Are you trying to find lawn mower pulleys 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 lawn mower pulleys 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 27 hours of research and did 32 lawn mower pulleys 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!
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The best lawn mower pulleys you can buy today
- Spindle Pulley for Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan
- Measures 6-1/4 in. O.D., 5/8 in. splined I.D. (bore), 7/8 in. H
- Replaces OEM #'s 195945, 197473, 532-195945
- Fits newer 42 in. and 46 in. decks
- Replace Part Number: 532194326 Mower Idler Pulley Replaces 194326 705079, 532194327 Flat Idler Pulley Replaces 194327.
- Product Includes: 2 X 532194326 Mower Idler Pulley (Inner Diameter: 0.39" | Outer Diameter: 3.555" | Height: 0.39") & 1 X 532194327 Flat Idler Pulley (OD: 3-1/2 in; Height: 3/8 in; ID: 3/8 in).
- Also Compatible with Husqvarna Craftsman AYP Poulan Poulan Pro Roper Weeed Eater etc
- Compatible with AYP C20H42YT, PB19542LT, PB19546LT, PB19H42LT, PB195H46YT, PB19H42YT, PB20H42LT, PB20H42YT, PB20H46LT, PB22H42YT, PB22H46YT and PB22H48YT
- Compatible with Husqvarna 2042LS, 2146XLS, 2246LS, 2346XLS, 2348LS, 2354GXLS, 2748GLS, 2754GLS, CT126, CT154, CTH126, CTH164T, CTH174, CTH184T, CTH194, CTH19530, CTH204T, CTH2138R, CTH224T
- This ground drive idler pulley is made of hard plastic. It applies tension to the belt, allowing the belt to turn.
- Compatible with Husqv ride mower 2042 LS, 2246 LS, 2348 LS, GTH 2448, GTH2654, GTH 26 K 54, GTH2648, YTH24K48, YTH 2348, LT 1538, LGT2554, etc. Also fits with Poulan lawn tractor: PB20H42YT, PB22H46Y, PB195H42LT, PB2042YT, PBGT26H54, PB23H48YT, etc.
- Works with Craftsman 42" 54" lawn tractor: 917287220, 917287140, 917287240, 917.276865, 917288517, 917288260, 917288612, 917253630, 917254311, 917276621, 917203810, etc. Also fits with Weed Eater W14538 lawn tractor. More details please find in product description.
- Bearings well greased. Easy to install.
- Replace OEM part number: Ariens # 280-6630, HU Craftsman # 194327, HU Craftsman #532194327.
- 【Application】The 177968 flat idler pulley is used in conjunction with the belt to transfer power from the engine to the tractor. Perfectly compatible with HU Sears Poulan Lawn Tractors with 42" 46" 48" Deck.
- 【Compatible Models】The idler pulley is compatible with ①Craftsman YS4500, 917203780, 917250220, 917272233, etc. ②HU YTH1542, YTH1848, YTH2148, GTH2248, ③Poulan Pro PB195H42LT, PB20H42YT, ④WE W14538, WELRVBA30, etc. lawn tractors.
- 【Replaces OEM Part Numbers】For 177968, 193197, 532177968, 532193197, For Ariens 21546308, For Murray 708000, 705061. Please check the original part number and make sure this part fit your model before ordering.
- 【Easy Installation】Disconnect the spark plug wire before installing the pulley, and use a wrench and socket for easier installation.
- 【Package Includes & Size】177968, 193197 flat idler pulley x 1. With height 1-1/2", OD: 3-7/8", ID: 3/8".
- Made of high quality steel, this idler pulley is solid built and durable to use
- Easy to install and runs smooth
- Compatible with Craftsman Husq Ariens Sears Poulan riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 46" 48" 54" deck
- Replaces for # 196106, 197379, 532196106, 532197379
- ID: 3/8",Height: 1-5/8",OD: 5-3/8", check the size before you buy it
- Replaces Models: 581904001, 587973001, 587969201
- Compatible With Husqvarna Models: LC356AWD, LC 356VB, HU625AWD, HU675AWD, HU700AWD, HU725AWD, HU775AWD, HU800AWD, HU800AWDH, HU725AWD/BBC, HU725AWDH, HU725AWDHQ,.
