42 KH
- 942-0616A Craftsman 42 Inch Mower Blades 6-Point Star Compatible with PYT9000, T1100, T7800, T1000, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T2100, T8000, T105, T110, T130, T210, T2100, T3000, Z6000, ZTL7000, LT1500
- 742-0616A Troy Bilt 42 Inch Mower Blades 6-Point Star Compatible with Super Bronco 42 Hydro, TB42, Pony 42X, Pony 42T, Pony 42, Bronco 42 Auto, TB1942, Pony, Bronco, TB42 Hydro, TB2142, Colt XP, Mustang XP 42, Range Rider, RZT 42, 13CX609G063, 13AX609G063, 13AQ609G063, 13AV60KG011, 13AO77TG766, 13BX60TG766, 13AT609G766, 13AN77KG011, 13AN77TG766
- 742-0616 42 Inch Mower Blades 6-Point Star Compatible with Huskee LT 4200, White Outdoor LT-135, LT-2000,LT-15, LT-155,FST-16, LT-16, LT-17, LT-165, LT-175, LT-1500, LT-1500, LT-1650, LT-1855, LT-1855H, LT-542G, LT-542H, LT-942G, ZT-42, ZT-4200, ZTT-1850; Murray M155-42, M15542, M175-42, M1642, MZ2142, RZT-42, MZ210-42, M195-42
Commercial quality
Maxpower 561532XB 2 Blade Commercial Mulching Set for 42" Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt Mowers, Replaces OEM no. 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126
Maxpower
- Includes 2 commercial mulching blades for 42 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman mowers
- Replaces OEM #'s 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126, 742-04126, 942-04126-x, 942-04308-x, 942-0616-x, 942-0616A, Windsor 51-4440
- Each blade measures 21-3/16 in. L and 3 in. W
- 6 point star center hole
- Manufactured to meet or exceed all OEM specifications
- All MaxPower blades are sharpened during the manufacturing process and then powder coated for your protection. This coating will come off during the first cut to reveal a precision sharpened blade.
OEM fit
CUB CADET 742P05177A-X Xtreme 21.23" Blade S-Shaped Enduro XT1 XT2 42" Decks 2-Pack
CUB CADET
- CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 742P05177A-X, Replaces: 742-05177A-X
- Fits CUB CADET: Enduro: XT1-LT42 KH, XT1-LT42E Lithium Ion, XT2-LX42 KW FAB, Lawn Tractors; Ultima: ZT1-42 KH, ZT1-42E, Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers
- Fits CUB CADET: 19A30046100 42" Mulch Kit, 19A30054100 42" FAB Mulch Kit
High lift
42" Deck Replacement High Lift Blades for 942-04308 942-04308A 742-04308 742-04312 942-04312- Compatible with Cub Cadet XT1-LT42 XT2-LX42 Riding Mower Craftsman LT1500 Troy Bilt Bronco 42 – 2 Pack
ZALANA
- Blade Dimensions —— Blade Length: 21-1/4 inches, Width: 2-1/2 inches, Thickness: 0.157 inches, Center Hole: 6-Point Star. Package Includes: 2 x 942-04308 Blades
- Replace Part Numbers —— The high lift blades replaces Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt: 942-04308, 942-04308A, 742-04308, 742-04308A, 742-04312, 942-04312, 742-0656, 942-0656, 490-110-M108, OCC-742-04312; Toro: 112-0315
- Compatibility —— Cub Cadet: XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42C, XT2-LX42, LTX1040, LTX1042, RZT-42, RZT-L42, RZT-S42, RZT-SX42, ZT1-42; MTD: CLT42G, CYT4220, T1000, T1100, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T2100, LT-135, LT1500, LT2000, LT4200, LT4216, LT542H, YT4220, YT4218, ZT42, Z510, Z6000, ZS6500, ZT-L42, ZT-S42, ZTL7000
- Compatibility —— Troy Bilt: Super Bronco 42 Hydro, TB42, Pony 42X, Pony 42T, Pony 42, Bronco 42 Auto, TB1942, Pony, Bronco, TB42 Hydro, TB2142, Colt XP, Mustang XP 42, Range Rider, RZT 42, Mustang Z42, Mustang 42 Lawn Mower
- Premium Quality —— The 942-04308 lawn mower blades are made of high quality steel, heat-treated for strength and resistance, which extended longevity of the blade. The sharp blade allows you to cut effortlessly and consistently.
Mulching blade
742P05177A-X Mulching Mower Blades Set for Cub Cadet Craftsman MTD Troy Bilt 42" Zero-Turn Mower, Replaces 742-05177A-X, Compatible with Enduro XT1-LT42 XT2-LX42 Ultima ZT1-42 ZT1-42E ZTS1-42 (2 PACK)
BCQNXX
- 【Replace Part Number】The Xtreme Blades Replaces: Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt: 742P05177A-X, 742-05177A-X, 490-110-C202, 490-110-Y202; Craftsman: CMXGZAM110202. Please check your original part number before purchasing.
- 【Package Includes】2 X Mulching Blades. Length: 21-1/4"; Width: 2-9/16"; Thickness: 0.135 "; Center Hole: 7/8"; 42" Mower Decks. DIAMOND HOLE BLADE PATTERN ASLO COMPATIBE WITH S-PATTERN BLADE SPINDLES.
