Oregon 90-146 Universal Rolled Lift Straight Replacement Lawn Mower Blade 22-Inch

What It Is

The Oregon 90-146 is a 22-inch universal straight replacement blade with rolled lift, designed for walk-behind mowers. It’s intended for general residential cutting of grass and light weeds, not for mulching or bagging.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck size: Must be exactly 22 inches. Measure your blade tip-to-tip (not deck width) before buying.
• Brand/model: Listed as “universal” but primarily fits EGO models (e.g., LM2100, LM2101). Check your mower’s OEM blade part number against Oregon’s fitment chart—this is not a direct OEM replacement for all 22-inch decks.
• Mounting: Center hole is 7/8-inch round with a 5-point star pattern. Verify your blade adapter matches. Most EGO and many universal hubs work, but Toro, Honda, or Craftsman may not.
• OEM vs aftermarket: Aftermarket. Expect slight thickness or balance differences from OEM. No adapter or hardware included.

Key Things to Know

• Quality concerns: 3.6/5 rating with only 8 reviews. Some users report it’s thinner or less durable than OEM EGO blades, bending on rocks or roots.
• Installation: Straightforward if your mower uses a single bolt. Torque to spec (usually 55-65 ft-lbs). No special tools needed, but a blade removal tool helps.
• Rolled lift: Design lifts grass for a cleaner cut, but can leave clumps in wet or tall grass. Not great for mulching—use a dedicated mulching blade instead.
• Balance: Check balance after mounting. Some units arrive slightly off-center; use a balancer or file the heavy side.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you have a 22-inch EGO mower, want a cheap replacement for basic cutting, and don’t mind aftermarket trade-offs in durability. Skip it if you need OEM fit, cut thick or wet grass often, or want a blade that lasts more than a season.