Comparison: Best Cub Cadet Zt2 50 Mulching Blades (Updated | Oct 14th)
When maintaining your Cub Cadet ZT2 50 zero-turn mower, choosing the right mulching blade is essential for achieving a healthy, manicured lawn. This guide compares top-performing blades designed for durability, cutting efficiency, and mulching performance. Whether you prioritize sharpness, longevity, or precision, we’ll help you navigate key features, materials, and user feedback to find a blade that enhances your mowing experience without compromising quality. Discover balanced insights to make an informed decision tailored to your lawn care needs.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for best overall:
CUB CADET 742P05094-X 17.271" Xtreme Blade S-Shaped Hole 3PACK Enduro XT1-LT50 Ultima ZT1-50 ZT2-50 -
Best for best value:
Caltric 50" Deck Mulching Blades Compatible with Cub Cadet ZTS1-50 ZTS2-50 XT1-LT50 / XT1 LT50 XT1-LT50 XT2-SLX50 / ZT1-50 ZT2-50 Ultima ZT1 ZT2 490-110-C204 742-05094-X 742P05094-X 742-05094 -
Best for oem quality:
CUB CADET 490-110-M178 50" Xtreme Mulch Blade Set Zero-Turn ZT2 Ultima SX S50 RZT LX KW -
Best for precision cutting:
MAXPRO 3 Packs Mower Mulching Blade Compatible with Enduro XT1-LT50 Ultima ZT1-50 ZT2-50 50 Inch Deck Replaces Cub Cadet 742-05094 742P05094 (CMXGZAM110193) -
Best for budget pick:
Lawn Mower Blades for 942-05067 742-05067 942-05052 Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet 50 inch Deck XT1 RZT ZT1 ZT2 XT2 LT50 GT50 KH for Troy-Bilt Super Bronco 50 XP Mustang XP 50 19A30016 Mulch Kit 3 Pack -
Best for multi-compatible:
SCBHWJ 742-04053-X Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet 50 Inch 942-04053C RZT 50 LTX 1050 LT1050 Troy Bilt Mustang XP MTD 942-04053A 742-04053A 742-04053 942-04053 742-04053C -
Best for commercial grade:
MaxPower 561545XB 3-Blade Commercial Mulching Set for Many 50" Cut MTD -
Best for premium kit:
CUB CADET 19A30041OEM 50" Xtreme Mulch Kit Star Blade RZT XT1 XT2 L46 LT50 GT50 S50 LX50 L50 -
Best for diamond hole:
8TEN LawnRAZOR Blade for Cub Cadet MTD XT1-LT50 ZT2 50 50-Inch Deck 742P05094 742-05094 490-110-C193 Mulching 3 Pack -
Best for affordable option:
Grasscool ZT1 50 Blades for Cub Cadet 942-05052A Ultima ZT1 ZT2 Enduro XT1 XT2 LT50 50 inch Deck Lawn Mower Replace 742-05052A 942-05052(High-Lift)
Product Comparison: Best Cub Cadet Zt2 50 Mulching Blades
Best overall
CUB CADET 742P05094-X 17.271" Xtreme Blade S-Shaped Hole 3PACK Enduro XT1-LT50 Ultima ZT1-50 ZT2-50
CUB CADET
- CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 742P05094-X, Replaces: 742-05094-X
- Fits CUB CADET: Enduro: XT1-LT50
- Fits CUB CADET: Ultima: ZT1-50, ZT2-50
- Fits CUB CADET: 19A30050100 50" FAB Mulch Kit Xtreme S
- Single Blade. S Shaped center hole does NOT fit 6-Point Star Spindles
Best value
Caltric 50" Deck Mulching Blades Compatible with Cub Cadet ZTS1-50 ZTS2-50 XT1-LT50 / XT1 LT50 XT1-LT50 XT2-SLX50 / ZT1-50 ZT2-50 Ultima ZT1 ZT2 490-110-C204 742-05094-X 742P05094-X 742-05094
Caltric
- Order Includes: 3 x Toothed Mulching Blade
- Part Numbers: 490-110-C204, 742-05094-X, 742P05094-X
- Dimensions: Length : 17.37 in – 441.5 mm , Width : 2.38 in – 60.5 mm , Thickness : 0.35 in – 9.0 mm , Hole Diameter : 1.58 in – 40.2 mm , Type: Gator Toothed Mulching , S Shape Center Hole , Powder Coated
- Item Weight: 4 lb 14 oz
- We strongly suggest comparing the posted picture to the unit(s) that needs to be replaced.
