ETZ 490-110-C187 742P05620 Mower Blades, 60 Inch High Lift Blade Set Compatible with Cub Cadet ZT2 ZT3 Ultima 60 KW FAB, Fits MTD Troy Bilt Zero Turn Mowers, Replaces 742-05620, 3 Pack

What It Is

This is a 3-pack of 60-inch high-lift mower blades designed for commercial-grade cutting on zero-turn mowers with 60-inch fabricated (FAB) decks. They are built for heavy-duty grass discharge and bagging performance, not mulching.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower has a 60-inch fabricated deck (not stamped). These blades fit Cub Cadet ZT2, ZT3, and Ultima 60 KW FAB models, plus MTD and Troy-Bilt zero-turn mowers with the same deck. The OEM part number is 742-05620 (replaced by ETZ 490-110-C187). Measure your existing blade: length should be 20.5 inches (each blade in a 3-blade set), center hole diameter 1 inch, and offset height approximately 2.75 inches. Check your deck’s blade spindle pattern—these use a standard 5-point star center hole. Not compatible with 54-inch decks or 60-inch stamped decks.

Key Things to Know

• High-lift design increases suction for better bagging and side-discharge, but creates more drag and may reduce engine RPM on uneven terrain.
• Aftermarket replacement—not OEM Cub Cadet, but direct fit for 742-05620. Inspect blade thickness (should match original) and balance before installation.
• Installation difficulty: moderate. Requires a socket set and torque wrench (recommended torque: 70–90 ft-lbs). Use thread locker on spindle bolts. Always disconnect spark plug wire first.
• Common gotcha: high-lift blades wear faster in sandy or dusty conditions. Replace when tips are rounded or balanced is off—typically every 25–50 hours of mowing.

Should You Buy It

Buy this set if you own a 60-inch fabricated-deck Cub Cadet, MTD, or Troy-Bilt zero-turn and need high-lift blades for aggressive bagging or dry grass cutting. Avoid if your deck is stamped, you prefer mulching, or you mow very wet grass (high-lift will clump more). At 5.0 stars with only 3 reviews, it’s a niche pick—fine for the price, but verify your deck model number before ordering.