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The 8 Best blades for cub cadets of 2025

Are you trying to find blades for cub cadets among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!

We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling blades for cub cadets on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 29 hours of research and did 18 blades for cub cadets tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!

An overview of our top picks

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The best blades for cub cadets you can buy today

No. 1
MaxPower 561544B 2-Blade Set for 46 Inch Cut MTD/Cub Cadet/Troy-Bilt Replaces 942-04244, 942-04290, 942-04244A, 742-04290, 742-04244, Black
  • Replaces OEM numbers 942-04244, 942-04290, 94204244A, 742-04290, 742-04244
  • Also fits Craftsman CMXGZAM110131 and CMXGZAM110181
  • Includes 2 blades for many 46-in cut MTD, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt mowers
  • Each blade measures 23-1/4-in L x 3-in W
  • 6-Point star center hole
  • Manufactured to meet or exceed all OEM specifications
  • Check your owner's manual to verify the OEM number of the blade being replaced matches one of the OEM numbers provided for this item
  • Proudly made in the USA
No. 2
CUB CADET 19A30050100 Flat Top Xtreme 50' Mulching Kit S Shaped Mulching Blades
26 Consomer Reviews
CUB CADET 19A30050100 Flat Top Xtreme 50" Mulching Kit S Shaped Mulching Blades
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 19A30050100, Replaces: 19A30048100
  • Fits most Ultima Series ZT and XT Enduro Series Lawn Tractors and Zero-Turn Mowers with 50-in cutting decks.
  • Includes three Xtreme mulching blades, molded plug and mounting hardware.
  • Ideal for finely cutting grass clippings and redistributing them back into your lawn, providing essential nutrients.
  • S Shaped Center Hole Mulching Blades
SaleNo. 3
8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for Cub Cadet MTD Troy Bilt LTX1040 RZT-L42 942-04308-X 42-inch Deck (Toothed)
  • Replaces OEM Part Numbers: Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt 942-04308-X
  • Compatible with: Cub Cadet LTX1040, LTX1042KW, RZT-L42, RZT-L42 KH, RZT-S42, RZT-S42 KH, RZT-SX 42
  • Compatible with: Cub Cadet RZT-SX 42 KH, XT1-LT42, XT1-LT42C, XT2-LX42, XT2-LX42 KW, ZT1-42 KH
  • Compatible with: MTD: Craftsman T130, T1100, T1000, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T3000, LT1500, Z6000, Huskee LT4200
  • Compatible with: Troy Bilt TB42, Horse 42, Super Bronco 42, Bronco 42, TB1942, TB2142, Mustang 42
No. 4
CUB CADET 19A30051100 54" Xtreme Mulch Kit S Shape XT1 ZT1 ZT2 GT54 ST54 54P
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 19A30049100
  • Fits CUB CADET: 19A30051100 54" FAB Mulch Kit (Xtreme S), XT1-GT54 KH FAB, XT1-ST54 KH FAB, ZT1-54 KH FAB, ZT1-54P KW FAB, ZT2-54 KW FAB
  • Includes three Xtreme mulching blades, molded plug, mounting hardware and instructions
  • Ideal for finely cutting grass clippings and redistributing them back into your lawn, providing essential nutrients
  • Center Hole: S-Shaped
No. 5
CUB CADET 490-110-C131 Blade Set 46" Deck RZT46 LTX1046 XT1-LT46 XT2-LX46 ZT1-46
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 490-110-C131, Replaces: 742-04244, 942-04244, 942-04244A, 742-04244A, CMXGZAM110131, 490-110-M131
  • Fits CUB CADET: LTX1045, LTX1046, LTX1046KW, LTX1046M, LTX1046VT, RZT-L46 KH, RZT-L46 H, RZT-L46, RZT-LX46KW, RZT-S46 KH, RZT-SX 46 EFI, RZT-SX 46 KH, RZT-S46
  • Fits CUB CADET: Enduro Series: XT1-LT46 KH, XT1-LT46, XT1-LT46 EFI, XT2-LX46 EFI, XT2-LX46 KH, XT2-LX46 LE; Ultima Series: ZT1-46 KH, ZT2-46 KH
  • Fits Riding Mowers, Lawn Tractors and RZT Mowers with a Two-Blade 46-inch Cutting Deck (2009 -)
  • 2-in-1 blades are ideal for side discharging or bagging grass clippings
SaleNo. 6