OEM quality
CUB CADET 490-110-M178 50" Xtreme Mulch Blade Set Zero-Turn ZT2 Ultima SX S50 RZT LX KW
CUB CADET
- OEM CUB CADET Part Number 490-110-M178
- Compatible with Cub Cadet Tractors, Zero Turns
- Fits Cub Cadet Models: RZT-SX50 EFI FAB, RZT-S50, ZT2-50 Fab, ZT1-50 Fab, XT2-LX50, XT1-ST54 Fab, XT1-LT50, XT1-LT50 Fab, XT1-GT50, RZT-SX50 Fab, RZT-LX50 Fab, RZT-L50, RZT-L34
- Please Refer to Original Equipment Owners Manual to verify Compatibility
Precision cutting
MAXPRO 3 Packs Mower Mulching Blade Compatible with Enduro XT1-LT50 Ultima ZT1-50 ZT2-50 50 Inch Deck Replaces Cub Cadet 742-05094 742P05094 (CMXGZAM110193)
MAXPRO
- Replaces OE Number:For Cub Cadet 742P05094, 742-05094
- Precision Cutting Performance: Maxpro carbon steel made mulching blades are renowned for precision cutting performance. Designed to optimize efficiency, this lawn mower blade ensures a uniform and neat cut on every occasion.
- Maxpro Lawn Mower Blade Parameter:Length: 17-1/4", Width: 3-3/5", Thickness: .158", Center Hole: Diamond-Shape. For Deck Size: 50".
- Wide Compatibility:Compatible with Cub Cadet Enduro XT1-LT50, Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1-50, ZT2-50
- Compatible with:Craftsman Riding Mowers & Zero-Turn Mowers with 50 in. Cutting Decks.
- Ultra Premium High Quality Mulching Blade: Meticulously forged from premium material,which ensures longevity,durability and endurance even in the toughest conditions. With this mower blade, you can effortlessly weed out in your lawn.
Budget pick
Lawn Mower Blades for 942-05067 742-05067 942-05052 Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet 50 inch Deck XT1 RZT ZT1 ZT2 XT2 LT50 GT50 KH for Troy-Bilt Super Bronco 50 XP Mustang XP 50 19A30016 Mulch Kit 3 Pack
Autsurles
- 【Replace for Part Numbers】50“ Blades for Cub Cadet 942-05067, 742-05067, 942-05052, 742-05052, 942-05052-X, 742-05052-X, 742P05052-X. for Cub Cadet 19A30016 50" Mulch Kit
- 【Compatible Models】942-05067 Mower Blades fits for Cub Cadet XT1/RZT/ZT1/ZT2, XT1-LT50, XT1-GT50, XT1-GT50 KH, RZT-S50, XT2-LX50, RZT-L34, XT1-GT50 KH, RZT-S50 KH, ZT2-50 KW FAB, ZT1-50 KW FAB, XT2-ST54 FAB, XT1-LT50 KH FAB, XT1-LT50 KH, RZT-SX50 KH FAB, RZT-SX50 EFI FAB, RZT-LX50 KW FAB, RZT-L50 KH.
- 【Compatible Models】The 742-05067 50" Mower Blades fits Troy-Bilt Mustang 50 XP, Mustang Fit 34, Mustang XP 50, Mustang XP 50 FAB, Mustang Z50, Super Bronco 50, Super Bronco 50 Hydro, Super Bronco 50XP, Super Bronco 50XP Hydro, TB2350; for Craftsman G8200, G8300, T260, Z550, ZS6700
- 【Blade Specs】Length: 17 1/5 inches, Width: 2 3/8 inches, Thickness: 0.15 inches, Center Hole: 6 Point Star, For Deck Size: 50 inches 2 PCS Set, Mulching Blades.
- 【Notice】The tractor blades are made of heavy-duty metal. Please read the compatibility carefully in case of wrong purchase. Each of our blades undergoes strict quality inspection before leaving the factory. Let us know if you encounter problems during purchase and use, and we will provide satisfactory service!
