Oregon 95-602 Gator Mulcher Lawn Mower Mulching Blade 21-3/4 Inch, Replaces Poulan, Husqvarna, Craftsman, AYP and More

What It Is

The Oregon 95-602 Gator Mulcher is a 21-3/4-inch mulching blade designed to replace OEM blades on many popular residential lawn tractors and zero-turn mowers. It uses Oregon’s patented Gator design with angled teeth to cut and recut clippings into fine mulch, reducing bagging needs and returning nutrients to the lawn.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify three things: deck size, blade length, and center hole shape. This blade is 21-3/4 inches long with a 1-inch center hole and a 5-point star drive pattern. It fits most 42- to 54-inch cutting decks that accept a 21-3/4-inch blade, but not all.

Direct replacements include many Poulan, Husqvarna, Craftsman, AYP (American Yard Products), Murray, and MTD models. However, always cross-reference your mower’s OEM part number (e.g., 532 42 76-93, 532 40 06-19) with Oregon’s fitment chart. The star drive pattern is critical—if your spindle uses a standard round hole or a different star pattern, this blade won’t fit. Measure your current blade length and center hole shape before ordering.

Not compatible with most EGO battery mowers (despite the brand name in your listing—this is likely a listing error). Also incompatible with 20-inch or 22-inch decks, round-hole spindles, or universal blades with adapters.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Heat-treated steel with hardened cutting edges. Holds an edge well but will dull faster than standard blades if used on sandy or rocky soil.
• Installation: Requires a torque wrench. Tighten to 40–50 ft-lbs (check mower manual). Use threadlocker on the blade bolt if recommended. The star drive pattern can be finicky to align—ensure the blade sits flat before tightening.
• Performance: Excellent for mulching leaves and grass clippings. Not ideal for bagging or side-discharge—the Gator design traps clippings under the deck.
• Gotcha: The blade may be slightly thicker than OEM (0.1875 vs 0.170 inches). Confirm your spindle bolt length can accommodate the extra thickness; otherwise, the bolt may bottom out.

Should You Buy It

Buy this blade if you have a 42–54 inch residential tractor with a 5-point star spindle and you prioritize fine mulching over bagging. Avoid it if your deck uses round-hole blades, you need a bagging-focused design, or your mower is an EGO battery model (despite the listing). At ~$29, it’s a solid value for the quality.