Husqvarna Part Number 537046601 Plate

What It Is

The Husqvarna 537046601 Plate is a stamped steel deck cover plate designed to seal off the discharge chute opening on select Husqvarna and Craftsman lawn mowers. It’s used when converting from side-discharge to mulching or bagging operation, or to protect the deck opening when storing or transporting the mower.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower’s deck size and model number. This plate fits Husqvarna and Craftsman models with 42-inch, 46-inch, and 48-inch fabricated decks commonly found on T100, T200, YTH, LTH, and GT series tractors. Measure the discharge opening width—this plate covers a standard 6.5-inch by 4.5-inch rectangular opening. It uses two existing bolt holes on the deck (usually 3/8-inch or 5/16-inch). It is an OEM Husqvarna part, not a universal aftermarket piece, so it will not fit older stamped steel decks or other brands like John Deere or MTD without modification.

Key Things to Know

• Installation difficulty: Easy. Remove two bolts from the deck edge, slide the plate over the discharge opening, and reinstall the bolts. No drilling or special tools needed.
• Quality: Heavy-gauge powder-coated steel resists rust and holds up to regular mowing debris. The 5.0 rating reflects solid fit and finish.
• Common gotcha: The plate is specific to fabricated decks—it will not seal properly on stamped decks with curved edges. Also, some models use a different bolt pattern; check that your deck has two parallel bolt holes spaced 4.5 inches apart.
• No gasket included: For a tighter seal against grass clippings, apply a thin bead of silicone or use a rubber washer under the bolt heads.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you own a compatible Husqvarna or Craftsman with a fabricated deck and need an OEM-grade cover for mulching, bagging, or storage. It’s inexpensive, easy to install, and built to last. Skip it if your deck is stamped steel or you need a universal fit—measure first.