Replacement 942-04417 High Lift Mower Blades, Compatible with 48" Deck Cub Cad et Enforcer Recon 48 Tank Z-Force Pro Z Lawn Tractors, Replace for 01005336 742-04417 942-04417A, 3 PACK

What It Is

This is a set of three high-lift mower blades designed for 48-inch decks, optimized for bagging and side-discharge on heavier grass. They are a direct replacement for Cub Cadet, Enforcer, Recon, Tank, and Z-Force Pro zero-turn lawn tractors.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify your deck is exactly 48 inches (measure from blade tip to blade tip). These blades replace OEM part numbers 01005336, 742-04417, and 942-04417A. They fit Cub Cadet models including the Enforcer 48, Recon 48, Tank SZ, Z-Force SZ, Z-Force LZ, and Pro Z 500/700/900 series with 48-inch decks. They also work on Craftsman and MTD models with compatible spindle patterns. Measure your current blade length (should be ~20.5 inches), center hole diameter (5/8 inch), and offset. Not compatible with 42-inch or 54-inch decks.

Key Things to Know

• High lift design increases airflow for better bagging and clumping, but creates more drag—expect slightly reduced engine RPM and fuel efficiency.
• Installation difficulty: Easy. Remove the deck, use a block of wood to stop blade rotation, and replace one at a time. Torque to 70-90 ft-lbs.
• Common gotcha: These blades are sharper and more aggressive than standard mulching blades. Do not use for mulching unless you have a dedicated mulching plug; they will leave clumps.
• Quality check: Aftermarket set, but consistently rated 4.6/5. Check for balanced packaging—unbalanced blades will cause vibration. Balance if needed.

Should You Buy It

Buy if you have a 48-inch Cub Cadet or compatible zero-turn and need reliable bagging or side-discharge performance at a lower price than OEM. Skip if you primarily mulch or have a different deck size.