Multi-compatible
SCBHWJ 742-04053-X Mulching Blades for Cub Cadet 50 Inch 942-04053C RZT 50 LTX 1050 LT1050 Troy Bilt Mustang XP MTD 942-04053A 742-04053A 742-04053 942-04053 742-04053C, 3 Pack
SCBHWJ
- 🛒【Replaces OEM Part Numbers】: 942-04053C, 742-04053, 742-04053A, 742-04053B, 742-04053C, 942-04053, 942-04053A, 942-04053B, 742-04053-X, 742-04053B-X, 742-04053A-X, 742-04053A-0637, 742-04053-0637, 742-05043, 942-04053-X, 942-04053B-X, 742-04053C-0637, 742-04053C-X, 742-04123, 942-04053C-X, 942-04123, 742-04384, 942-04384, 942-04384-0684, OEM-742-04053, OCC-742-04053, 490-110-C139, 490-110-C123, 490-110-M126, 490-110-M077.
- 🛒【Specification】: Length 17 13/16", Width 2 1/2", 6-Point Star Center Hole, Thickness 0.140", Center Hole 6 point star, Air Lift 1-1/16", Cutting Edge Length 5 23/64", Compatible Deck Size 50".
- 🛒【Compatible with】: Cub C adet 50 Inch: RZT-50 (17RI2ACP256, 17WI2ACP056, 17AA5B7P710, 17AA5B7P756, 17AA5D7P709, 17AA5D7P710, 17AA5D7P756, 17AF2ACP010, 17AI2ACP009, 17AI2ACP010, 17AI2ACP056, 17AI2ACP256, 17AI2ACP709, 17AI2ACP710, 17AI2ACP756, 17BA5A7P709, 17BA5A7P710, 17BA5A7P712, 17RI2ACP056, 17WF2ACP009, 17WF2ACP010, 17WI2ACP010); RZT-50 VT (17WK2ACP009, 17VK2ACP010, 17VK2ACP009, 17BK2ACP010, 17BK2ACP009, 17WK2ACP010); RZT-50 KW (17YI2ACP010, 17AI2ACP056, 17YI2ACP056); RZT-50 KH;
- 🛒【Compatible with】:T roy Bilt 50 Inch: RZT 50 (17AA5ABP766); Mustang RZT 50 (17AF2ACP711, 17AF2ACP011, 17AF2ACP211, 17AF2ACP766, 17AF2ACP066); Mustang XP (17WF2ACP211, 17WF2ACP066, 17WF2ACP011, 17BF2ACP211, 17BF2ACP066, 17BF2ACP011); Mustang XP 50 (17WFCACP011, 17ARCACP211, 17ARCACP011, 17AFCACP211, 17AFCACP011, 17AF2ACP066); Horse (Only for 13AP61KP011, 13AP60TP766); Big Red Horse (Only for 14AA80TP711, 14AA80TP766); Big Red (Only for 14AP80TP766); Super Bronco (13WQ93KP011); TB 2450;
- 🛒【After-Sales Service】: Professional manufacturing and strict quality control make us confident in our Products, Our replacement parts are built to meet or exceed OEM standards; If you have any quality or installation issues, please feel free to contact us at any time.
Commercial grade
MaxPower 561545XB 3-Blade Commercial Mulching Set for Many 50" Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Replaces OEM no. 742-04053, 942-04053,Black
Maxpower
- Includes 3 commercial mulching blades for many 50 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt mowers
- Replace OEM #'s 742-04053, 742-04053A, 942-04053X, 942-04053A, 942-04053B, 942-04053C, 742-04053X, 742-04384, 942-04384
- Each blade measures 17.9 in. L and 2-1/2 in. W
- 6 point star center hole
- Please verify your blade OEM number as this does not fit ALL 50" Cub Cadet models, only the ones that use the OEM numbers referenced above.
- This set DOES NOT replace OEM number 942-05052. Please refer to our 561558B blade set if you are looking for this replacement.
- 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.
