Hipa 2-Pack 942-0616A Mulching Blades 6 Point Star Set for Cub Cadet Troy Bilt Bronco Pony MTD 42 inch Deck Mower XT1-42 LT42 ZT1-42 Replace for 942-0616 742-0616 742-0616A Mower Blades

What It Is

This is a 2-pack of aftermarket mulching blades designed for 42-inch deck Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, MTD, and related lawn tractors. They use a 6-point star center hole and are intended for mulching grass clippings into fine particles to recycle nutrients back into the lawn.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your deck is exactly 42 inches (measured blade tip to tip). These blades replace OEM part numbers 942-0616, 742-0616, and 742-0616A. They fit many Cub Cadet XT1-42, LT42, and ZT1-42 models, as well as Troy-Bilt Bronco, Pony, and MTD tractors with a 42-inch deck. Also verify your spindle has a 6-point star drive—most MTD/Cub Cadet spindles use this, but older or non-MTD decks may use a different pattern. Measure blade length (should be ~21 inches) and check that your deck doesn’t require a specific offset or curved design.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: These are aftermarket blades, not OEM Cub Cadet. They’re typically made of hardened steel and will perform well for mulching, but may have slightly less precise balance than factory blades. Check balance before installing.
• Installation: Simple bolt-on swap—remove one blade at a time, note orientation (cutting edge faces upward when mounted). Torque the center bolt to 40-50 ft-lbs. Use a block of wood to prevent spindle rotation.
• Common gotcha: The 6-point star can wear or strip if the bolt is overtightened or if debris gets between the blade and spindle. Clean the spindle surface before mounting.
• Mulching vs. bagging: These blades have a higher lift and more curved surface than standard blades, so they work best with a mulching plug installed. They may not discharge clippings well for bagging.

Should You Buy It

If you own a 42-inch Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, or MTD tractor and want an affordable mulching blade set for regular lawn maintenance, this is a solid choice at $25.88. It’s not for commercial use or if you need OEM-specific blade geometry, but for residential mulching, it delivers good value and strong ratings.