Comparison: Best Mulching Blade For Craftsman (Updated | Oct 14th)
When maintaining a healthy, vibrant lawn, selecting the right mulching blade for your Craftsman mower is essential. A quality mulching blade ensures efficient grass clipping decomposition, promoting nutrient-rich soil and reducing yard waste. This comparison evaluates top options based on durability, cutting performance, and compatibility with Craftsman models. Whether you’re tackling thick turf or fine-tuning your mowing routine, our guide helps you choose a blade that enhances mowing efficiency while preserving your lawn’s health—without compromising on reliability or value.
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Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for best overall:
UDC Parts 134149 Mulching Blades for Craftsman 42 Inch 532134149 Husqvarna 532138971 138971 422719 YTH18542 YTA18542 YTH1542XP YTH1842 YTH22V42 YT150 YTH180 Poulan PP19A42 PO17542LT 42" / 2 Pack -
Best for premium build:
MaxPower 561713XB 2 Commercial Mulching Blade Set for Many 42 in. Cut Craftsman -
Best for budget pick:
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) -
Best for best value:
MaxPower 331737B Mulching Blade for Many 21 in. Cut Craftsman -
Best for mtd compatibility:
MTD Genuine Parts (942-0741A) Replacement Part Mulching Blade-21-Inch Cutting Decks Fits Various MTD -
Best for 46 inch fit:
Maxpower 561739XB Commercial Mulching 2-Blade Set for Many 46 in. Craftsman -
Best for 21 inch fit:
Grasscool 21 inch Mower Mulching Blade for Craftsman Husqvarna Poulan 7021P 406712 532406712 165833 175064 189028 532189028 21''Deck Push Lawn Mower -
Best for mtd replacement:
Maxpower 331528B Mulching Blade for 21 Inch Cut MTD/Cub Cadet/Troy-Bilt Replaces 742-04100 -
Best for heavy-duty steel:
budrash 942-04308-X Mower Blades Fit for Cub Cad et Troy Bilt MTD Craftsman 42" Deck -
Best for oem replacement:
42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades for 134149 138971 Compatible with Crafts man LT2000 LT1000 Pou lan Pro Hus qvarna 42" Deck Riding Lawn Mower Replace 532138971 532134149 138498 5-Point Star (2 Pack)
Product Comparison: Best Mulching Blade For Craftsman
Best overall
UDC Parts 134149 Mulching Blades for Craftsman 42 Inch 532134149 Husqvarna 532138971 138971 422719 YTH18542 YTA18542 YTH1542XP YTH1842 YTH22V42 YT150 YTH180 Poulan PP19A42 PO17542LT 42" / 2 Pack
UDC Parts
- Dimensions: Length 21", Width 2-1/4", Thickness 0.134", Center Hole 5 point star, Air Lift 1-5/64", Cutting Edge Length 7-1/16", Compatible Deck Size 42". The length of the blade is measured diagonally from one end to the other
- Replaces OEM Part: Husqvarna, Craftsman 134149, 532134149, 138971, 532138971, 138498, 532138498, 422719, 21546095
- 134149 Husqvarna 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with YTH18542, YTA18542, YTH1542XP, YTH1842, YT150, YTH180, LT16542, LT18542, LTH18542, LTH2042, TS142, LT130, LTH125, LTH130, LTH140, LTH145, LTH1542, LTH1742, YT 190, YT1942, YT1942T, YTH1342XPA, YTH1542XPG, YTH145
- 532134149 Husqvarna 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with YTH150, YTH1542, YTH1542XPT, YTH190, YTH20B42T, 2042LS, LT152, LTH174, LTH1842, TS242, LT1942, LTH2142DR, LTH152, LTH2142, YTH184T, YTH20K42, YTH2042, YTH22V42, YTA19K42, YTH1452XPA, YTKH1542XPA, RZ4219, YTH20F42T, YTH2242T
- 532138971 Poulan Pro 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with PP19A42, PB185A42, PB195H42LT, PB20H42YT, PO17542LT, PP175G42, PP185A42, PXT12538, PB155G42, PB15542LT, PB17542LT, PB195A46LT, PB22H42YT, PO14542LT, PO15542LT, PXT175G42, PP155G42, PP155H42, CO17542LT, HD17542, PB145G42, PB19H42YT, PB20A42LT, PB20H42LT
- 138971 Poulan Pro 42 Inch Mower Blades Compatible with PB2042YT, PBA19542LT, PBA19542LTX, PD17542LT, PD185H42STA, PD185H42STB, PD185H42STC, PO16542LT, PO17542STD, PO175A42LT, PO19542LT, PP145H42, PRK17H42ST B, PR17542STA, PR17542STB, PR17542STC, SO17542LT, PO17542LTX, PR1742STA, XT19H42YT, PB18542LT, PB1842LT, PPR20H42STC
- 422719 Mower Blades Compatible with Craftsman 42 Inch CMXGZAM110021, CMXGZAM110136; Jonsered LT2223A2 (42" deck)
- Compatible with: Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan, Jonsered, AYP, Ariens, Snapper, Ryobi, Statesman, Weed Eater, Murray
Premium build
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
Budget pick
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.
