Comparison: Best Husqvarna 42 Riding Mower Blades (Updated | Oct 14th)

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When maintaining your Husqvarna 42 riding mower, choosing the right blades is essential for optimal performance and longevity. This comparison explores top options designed for durability, cutting efficiency, and compatibility with Husqvarna models. Whether you prioritize mulching, bagging, or high-lift capabilities, we’ll highlight key features, materials, and user feedback to help you make an informed decision. Focused on quality and value, this guide aims to simplify your selection process without compromising on results.

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Product Comparison: Best Husqvarna 42 Riding Mower Blades

Multi-compatible

UDC Parts 532138971 138971 42 Inch Mower Blades for Craftsman LT2000 YT3000 Husqvarna YTH22V42 YTH18542 YTA18542 YTH1542XP Poulan 532127843 138498 532138498 127843 134149 532134149 /High Lift /2 Pack

UDC Parts 532138971 138971 42 Inch Mower Blades for Craftsman LT2000 YT3000 Husqvarna YTH22V42 YTH18542 YTA18542 YTH1542XP Poulan 532127843 138498 532138498 127843 134149 532134149 /High Lift /2 Pack

UDC Parts
  • Replaces OEM Part: Husqvarna, Craftsman 138971, 532138971, 127843, 532127843, 138498, 532138498, 138971X431, 594892701, AYP 917127843, 917131323, 917138498MS, 917532138498
  • Dimensions: Length 21", Width 2-1/4", Thickness 0.157", Center Hole 5 point star, Air Lift 15/16", Cutting Edge Length 3-5/16", Compatible Deck Size 42". The length of the blade is measured diagonally from one end to the other
  • 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
  • 532138971 Craftsman 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with YT3000 (917.289340, 917.289341, 917.289342, 917.289344), LT2000 (917.289100, 917.289101, 917.289102, 917.289103, 917.289104, 917.289105, 917.289106, 917.288070), DLT2000 (917.273780), DLT3000 (917.275820, 917.275821), 917.279060 (960130002), 917.279180 (YTH2242T), 917.287520 (YTH2042), 917.289620 (YTH 22V42), DYT4000 (917273820, 917273821, 917273823), YT4000 (917289260), DYS4500 (917287260), YS4500 (917287220)
  • 532138971 Husqvarna 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with YTH22V42, YTH18542, YTA18542, YTH1542XP, YTH1542, YTH180, YT1942, YTH1842, YTH2042, TS142, YTH20K42, LTH130, RZ4219, YTH145, 2042LS, YTH150, YTH2242. Please confirm the complete model number to ensure a proper fit. For a more detailed list of compatible models, check the description below
  • 532138971 Husqvarna 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with YTA19K42, YTH20B42T, TS242, LTH1342, LTH1742, LTH140, LTH145, LTH152, LTH174, LTH1542, LTH1842, LTH18542, LTH2042, LTH2142, LTH2142D, LTH2142DR, LT140, LT152, LT16542, LT18542, LT1942, LT2223A2, PB195H42LT, YTH130, YTH135, YTH150 XP, YTH180XP, YTH184T, YTH190, YTH1342XP, YTH1542XPT, YTH155, YTH170
  • 138971 Husqvarna 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with YTH1842XP, YTH18K42, YTH1942, YTH2042XP, YTH2042TD, YTH20F42T, YTH21K42, YTH2242T, YTH22K42, YTH23V42, YTKH1542XP, YT130, YT150, YT155, YT160, YT16542, YT16542T, YT190, YT1942T, YT42LS, YT42CS, Z142, TS142T, TS142X, TS142XK, TS142TX, TS142TXD, TS242D, TS243, TS243T, Z142, RZ4219BF
  • 532138971 Poulan 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with PP175G42, PP19A42, PO17542LT, PO16542LT, PB145G42, PP1242, PP1242A, PO1742STA, PO1742STC, CO185H42STA, CO185H42STB, 279370, CN1842STA, CO1842STA, CO18542STA, CO18542STB, CO18542STC, PD185H42STA, PD185H42STB, PD185H42STC, PO17542STD, PP145H42, PP145H42A, PP145H42B, PRK17H42STA, PXT175G42

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Commercial grade

MaxPower 561713XB 2 Commercial Mulching Blade Set for Many 42 in. Cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers Replaces OEM #'s 138498, 138971, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498

MaxPower 561713XB 2 Commercial Mulching Blade Set for Many 42 in. Cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers Replaces OEM #'s 138498, 138971, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498