Premium kit
CUB CADET 19A30041OEM 50" Xtreme Mulch Kit Star Blade RZT XT1 XT2 L46 LT50 GT50 S50 LX50 L50
CUB CADET
- OEM CUB CADET Part Number 19A30041OEM Replaces 19A30016OEM 19A30016799
- Fits Models: XT1-LT50, XT1-GT50, RZT-S50, XT2-LX50, RZT-L46 FAB, XT2-SLX50, XT2-SLX50 EFI, ZT2-50 Fab, ZT1-50 Fab, XT2-SLX50 EFI FAB, XT2-GX50 Fab, XT1-LT50 Fab (2015-)
- Fits Models: RZT-SX50 Fab, RZT-SX50 EFI FAB, RZT-LX50 Fab, RZT-L50 (2015-)
- Includes three Xtreme mulching blades, baffle and mounting hardware
- For Xtreme mulching performance. The unique blades help chop grass clippings finer than with standard blades.
Diamond hole
8TEN LawnRAZOR Blade for Cub Cadet MTD XT1-LT50 ZT2 50 50-Inch Deck 742P05094 742-05094 490-110-C193 Mulching 3 Pack
8TEN
- Compatible with OEM Numberss Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt 742P05094, 742-05094, 490-110-C193, 490-110-Y193; Craftsman CMXGZAM110193
- Compatible with Cub Cadet XT1-LT50, ZT2-50, ZT1-50, ZTS1-50, ZTS2-50 with 50-Inch Decks
- Compatible with Troy Bilt Super Bronco 50 XP, Super Bronco 50K XP, Mustang Z50; Craftsman Z5600, Z5650, E225 with 50-Inch Decks
- Diamond Hole Blade Pattern compatible with S-Pattern Blade Spindles.
- Blade Length (IN) 17 1/4 Inch; Blade Width (IN) 3 3/8; Blade Center Hole (IN) Diamond 7/8; Blade Type Ultra High Lift
Affordable option
Grasscool ZT1 50 Blades for Cub Cadet 942-05052A Ultima ZT1 ZT2 Enduro XT1 XT2 LT50 50 inch Deck Lawn Mower Replace 742-05052A 942-05052(High-Lift)
Grasscool
- Mower Blades Replace number Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt 742-05052A 942-05052A 742-05052 942-05052
- Mower Blade Compatible with Cub Cadet ZT1 and ZT2 Ultima Series 50 inch Deck Lawn Mower
- Mower Blade Compatible with Cub Cadet XT1 and XT2 Enduro Series GT50, GT50 KH, LT50, LT50 KH, LX50, XT1-GT50 KH, XT1-GT50, XT1-LT50 KH, XT1-LT50, XT2-LX50, ZT1-50 KW, ZT2-50 KW
- Mower Blade Compatible with Cub Cadet L50 KH, LX 50 KW, S50, S50 KH, SX 50 EFI
- Mower Blade Compatible with Troy-Bilt Super Bronco 50, Super Bronco 50 XP, Mustang XP 50, TB2350;Craftsman G8200, G8300, ZS6700, Z550, T260
- Mower Blade Compatible with Riding Mowers and RZT Mowers with a 50-inch Cutting Deck
- High-Lift Blades are ideal for grass collection systems and bagging grass clippings
- Mower Blades Specification:blade length 17-1/4";air lift 1-3/16";width 2-3/8";thickness 5/32";cutting edge length 5-1/8";center hole shape 6 Point Star(5/8");compatible deck size 34" and 50"
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What is the OEM replacement blade for Cub Cadet ZT2 50?
CUB CADET 490-110-M178 is the OEM Xtreme Mulch Blade Set for ZT2 Ultima SX S50.
Which blades are compatible with Enduro XT1-LT50 models?
CUB CADET 742P05094-X and MAXPRO Mower Mulching Blades are compatible with Enduro XT1-LT50.
Are there 3-pack blade sets available?
Yes, CUB CADET 742P05094-X, MAXPRO, and Grasscool ZT1 50 offer 3-pack options.
Which blades are designed for Ultima ZT2 models?
CUB CADET 490-110-M178 and Grasscool ZT1 50 are designed for Ultima ZT2 series.
Do any blades feature S-shaped hole designs?
CUB CADET 742P05094-X includes Xtreme Blades with S-Shaped Hole technology.
Are third-party blades available for Cub Cadet ZT2 50?
Caltric, MAXPRO, and 8TEN LawnRAZOR offer compatible third-party options.
Which blades fit Cub Cadet 50"decks with part 942-05067?
Lawn Mower Blades for 942-05067 and SCBHWJ 742-04053-X are compatible replacements.