Best value
MaxPower 331737B Mulching Blade for Many 21 in. Cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers, Replaces OEM no. 165833, 175052, 406712, 532175064, 594893001, 175064
Maxpower
- Replaces OEM numbers 165833, 175064, 189028, 406712, 176135, 159267, 008020, 175052, 406706, 406712X431, 531300765, 532 15 92-67, 532 17 50-52, 532159267, 532165833, 532175064, 532176135, 532189028, 532406712, 539111878 and PP23020
- Also fits Craftsman CMXGZAM100129
- Includes 1 mulching blade for many 21-in cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, and Poulan mowers
- 5/8-in center hole diameter
- Manufactured to meet or exceed all OEM specifications
- Check your owner's manual to verify the OEM number of the blade being replaced matches one of the OEM numbers provided for this item
- Proudly made in the USA
MTD compatibility
MTD Genuine Parts (942-0741A) Replacement Part Mulching Blade-21-Inch Cutting Decks Fits Various MTD, CRAFTSMAN, Troy-Bilt, and Other Top Models
MTD Genuine Parts
- 21 INCH MULCHING BLADES: Engineered to perfectly fit 21-inch lawn mowers manufactured from 2012 on, ensuring precise cutting performance by effectively mulching grass clippings into fine particles
- COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with Yard Man, Yard Machines, Troy-Bilt, Huskee, Bolens and Craftsman units built in 1995 and after; they will also fit select Murray and Snapper units built in 2012 an after
- FITS WALK-BEHIND MOWER MODELS: Including, but not limited to: 11A-B0BL765, 11A-B0S5700, 11A-B0BL700, 11A-A2S5700, 12A-A0BE700, 11A-A00X700, 12A-A0M5700
- REPLACEMENTS: These lawn mower blades can be used as a direct replacement for Cub Cadet models including, but not limited to: CC469, CC989, CC997ES, PR521, S621, S621SS, SC621, SC621E, SR621, SRC621
- REFERENCE OWNERS MANUAL: To ensure a proper fit for your mower, reference your owner’s manual, model numbers are located on the mower deck housing by the handlebars
46 inch fit
Maxpower 561739XB Commercial Mulching 2-Blade Set for Many 46 in. Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Mowers, Replaces OEM #'s 403107, 532403107 Black
Maxpower
- Includes 2 blades for many 46 in. cut Craftsman, Husqvarna, and Poulan mowers
- Each blade measures 22-7/8 in. L and 2-1/2 in. W
- 5 point star center hole
- Replaces OEM #'s 403107 and 532403107
- 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.
21 inch fit
Grasscool 21 inch Mower Mulching Blade for Craftsman Husqvarna Poulan 7021P 406712 532406712 165833 175064 189028 532189028 21''Deck Push Lawn Mower
Grasscool
- 21 inch Mower Mulching Blade Replace number 165833, 175064, 189028, 406712, 176135, 159267, 008020, 175052, 406706, 531300765, 532 15 92-67, 532 17 50-52, 532159267, 532165833, 532175064, 532176135, 532189028, 532406712, 539111878
- 21 inch Mower Mulching Blade Compatible with Craftsman 21'' Deck Push Lawn Mower Self Propelled.The mower blade comes with round center hole
- 21 inch Mower Mulching Blade Compatible with Husqvarna 21''Deck Push Lawn Mower Self Propelled.The mower blade comes with round center holes
- 21 inch Mower Mulching Blade Compatible with Poulan 21''Deck Push Lawn Mower Self Propelled.The mower blade comes with round center holes
- Commercial Mulching Blade Specification:blade length 21"(534mm),width 2-1/4"(57mm),thickness 5/32"(4mm),air lift 1-1/8"(28mm),center hole shape circle
- Mower blade type:mulching blade,Compatible deck size:21"
- Notice:you do not need to remove the paint on the blade before using it.The paint is probably there to protect your hand when installing it and prevent blade rust.It's gone after a few minutes of moving
- Notice:Before purchasing, please don't just focus on compatible model number. Make sure that the replacement number, model, and size match yours before selecting our blades
MTD replacement
Maxpower 331528B Mulching Blade for 21 Inch Cut MTD/Cub Cadet/Troy-Bilt Replaces 742-04100, 742-0741, 742-0741A, 942-0741, 942-0741A, CMXGZAM100067
Maxpower
- Includes 1 mulching blade for many 21 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, and Craftsman mowers
- Replaces OEM #'s 742-0741, 742-0741A, 942-0741, 942-0741A
- Also fits Craftsman CMXGZAM100067