Maxpower
  • Includes 2 commercial mulching blades for a 42" cut. Fits Craftsman models manufactured by Husqvarna. Does not fit Craftsman models manufactured by MTD
  • Replaces OEM #'s 127843, 138498, 138971, 134149, 138971X431, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498 and CMXGZAM110136
  • Each blade measures 21" long x 2-1/2" wide with a 5-point star center hole
  • 5-point star center hole
  • 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

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Budget pick

Grasscool 138971 42 Inch Mower Blades for Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 T110 YT3000 532138971 Poulan Pro 42" Deck Riding Mower Lawn Tractor (5 Point Star)

Grasscool 138971 42 Inch Mower Blades for Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 T110 YT3000 532138971 Poulan Pro 42" Deck Riding Mower Lawn Tractor (5 Point Star)

Grasscool
  • 42 inch Mower Blades Replace for Craftsman Poulan Pro Husqvarna 138971 138498 532127843 532138971 532138498 CMXGZAM110136
  • 42 inch Mower Blades Compatible with Craftsman 42 inch deck riding mower lawn tractor,model:LT1000 LT2000 T110 DLT3000 T2200 YT3000
  • 138971 Blades fit for Craftsman T110 model before 1997
  • 42 inch Mower Blades Compatible with Poulan Pro 42 inch deck riding mower lawn tractor,model:PP19A42
  • 42 inch Mower Blades Compatible with Husqvarna 42" inch deck riding mower lawn tractor,model:YTH18542
  • AVOID MISTAKES: The blade is NOT suitable for 942-04308 6-Point Star center Craftsman models LT1000 LT2000 T110, and others. This 138971 blade is ONLY compatible with a 5-Point Star spindle. Please check that your center hole pattern matches before purchasing to avoid installation issues.
  • BLADE SPECIFICATION: Length: 21"(533mm), Width: 2-1/4"(57mm), Thickness: 5/32"(4mm), Center Hole Shape: 5 Point Star, For Deck Size: 42", Lift: 7/8"(23mm), Mower Blade Type: Mdeium Lift 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.

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Mulching blades

Grasscool 134149 Mulching Blades for Craftsman 42 inch Mower Blade LT2000 LT1000 YS4500 Replace 422719 532134149 Husqvarna Poulan Pro 42'' Deck Riding Lawn Mower 5 Point Star (2 Pack)

Grasscool 134149 Mulching Blades for Craftsman 42 inch Mower Blade LT2000 LT1000 YS4500 Replace 422719 532134149 Husqvarna Poulan Pro 42'' Deck Riding Lawn Mower 5 Point Star (2 Pack)

Grasscool
  • 134149 Mulching Blades Replace number Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan, Poulan Pro 134149 532134149 424752
  • 134149 Mulching Blades Compatible with Craftsman 42 inch deck riding mower lawn tractor model:LT1000 LT2000.The mower blades come with 3 purposes (mulching, bagging, and side discharging) at the same time.
  • 134149 Mulching Blades Compatible with Husqvarna 42" inch deck riding mower lawn tractor,Poulan Pro 42 inch deck riding mower lawn tractor.
  • AVOID MISTAKES: The blade is NOT suitable for 942-04308 6-Point Star center Craftsman models LT1000 LT2000 T110, and others. This 134149 blade is ONLY compatible with a 5-Point Star spindle. Please check that your center hole pattern matches before purchasing to avoid installation issues.
  • BLADE SPECIFICATION: Length: 21"(533mm), Width: 2-1/4"(56.5mm), Thickness: 9/64"(3.5mm), Center Hole Shape: 5 Point Star, For Deck Size: 42", Lift: 1-1/16"(27.5mm)), Mower Blade Type: 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.
  • 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.

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High lift

MaxPower 561713B 2-Blade Set for 42" Cut Poulan/Husqvarna/Craftsman Replaces 138498, 138971, 127843, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498, CMXGZAM110136

MaxPower 561713B 2-Blade Set for 42" Cut Poulan/Husqvarna/Craftsman Replaces 138498, 138971, 127843, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498, CMXGZAM110136

Maxpower
  • Includes 2 blades that fits many 42-in cut Poulan, Husqvarna, and Craftsman mowers – Please Match Current Blade OEM Number to Confirm it fits your Mower
  • Replaces OEM numbers 127843, 138498, 138971, 138971X431, 532138971, 532127843, 532138498, CMXGZAM110136
  • BLADE SIZE: Each blade measures 21 in. L and 2-1/4 in. W
  • 5 point star center hole.
  • PROUDLY MADE IN USA
  • 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.