Maxpower 561557B 3 Blade Set for Many, Craftsman Mowers for 54" Cut MTD/Cub Cadet/Troy-Bilt Replaces 742-05056, 942-05056, 742-05056A, 942-05056A, CMXGZAM110143
  • Includes 3 blade for many 54 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt mowers
  • Replaces OEM #'s 942-05056A, 742-05056 and 742-05056A
  • Also fits Craftsman CMXGZAM110143
  • Each blade in this set measures 18-5/8 in. L with 2-1/2 in W
  • 6 point star center hole
No. 7
CUB CADET 490-110-C188 60" Extreme Blade Set ZT2 ZT3 Ultima 60 Mulch KW KIT FAB
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 490-110-C188, Replaces: 742P05620-X
  • Fits CUB CADET: Ultima Series : ZT2-60, ZT3-60
  • Includes 3 Blades
No. 8
8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for MTD Cub Cadet RZT L46 S46 942-04290 942-04244 742-04244 742-04290 (Toothed Mulching)
  • Replaces OEM Part Numbers: Cub Cadet/MTD 942-04290-X, 742-04244, 942-04244, 942-04244A, 742-04290, 942-04290
  • Compatible with Models: Cub Cadet: LTX1045, LTX1046, LTX1046KW, LTX1046M, LTX1046VT, RZT-L46, RZT-L46KH, RZT-LX 46, RZT-S46, RZT-S46 KH, RZT-SX 46 EFI, RZT-SX 46 KH, XT1-LT46, XT1-LT46 EFI, XT1-LT46 KH, XT2-LX46, XT2-LX46 EFI, XT2-LX46 KH, XT2-LX46 KW, XT2-LX46 LE, ZT1-46 KH with 46 Inch Mower Decks
  • Compatible with: MTD: 13AL795T058, 13AN785T055, 13AR91PT099, 13AR91PT299, 13AX79WT083, 13AX915T001, 13AX915T004, 13AX935T001, 13AX935T004, 13BQA1ZT099, 17ADCACT058, 17ARCBDT597 with 46 Inch Mower Decks
  • Compatible with: MTD: CLT46CVT, LT2000, LT2500, T135, T150, T1500, T1600, T1700, T1900, T225, T240, T2600, T2700, T2800, T3100, T8200, T8600, Z530, Z6400 with 46 Inch Mower Decks
  • Blade Specs: Length 23 1/4", Width: 2 3/8", Center Hole 6-PT Star, Thickness 0.1875;
No. 9
CUB CADET 490-110-C203 Xtreme Mulching Blade Set 46" Decks Enduro XT1-LT46 XT2-LX46
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 490-110-C203
  • Fits CUB CADET: Enduro XT1-LT46 KH, Enduro XT2-LX46 KW FAB
  • Fits CUB CADET Lawn Tractors and Zero-Turn Mowers with 46-in. decks Includes two blades.
  • For Xtreme mulching and bagging performance. The unique blades help chop grass clippings finer than with standard blades.
  • Includes two blades.
No. 10
MaxPower 561544XB Commercial Mulching 2 Blade Set for 46” Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, 742-04290-X, 942-04290-X, 942-04361, Black
1,445 Consomer Reviews
MaxPower 561544XB Commercial Mulching 2 Blade Set for 46” Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, 742-04290-X, 942-04290-X, 942-04361, Black
  • Includes 2 commercial mulching blades for many 46 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt mowers
  • Replaces OEM numbers 742-04290-X, 942-04290-X, 942-04361
  • Each blade measures 23-1/4-in L and 2-1/2-in W
  • 6 point star center hole
  • Manufactured to meet or exceed all OEM specifications
  • All MaxPower blades are sharpened during the manufacturing process and then powder coated for your protection. This coating will come off during the first cut to reveal a precision sharpened blade.
No. 11
Maxpower 561540B 3 Blade Mulching Set for Many 46 in. Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt Mowers Replaces OEM #'s 942-04125, 942-04124, 942-0611, 942-0612, 942-0616, Black
  • Includes 3 blades for many 46 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt mowers
  • Long blades replaces OEM #'s Cub Cadet 742-04125, 942-04125, MTD 742-0611, 742-0611A, 942-0611, 9420611A, Toro 112-0304, and Windsor 50-3935.
  • Short blade replaces OEM #'s Cub Cadet 742-04124, 942-04124, MTD 742-0612, 742-0612A, 942-0612, 9420612A, Toro 112-0302, and Windsor 50-3940
  • 1 blade measuring 14-13/16 in. L and 2-1/2 in. W. with a 6 point. star center hole
  • 2 blades measuring 16-1/4 in. L and 2-1/2 in W with a 6 point. star center hole
No. 12
Maxpower 561532XB 2 Blade Commercial Mulching Set for 42' Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt Mowers, Replaces OEM no. 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126