- 【High Quality】 This blade is made of high-quality steel, which is more resistant. Warm Tips: It is secured under the deck to cut the grass, over time the blade may become dull or damaged causing irregular cutting patterns. Inspect your blades periodically and replace them as needed to maintain a clean cut lawn.
- 【Fits Models】Cub Cadet: Enduro XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42E, XT2-LX42 FAB Lawn Tractors; Ultima ZT1-42, ZT1-42E, ZTS1-42 Zero Turn Rider with 42-Inch Decks
- 【Fits Models】Troy Bilt: Mustang Z42; Craftsman: T2200, Z5200 with 42-Inch Decks
High-lift bagging
742-05177 Ultra High-Lift Bagging Blades Set for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt 42" Zero-Turn Mower, Replaces 742P05177, Compatible with Enduro XT1-LT42 XT2-LX42 Ultima ZT1-42 ZT1-42E ZTS1-42 (2 Pack)
BCQNXX
- 【Replace Part Number】The High-Lift Bagging Blades Replaces: Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt: 742-05177, 742P05177, 490-110-C191, 742P05528, 742-05528; Craftsman: CMXGZAM110191. Please check your original part number before purchasing.
- 【Package Includes】2 X High Lift Blades. Length: 21-1/4"; Width: 2-3/4"; Thickness: 0.135 "; Center Hole: 7/8"; 42" Mower Decks. DIAMOND HOLE BLADE PATTERN ASLO COMPATIBE WITH S-PATTERN BLADE SPINDLES.
- 【High Quality】 This blade is made of high-quality steel, which is more resistant. Warm Tips: It is secured under the deck to cut the grass, over time the blade may become dull or damaged causing irregular cutting patterns. Inspect your blades periodically and replace them as needed to maintain a clean cut lawn.
- 【Fits Models】Cub Cadet: Enduro XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42B, XT2-LX42 Lawn Tractors
- 【Fits Models】 Craftsman: Craftsman T2200 (CMXGRAM211301), T2200K (CM13APA9ZSA93) with 42-Inch Decks
Universal fit
Grasscool 942-04308-X 942-04308 Mulching Blades for Troy Bilt Pony Bronco Cub Cadet 42 inch Deck Riding Tractor Zero Turn Mower XT1 ZT1 42 Lawn Mower (6 Point Star)
Grasscool
- 942-04308-X 942-04308 Mulching Blades Replace MPN 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126, 742-04126, 942-04126-x, 942-0616-x, 942-0616A, Windsor 51-4440，942-04308-X, MTD 942-04308-X, Troy Bilt 942-04308-X.
- 942-04308-X 942-04308 Mulching Blades For Cub Cade 42 Inch Riding Tractor Zero Turn Mower, model # LTX1040, LTX1042KW, RZT-L42, RZT-L42 KH, RZT-S42, RZT-S42 KH, RZT-SX 42, RZT-SX 42 KH, XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42C, XT1-LT42 KH, XT2-LX42, XT2-LX42 KH, XT2-LX42 KW, ZT1-42 KH
- 942-04308-X 942-04308 Mulching Blades For Troy Bilt TB42, TB42 7-Speed, TB42 Hydro, Pony 42X, Horse 42 Hydro, Super Bronco 42 Hydro, Bronco 42 Auto, TB1942, TB2142, Mustang Z42, Mustang 42, Mustang XP 42 with 42-Inch Riding Tractor Zero Turn Mower
- AVOID MISTAKES: The blade is NOT suitable for 742-05177 S-shape center CubCadet models XT1 XT2 LT42 LX42, and others. This 942-04308 blade is ONLY compatible with a 6-Point Star(5/8") spindle. Please check that your center hole pattern matches before purchasing to avoid installation issues.
- BLADE SPECIFICATION: Length: 21-1/4"(540mm), Width: 2-3/8"(60mm), Thickness: 5/32"(4mm), Center Hole Shape: 6 Point Star(5/8"), For Deck Size: 42", Lift: 1-1/8"(28mm), Mower Blade Type: Toothed Mulching Blade.
- FIT TOUGH MOWING TASKS: The blade is very suitable for cutting overgrown weeds or clearing rugged terrain. You can sharpen the blade if you want to maintain a neat, even cut for normal lawns. The cutting edges are painted to prevent rust and protect your hands during installation. The paint will wear off as you mow the grass.
- TOOTHED 3-IN-1 BLADE: Serves 3 purposes (mulching, bagging, and side discharging) at the same time. The curved toothed design provides a better mulching experience, ideal for mowing overgrown grass and its high-lift increases the bagging capacity by 50%.
- LOWER CLOGGING RISK: Strong airflow and finely shredded grass can reduce clogging around the blade and improve mowing efficiency.
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Buying Guide
FAQs
Which blade is designed for mulching?
Grasscool 942-0616A is designed for mulching with Cub Cadet 42 inch decks.
Are there high-lift options for bagging?
742-05177 Ultra High-Lift Bagging Blades are optimized for bagging performance.
Which blade fits XT1 LT42 models?
UDC Parts 942-0616A is compatible with Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 42 inch decks.
What blade has a 6-point star design?
UDC Parts 942-04308 and 942-0616A feature a 6-point star design.
Is there a commercial-grade mulching set?
Maxpower 561532XB is a commercial mulching blade set for 42 inch decks.
Which blade suits Xtreme Enduro decks?
CUB CADET 742P05177A-X is designed for Xtreme 42 inch decks.
Are replacement blades available for 942-04308?
42"Deck Replacement High Lift Blades are compatible with 942-04308 variants.