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Mulching set

MaxPower 561714B 2 Blade Mulching Set for 42" Cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers Replaces OEM #'s 134149, 594892701 and 532134149

MaxPower 561714B 2 Blade Mulching Set for 42" Cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers Replaces OEM #'s 134149, 594892701 and 532134149

Maxpower
  • Includes 2 blades for 42" cut
  • Replaces OEM no. Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan OEM #'s 134149, 532134149, 594892701, 422719, 424752, 532422719, 532424752
  • Measures 21" long by 2-1/4" wide
  • Has a 5 Point Star Center Hole
  • Manufactured to meet or exceed all OEM specifications

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Best overall

Oregon Riding Lawnmower Gator Blade for 42 in. Deck, Fits Husqvarna and Craftsman, Set of 2 (D-42-2G)

Oregon Riding Lawnmower Gator Blade for 42 in. Deck, Fits Husqvarna and Craftsman, Set of 2 (D-42-2G)

Oregon
  • Replaces following Husqvarna and Craftsman part numbers: 539113312, 577240401, 586230101, 917127843, 917131323, 917138489MS, 917532138498, 127843, 131323, 133128, 134149, 138498, 138791, 138971, 139775, 24676, 422719, 424752
  • Replaces following Husqvarna and Craftsman part numbers: 127843, 138498, 138791, 138971, 510417901, 521981601, 531307224, 532131323, 532138498, 532138971
  • Includes 2-Blades. Both blades are 21-In L, 2.5-IN W, and have a 5 pt. Star Center Hole. Full replacement for a 42-IN Tractor or Riding Mower Deck.
  • Superior-Mulching: Oregon Gator Blades re-cut grass clippings to re-cycle nutrients back into your lawn. Giving it a healthier look, without using fertilizer. Patented Tooth-Twist and geometric design to increase air-flow.
  • Sharp-Cut: Gator Blades are sharpened at the optimum angle to provide a clean-cut from the first mow. The milled-edge reduces the chance of tearing grass, which can lead to the browning of grass tips due to infection.

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Premium build

Husqvarna 42-Inch Mulching Lawn Mower Blades, Lawn Mower Parts Riding Mowers, Replacement for OEM Part No. 594892701, Orange, Pack of 2

Husqvarna 42-Inch Mulching Lawn Mower Blades, Lawn Mower Parts Riding Mowers, Replacement for OEM Part No. 594892701, Orange, Pack of 2

Husqvarna
  • Includes two (2) Husqvarna 42-Inch Mulching Lawn Mower Blades for use on Husqvarna riding mowers
  • Hardened Steel: Premium mulching lawn mower blade is forged with hardened steel and designed to run smoother, stay sharper and deliver a quieter cutting experience
  • Factory Replacement Part: Easy-to-install lawn mower blade features a star mount and replaces OEM part number 594892701
  • Extend Your Mower's Performance: Husqvarna lawn tractor blades save time on adjustments and deliver far better performance across the lifetime of your lawn care equipment
  • Optimum Mulching and Side Discharge: These Husqvarna 42-inch riding lawn mower blades are ideal for optimum mulching and side discharge performance

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Best compatibility

(2 Pack) Replacement High Lift Lawn Mower Blades for Craftsman Husqvarna Poulan 127843 138498 138971 532127843 532138498 532138971, Fits Craftsman LT1000 DYT4000, Husqvarna YTH18542 42” Deck Mower

(2 Pack) Replacement High Lift Lawn Mower Blades for Craftsman Husqvarna Poulan 127843 138498 138971 532127843 532138498 532138971, Fits Craftsman LT1000 DYT4000, Husqvarna YTH18542 42” Deck Mower

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  • 【Specification】Length: 21", Width: 2-5/16", Thickness: 1/6", Center Hole: 5-Point Star, Deck Size: 42 Inch. Package Includes: 2 Pack Lawn Mower Blades
  • 【Replaces Part Number】Craftsman 138498, 138971, 127843, 134149, CMXGZAM110136; Husqvarna 532138971, 532138498, 532127843; Poulan 531307224, 532138971, PP24004; AYP 127843, 134149, 138498, 138971, 138971X431, 139775, 531307224, 532134149, 532138971, 532139775, 594892701, 917127843, 917131323, 917138498MS, 917532138498, HU22004; Ariens 21546095, 532138971; Snapper 704429
  • 【Compatible】Fits 42" Deck Husqvarna 2042LS, LT125, LT130, LT152, LT18542, LTH125, LTH130, LTH140, LTH145, LTH1542, LTH1742, LTH18542, LTH2042, LTH152, LTH174, LTH1842, LTH2142, YT130, YT155, YTH135, YTH150 XP, YTH155, YTH170, YTH200, YTH210, YTH1342 XP, YTHK1542A, YTHK1542B
  • 【Compatible】Fits 42" Deck Craftsman LT1000, DYT4000, YT3000, YT4000, YS450; Poulan PB19H42YT, PB20H42YT, PO14542LT, PO15542LT, PXT175G42
  • 【After-Sales Service】We provide 6 months warranty service, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email.