1,752 Consomer Reviews
Maxpower 561532XB 2 Blade Commercial Mulching Set for 42" Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt Mowers, Replaces OEM no. 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126
  • Includes 2 commercial mulching blades for 42 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman mowers
  • Replaces OEM #'s 942-0616, 742-0616, 942-04126, 742-04126, 942-04126-x, 942-04308-x, 942-0616-x, 942-0616A, Windsor 51-4440
  • Each blade measures 21-3/16 in. L and 3 in. W
  • 6 point star center hole
  • Manufactured to meet or exceed all OEM specifications
  • All MaxPower blades are sharpened during the manufacturing process and then powder coated for your protection. This coating will come off during the first cut to reveal a precision sharpened blade.
No. 13
CUB CADET 490-110-C108 Blade Set 42" 04308 RZT SX XT1 XT2 ZT1 Ultima 42 S L LX42
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 490-110-C108, Replaces: 942-04308, 942-04308A, 742-04308, 742-04308A, OEM-742-04308, CMXGZAM110108, 490-110-M108
  • Fits CUB CADET: RZT42, RZT-L42 KH, RZT-L 42, RZTS 42 and RZT-SX 42 KH, ZT-1 42KH Zero-Turn Mowers; XT1 LT42 C, LT42 EFI, LT42 KH and XT2 LX42 EFI, LX42 KH and LX42 KW Enduro Yard Tractors
  • Includes 2 Blades
  • Star Shaped Center
SaleNo. 14
MaxPower 561545B 3-Blade Set for Many 50 in. Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt Mowers, Replaces OEM #'s 742-04056, 942-04056, 112-0316 and Others,Red
  • Includes 3 blades for many 50 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt mowers
  • This blade is 17.9" long and will not fit newer RZT mowers (2015-). Please refer to our 561558B blade set as a potential replacement blade set for these newer RZT's. Always verify your OEM replacement number before ordering blades
  • Replaces OEM #: MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-bilt, 942-04053, 742-04053, 742-04053a, 742-04053b, 742-04053c, 742-04056, 742-04056a, 742-04056b, 742-04056c, 942-04053a, 942-04053b, 942-04053c, 942-04056, 942-04056a, 942-04056c, Toro 112-0316, Windsor 50-2138
  • Each blade measures 17-29/32 in. L and 2-1/2 in. W
  • 6 point star center hole
  • Please verify your blade OEM number as this does not fit ALL 50" Cub Cadet models, only the ones that use the OEM numbers referenced above
  • All MaxPower blades are sharpened during the manufacturing process and then powder coated for your protection. This coating will come off during the first cut to reveal a precision sharpened blade.
SaleNo. 15
MaxPower 561558B 3 Blade Set for 50” Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Replaces OEM no. 942-05052A, 742-05052A, Black
  • Includes 3 blades for many 50 in. cut MTD and Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor and RZT mowers 2015 and after
  • Replaces OEM #'s 942-05052A and 742-05052A
  • Each blade in this set measures 17.25 in. L and 2.5 in. W
  • 6 point star center hole
  • Made to meet or exceed OEM specifications
No. 16
8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for MTD Cub Cadet RZT L46 46 inch Deck 942-04290 942-04244 742-04244 942-04244A (High-Lift)
  • Replaces OEM Part Numbers: Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy Bilt 742-04244, 742-04244A, 942-04244, 942-04244A
  • Compatible with: Cub Cadet LTX1045, LTX1046, LTX1046VT, RZT-L46, RZT-LX 46, RZT-S46, RZT-SX 46
  • Compatible with: Cub Cadet XT1-LT46, XT2-LX46, XT2-LX46 LE, XT2-LX46, ZT1-46, Z-Force S 46
  • Compatible with: MTD ZT-S46, M200-46, RZT46, T8200, Z6400, CYT4622SE, T1600, LT2500, LT2000, LT2200, YT946KH
  • Compatible with: Troy Bilt Mustang XP, Bronco, Thoroughbred, TB2246, TB46, Horse, Horse XP
No. 17
Maxpower 561556B Blade Set for 42" Cut MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt Replaces OEM No. 742-04308, 742-04312, 942-04308, 942-04312
  • Includes 2 blades for many 42 in. cut MTD, Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt mowers
