Aeagle 38 inch Deck Mower Blade for John Deere Lesco GT242 LX188 STX38 050536 AM100946 M82408 GT235 GT242 LT133 LT150 LT155 LT166 LX172 LX173 LX176 LX178 SRX95 SX95, Low-Lift, 2 Pack, Black

What It Is

This is a set of two low-lift, 38-inch deck mower blades designed for residential and light commercial John Deere and Lesco lawn tractors. The low-lift profile reduces engine load and improves fuel efficiency in dry, fine-cutting conditions, making it ideal for frequent mowing of established lawns.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify your deck measures exactly 38 inches across (blade tip to tip). This blade replaces OEM part numbers 050536, AM100946, and M82408. Fits John Deere models: GT235, GT242, LX188, STX38, LT133, LT150, LT155, LT166, LX172, LX173, LX176, LX178, SRX95, SX95, and Lesco GT242. Critical check: Measure your existing blade length and center hole diameter (usually 1-inch round or 5-point star). This blade uses a standard 1-inch center hole and 5/8-inch spindle hole. If your spindle uses a star-shaped pattern, this blade will not fit.

Key Things to Know

• Low-lift vs high-lift: Low-lift blades produce less vacuum, so they won’t bag wet or thick grass well. Use only for side-discharge or mulching in dry conditions.
• Installation difficulty: Easy – remove deck, use a blade lock or block of wood to prevent rotation, and torque spindle bolt to 70-90 ft-lbs. No special tools required.
• Common gotcha: These blades are slightly thinner than OEM (about 0.20 inches vs 0.25 inches). They work fine but may wear faster if you mow rocky or sandy soil.
• Balance check: Always balance new blades before installing. A simple nail-in-wall balance test prevents vibration and spindle damage.

Should You Buy It

Buy these if you need a budget-friendly, functional replacement for a 38-inch John Deere or Lesco deck and you primarily mow dry, established grass with side discharge. Avoid if you need OEM thickness for heavy use, require high-lift for bagging, or have a star-pattern spindle. For the price, they’re a solid value for light-duty residential mowing.