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Hi-lift performance

Husqvarna 42" ClearCut® Hi-Lift Blade (2 Pack)

Husqvarna 42" ClearCut® Hi-Lift Blade (2 Pack)

Husqvarna
  • Genuine Husqvarna high-lift mower blades designed for use on Husqvarna riding mowers.
  • Fits 42 in. Husqvarna riding mowers with a ClearCut cutting deck.
  • Blades hardened up to the center to boost durability.
  • Designed to deliver high performance on Husqvarna mowers.
  • Engineered to reduce noise levels during operation.
  • Installs easily and designed for long-lasting operation.
  • Includes two (2) genuine high lift mower blades from Husqvarna.
  • Ensures ideal blade height and angling when used on Husqvarna mower.

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Buying Guide

Buying Guide: Best husqvarna 42 riding mower blades

Compatibility

  • Verify the exact model number of your mower for accurate fit
  • Check compatibility with both Husqvarna and Craftsman models
  • Ensure the blade matches your deck size (42") and center hole pattern (5-point star)

Blade Type & Function

  • Choose between standard, mulching, or high-lift blades based on cutting needs
  • Mulching blades recycle clippings into fine particles for lawn health
  • High-lift blades enhance airflow for better bagging performance

Construction & Durability

  • Look for hardened steel blades for extended sharpness and wear resistance
  • Check for powder-coated or painted edges to protect during installation
  • Prioritize blades with reinforced tips to withstand impacts

Dimensions & Specifications

  • Confirm blade length (21"), width (2-1/4"to 2-1/2"), and thickness (0.157"to 3.5mm)
  • Ensure the air lift height (15/16"to 1-1/16") matches your mower's requirements
  • Verify cutting edge length (3-5/16") for optimal performance

Replacement & Maintenance

  • Check if the blade comes pre-sharpened and coated for safety
  • Look for replacement part numbers matching your OEM specifications
  • Consider blade sets (2-pack) for balanced wear and cost efficiency

Brand & Warranty

  • Opt for OEM or reputable aftermarket brands (e.g., MaxPower, Oregon, Grasscool)
  • Check for warranty coverage (e.g., 6 months) to protect your investment
  • Read customer reviews for real-world performance feedback

FAQs

Which blades are compatible with Husqvarna 42-inch decks?

Husqvarna 42-Inch Mulching Blades (B08W8GF4D6) and Husqvarna 42"ClearCut® Hi-Lift Blade (2 Pack) (B08W9TKPRQ) are designed for Husqvarna models.

What mulching blade sets are available?

MaxPower 561713XB (B00AN89R9O), MaxPower 561713B (B008KRMAV2), and MaxPower 561714B (B00AN89RQM) are commercial mulching blade sets.

Are there high-lift blade options?

Husqvarna 42"ClearCut® Hi-Lift Blade (2 Pack) (B08W9TKPRQ) and (2 Pack) Replacement High Lift Blades (B0C2NGVRQ4) are high-lift options.

Which blades fit Craftsman LT2000/YT3000 models?

UDC Parts 532138971 (B0D3V4P8LD), Grasscool 138971 (B0B5TQ2R1P), and Grasscool 134149 (B0BBRKKK7W) are compatible with these models.

Do any blades work for multiple brands?

MaxPower 561713B (B008KRMAV2) and MaxPower 561714B (B00AN89RQM) fit Craftsman, Husqvarna, and Poulan models.

Is there a gator-style blade option?

Oregon Riding Lawnmower Gator Blade (B0D7Y14GSG) is designed for 42-inch decks, including Husqvarna and Craftsman.

Which blades come in multi-packs?

Husqvarna 42"ClearCut® Hi-Lift Blade (2 Pack) (B08W9TKPRQ) and (2 Pack) Replacement High Lift Blades (B0C2NGVRQ4) are sold in pairs.

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