  • Replaces OEM #'s 942-04312, 942-04308, 742-04308, 742-04312 and 119-8456
  • Also fits Craftsman CMXGZAM110108
  • Each blade measures 21-3/16 in. L and 2-1/4 in. W
  • 6 point star center hole
No. 18
CUB CADET 490-110-C202 Xtreme Mulching Blade Set 42" Decks Enduro XT1-LT42 XT2-LT42 Tractors
  • CUB CADET OEM Part Number: 490-110-C202, Replaces: CMXGZAM110202, 490-110-Y202, 742-05177A-X, 742P05177A-X
  • Fits CUB CADET: Enduro XT1-LT42 KH 13AKA9TSA10; Enduro XT2-LX42 KW FAB 13AGA1TEA10, Lawn Tractors
  • Blade Specs: Length: 21.23"; Center Hole Pattern: S; Blade Category: Xtreme; Blade Type: 2-in-1; Deck Cutting Width: 42"
  • For Xtreme mulching and bagging performance. The unique blades help chop grass clippings finer than with standard blades.
No. 19
8TEN LawnRAZOR Mower Blade Set for MTD 942-0677B Cub Cadet 942-0677A 742-0677A RZT54 RZT 54 inch Deck (Mulching)
  • Replaces OEM Part Numbers: Cub Cadet/MTD 742-0677, 742-0677A, 742-0677B, 942-0677, 942-0677B, 490-110-M117, Toro 112-0931, 98024
  • Compatible with Models: Cub Cadet: SLT1554, GT1054, GT1554, GTX1054, LGT1054, LGTX1054, RZT-L54KH, RZT-L54KW, RZT-S54, RZT54, RZT54KW, SLTX1054, SLTX1054VT with 54" Mower Decks
  • Compatible with: MTD: SLT-5400, GT-954, GT-954H, ZTL8000, ZTL8000, ZT54, PGT9000 with 54" Deck
  • Compatible with: Toro: GT2300 54" Mower Decks
  • Blade Specs: Length 18 5/16", Width 3", Center Hole 6 Point Star, Thickness 0.1875";
SaleNo. 20
MaxPower 561548B 2-Blade Set for 42 Inch Cut MTD/Cub Cadet/Troy Bilt Many Others, Replaces OEM #'s 42-04126, 742-04308, 742-0616
  • Replaces MTD/Cub Cadet/Troy-Bilt OEM #742-04126, 742-04308, 742-0616, 742-0616, 742-0616A, 742-0656, 942-04126, 942-04308, 942-04312, 942-0616, 942-0616A, 942-0616A, 942-0656
  • Replaces Toro 112-0315
  • Replaces Windsor 50-3252
  • Each blade measures 21-3/16" In length by 3" In width
  • 6 point star center hole6 point star center hole.Proudly made in the USA.Set includes 2 blades

How to choose a good blades for cub cadets

Does the idea of finding a fantastic blades for cub cadets make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!

Your presence here indicates that you are interested in blades for cub cadets. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top blades for cub cadets products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?

First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top blades for cub cadets on the market right now!

The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:

Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top blades for cub cadets brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.

Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top blades for cub cadets based on those.

Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.

Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.

Customer ratings:  Would it be accurate to suggest that the blades for cub cadets were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.

Customer Reviews: Like ratings,  provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.

Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good blades for cub cadets, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.

Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your blades for cub cadets.

Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting blades for cub cadets for months and years to come.

Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.

Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.

These are the standards by which we selected our blades for cub cadets. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.

Why should you believe us?

There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what blades for cub cadets should you purchase in 2022?

This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on blades for cub cadets.