- Measures: 21 in. L and 2-1/4 in. W
- Bow tie center hole pattern
Heavy-duty steel
budrash 942-04308-X Mower Blades Fit for Cub Cad et Troy Bilt MTD Craftsman 42" Deck, 742-0616A Gator Mulching Blades Fit for 42" Riding Tractor Zero Turn Mower, 2 Pack
budrash
- 【Replace Part Numbers】Not for all 42" deck, please check your hole shape(6 point star), part number, size to see if these parts will fit your model before purchase. Replacement cutting blade for 742-0616A, 742-0616, 942-04308-X, 942-04360, 742-04410, 742-04360, 942-04126-X, 742-616A, 742-0616A-0637, 742P04308-X, 942-04312-X, 742-0616B, 742-0616A-X, 7420616A0637, 742-04308-X, 742-04126-X, 942-04410, 942-04410-0684
- 【Compatibility】These blades are compatible with following 42" deck lawnmower (but not limited to): Cub Cad et Cad 1170, 1600, LT-1040, LT-1042, LTX-1040, Craftsman 604G, LT-1500, LT-2000, T1000, Troy Bilt 604G, 609G, Bronco, Bronco 42 Auto, Bronco 42X Auto, Huskee 606G, 608G, 660G, 673G, Please check the description for more models
- 【Application】These blades are made of heavy duty steel and come with a gator mulching type. The high lift of the blade would pull the grass up, providing you with a clean, even cut. To produce high-quality mulch, the teeth are oriented toward the center of the blade to reroute airflow and force grass clippings back onto the cutting edge, resulting in progressively smaller clippings
- 【Easy to Install】The installation only takes 10 minutes. You need to use a wrench or socket to loosen the fasteners holding the blade to the drive shaft, then install the new blade back into its correct position. Remember to wear gloves to prevent scratches
- 【Size Information】Length 21-1/4", Width 2-3/8", Thickness 0.157", Center Hole 6 Point Star, Size Hole Diameter 5/16", Side Hole Center Distance 2-1/2"
OEM replacement
42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades for 134149 138971 Compatible with Crafts man LT2000 LT1000 Pou lan Pro Hus qvarna 42" Deck Riding Lawn Mower Replace 532138971 532134149 138498 5-Point Star (2 Pack)
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- 【134149 Crafts man Mulching Blade Replaces OEM Number】Crafts man AYP Hus qvarna Pou lan 127843, 138498, 138971, 139775, 532138498, 532138971, 532127843, 532134149, 532139775, 521981601, 532127843, 532188971
- 【134149 Crafts man Mulching Blade Replaces OEM Number】Ari ens 21546095 AYP 127843, 134149, 138498, 138971, 138971X431, 139775, 532134149, 532138971, 532139775, HU22004 Crafts man 127843, 134149, 138498 Hus qvarna 113312X, 521981601, 532127843, 532134149, 532138498, 532138971, 532139775, 532188971, 777134149 Pou lan 134149
- 【42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades Compatible With】Fits Crafts man riding mowers with a 42-inch cutting deck (2010 and prior)
- 【42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades Compatible With】Fits Pou lan PB155G42, PB15542LT, PB17542LT, PB195A46LT, PB195H42LT, PB20H42YT, PB22H42YT, PO14542LT, PO15542LT, PO17542LT, PXT175G42, PP155G42, PP155H42, PP175G42, PP19A42 42'' Deck Mower
- 【42 Inch Mower Mulching Blades Compatible With】Fits Hus qvarna 2042LS, LT125, LT130, LT152, LT16542, LT18542, LT1942, LTH125, LTH130, LTH140, LTH145, LTH1542, LTH1742, LTH18542, LTH2042, LTH152, LTH174, LTH1842, LTH2142 42" Decks Mower
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FAQs
Which mulching blade is designed for 42-inch Craftsman mowers?
UDC Parts 134149 and Grasscool 134149 are designed for 42-inch Craftsman mowers.
Are there mulching blades compatible with 21-inch Craftsman models?
Yes, MaxPower 331737B, MTD Genuine Parts 942-0741A, and Grasscool 21 inch blades fit 21-inch Craftsman mowers.
Which blade set includes multiple blades?
MaxPower 561713XB and MaxPower 561739XB are commercial mulching blade sets with multiple blades.
Do any blades work with both Craftsman and other brands?
MaxPower 331737B and MTD Genuine Parts 942-0741A are compatible with Craftsman, Husqvarna, and Poulan.
Is there a replacement blade for the Craftsman LT2000/LT1 series?
Grasscool 134149 is compatible with Craftsman LT2000 and LT1 mowers.
Which blade is a genuine MTD replacement part?
MTD Genuine Parts 942-0741A is an authentic replacement mulching blade.
