QWD 942-04290 Mower Blades 2 Pack for Cub Cadet 46 Inch Deck, 6 Point Star High Lift Blades Replacement for 942-04244A 742-04290 742-04244, Fits LT46 XT1 LT46 XT2 LX46 Troy-Bilt Craftsman

What It Is

This is a 2-pack of high-lift, 6-point star mower blades designed for Cub Cadet 46-inch cutting decks. They improve grass discharge and bagging performance, ideal for thick or wet grass on mid-size residential zero-turn and lawn tractors.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck size: Fits only 46-inch decks with a 6-point star spindle mount (not oval or single-hole).
• OEM cross-reference: Replaces Cub Cadet 942-04244A, 742-04290, 742-04244.
• Models: Works with Cub Cadet LT46 XT1, LT46 XT2, LX46, plus Troy-Bilt and Craftsman tractors with the same 46-inch star deck. Check your deck’s part number or spindle shape before ordering.
• Measurements: Blade length ~20.5 inches, center hole diameter ~1 inch (star pattern). Confirm your old blade matches these dimensions.

Key Things to Know

• High-lift design creates strong airflow for superior mulching and bagging, but increases engine load slightly—may reduce runtime on electric models.
• Installation is straightforward with a socket and torque wrench (recommended 70-90 ft-lbs). Use thread locker on spindle bolts to prevent loosening.
• Sharpened and balanced out of the box, but check balance with a balancer for perfect cut quality.
• Common gotcha: The star pattern must align exactly with your spindle’s splines—forcing a mismatch can damage the blade or spindle.

Should You Buy It

If you own a Cub Cadet or compatible 46-inch star-deck tractor and want OEM-level cut quality and better grass lift for bagging or heavy mowing, this is a reliable, affordable upgrade. Avoid if your deck uses an oval or single-hole spindle mount.