Original Equipment High-Lift Blade Set for Select 42 in. Lawn Tractors and Zero-Turn Mowers (Two Blade Set)
- OE for parts 942-04308, 742-04308, 942-04312, 742-04312
- Blade has a 6-point star center hole
- Factory tested to provide the perfect fit and performance
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Product Overview
Mower Blade Selection Tips
Follow these simple instructions to select the correct blade for your lawn mower.
Brand of Mower
Selecting a blade that is the same brand as your lawn mower is essential to ensuring an exact fit.
Mower and Blade Specifications
Knowing your mower’s deck size and blade length can guide you to the correct blade for your model.
Parts Labels
Locate the on-product parts label, or the operator’s manual, for a list of common parts.
Blade Numbers
Check your existing mower blade for a part number that may be stamped into it.
Center Hole Patterns
Match the center hole pattern from your original equipment blade to the center hole pattern of the new blade.
Specialty Blades
Choose a blade that delivers the results you want to achieve, whether it’s bagging (high-lift), mulching, or sandy conditions (low-lift).
Made in USA
Cub Cadet Blades are made in the USA with global materials.
Genuine Parts
Cub Cadet Genuine Parts are the only parts designed to meet Cub Cadet equipment standards.
Quality Seal
Receive the assurance of quality when you purchase a Cub Cadet part, attachment or accessory.
Right Part Pledge
Avoid frustration when buying parts, attachments and accessories with the Cub Cadet Right Part Pledge.
Authorized Reseller Network
Members provide original equipment parts, superior service and the best possible consumer experience.
Mower Blade Advantage
Cub Cadet blades are specifically engineered for Cub Cadet lawn tractors, zero-turns and walk-behinds.
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- Refer to the Parts List label under the rider hood or under the zero-turn seat mounting bracket for original equipment parts.
- The zero-turn seat will need to be pivoted forward for visibility of the Parts List label.
- Contents include two blades with a 1 in. diameter 6-point star center hole pattern.
- Factory tested and approved to provide the perfect fit, strength, durability and performance.
- Sharp-edged blades cut grass cleanly and make their way through grass more efficiently, reducing overall mowing time and effort.
- Ideal for grass collection systems and bagging grass clippings.
- Bagging blades propel more clippings into the bags and leave fewer clippings behind, creating a well-manicured lawn.
- For detailed installation instructions, please refer to your operator’s manual.
Info & Guides
Product Overview
- OE for parts 942-04308, 742-04308, 942-04312, 742-04312
- Blade has a 6-point star center hole
- Factory tested to provide the perfect fit and performance
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Key Features
Mower Blade Selection Tips
Follow these simple instructions to select the correct blade for your lawn mower.
Brand of Mower
Selecting a blade that is the same brand as your lawn mower is essential to ensuring an exact fit.
Mower and Blade Specifications
Knowing your mower’s deck size and blade length can guide you to the correct blade for your model.
Parts Labels
Locate the on-product parts label, or the operator’s manual, for a list of common parts.
Blade Numbers
Check your existing mower blade for a part number that may be stamped into it.
Center Hole Patterns
Match the center hole pattern from your original equipment blade to the center hole pattern of the new blade.
Specialty Blades
Choose a blade that delivers the results you want to achieve, whether it’s bagging (high-lift), mulching, or sandy conditions (low-lift).
Made in USA
Cub Cadet Blades are made in the USA with global materials.
Genuine Parts
Cub Cadet Genuine Parts are the only parts designed to meet Cub Cadet equipment standards.
Quality Seal
Receive the assurance of quality when you purchase a Cub Cadet part, attachment or accessory.
Right Part Pledge
Avoid frustration when buying parts, attachments and accessories with the Cub Cadet Right Part Pledge.
Authorized Reseller Network
Members provide original equipment parts, superior service and the best possible consumer experience.
Mower Blade Advantage
Cub Cadet blades are specifically engineered for Cub Cadet lawn tractors, zero-turns and walk-behinds.
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Questions & Answers
Do they fit a 2015 cub cadet XT 1 42" ?
Asked by KSC October 25, 2015Yes these blades should fit that mower... These blades are meant for 2015 and newer Cub cadets
I'm buying a mulcher for my new Cub Cadet 42" XT2. What blades can I use for the mulcher to optimize it's performance?
Asked by Redtornot June 2, 2016The 3 in 1 extreme blades are for mulching. The 2 in 1 blades are high lift and are for either side discharge or bagging. If you are buying the mulching kit it will come with the blades you need
Do these blades need to be sharpened or are they sharp.
Asked by Scott June 3, 2018They did a great job out of the package. No need to put extra wear on them.
Are these mulching blades?
Asked by Nick June 3, 2019No
The blades were not sharpened!! what is this?
Asked by Joe July 29, 2019Mower blades are not supposed to be sharp like a knife, they need a flat edge to withstand the rigors of cutting grass and sticks.
Is this a truce sand Blade with low lift?
Asked by Larry January 16, 2019No these are high lift blades... When purchasing low lifts sand blades make sure the package says low lift sand blades...
Can these blades be used instead of buying a mulching kit?
Asked by Humphrey October 21, 2020yes they worked great
Why wont these work on a pre-2015 (LT1018) mower, and if not, what replaces 742-3033?
Asked by Dewalter April 2, 2019They work fine on my older Cub Cadet. I had my old blades in hand and did a comparison and saw no difference. Could just be a marketing thing. "Oh look, blades are no longer available for my 12 yo mower. Time to buy a new one..." Although mine is a LT1024. Do a visual comparison.
What replacement blades fit a ltx 1042 riding mower bought in 2013??
Asked by Tb718 April 26, 2020Hello, Tb718. The blades that will work with an LTX1042 are part number 942-04312A. Thank you for your question.
what replacement blades fit a 2006 model 1042?
Asked by Pete July 16, 2020Hello Pete. Please resubmit your question with the factory model and serial numbers from underneath the seat of your mower and we would be happy to assist you. Thank you for your question.
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