- 587969201 Idler Pulley Use for Husqvarna: LC221A, LC221AH, LC356VB, LC221RH, LC221R
- Compatible with Models: HD775HW, HU700H, HU700L, HU800H, P160RWD, PR675AWD, PR725Y22RP.
- Compatible With Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan Pro, Jonsered, Murray, Snapper other brands 22" Walk Behind Mowers
- Please note: Please pay attention to check the model before purchase to avoid unsuitable. If you have any problem in use, please contact us in time. We will help you solve it within 24 hours.
- Please note: !!!! This set contains two identical pulleys and one different pulley, please check the model before buying.
- Made of high quality steel, this idler pulley is solid built and durable to use.
- Easy to install and runs smooth
- Compatible with Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 lawn mower tractor with 42" deck, Replacement for part #165888 in Craftsman mower.
- Compatible with Husq LT16542, LT18452, LTH1342, LTH1542, LTH1742, LTH18542, LTH2042, YTH130, YTH1342XP, YTH1542, YTH1842, YTH1848, YTH18542, YTH2042, YTH2048, YTH2242, YTKH1542XP etc.
- Replaces for part# AYP 173437 532173437 131494 532131494 173438 532173438.
- 【Replace Part Numbers】 033-6004-00
- 【Compatible With】 ZT, Pup, Lig htning, Mav erick, Out law, Outla w XP, Dies els, Ou tlaw Extre me Lawn Mower, fit for 60" Decks Lawn Mower
- 【Product Dimensions】 OD 6", Height 7/8", ID 1"
- 【Easy Installation】 The Idler Pulley is designed for quick and effortless installation, ensuring a smooth-running operation for your machinery
- 【Durable Corrosion Resistant】 Constructed with corrosion-resistant materials, this pulley is built to withstand harsh environments, ensuring a long-lasting and reliable solution for your needs. With its smooth operation, it ensures efficient power transmission, minimizing friction and noise
- ▶ Fits for Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, Wizard, AYP, EHP, Ariens, Electrolux, Dixon riding lawn mower tractors: 42", 48", 54" decks. Please make sure your old parts number are compatible with this model number
- ▶ Replaces for AYP/Husqvarna: 129861, 153535, 153535MS, 173436, 177865, 532129861, 532153535, 532173436
- ▶ Fit for Stens 275-284, Raisman 80-91-050, Laser 95139, fits for Rotary 7180, 275-284, for Ariens 21546127
- ▶ Size: 5/8" ID, 5-3/16" OD, 7/8" Height. Please make sure your old parts are the same size as this one
- ▶Attention! There are many similar models of this pulley, be sure of the model number & size of your original part to make the pulley work well!
- Part number: 033-6004-00
- Compatible with: ZT, P-up, L-ightning, M-averick, O-utlaw, O-utlaw XP, D-iesels, O-utlaw E-xtreme Lawn Mower.
- Compatible with ZT, P-up, fit for 60" Decks Lawn Mower.
- Material: Spindle Pulley is made of high quality metal material. It is wear-resistant and not prone to aging or rust, which makes the product more durable, Increase the service life of the product.
- Thanks to replacement of Spindle Pulley, Spindle Pulley fits Spindle Assembly more closely, making the machine work more efficiently.
- 【Replace OEM Part Number】Idler pulley is compatible with John Deere 42 inch and 48 inch mower deck, Replaces part# GY20067, GY22172.
- 【Fits Model】Fits for John Deere D140 D102 D110 D125 D130, L120 L118 L100 L105 L110 L130 L108, LA145 LA130 LA165 LA105 LA125 LA135 lawn mower tractor. Fits for Sabre models 14542GS, 1642Hs, 1742Hs, 17542Hs lawn Tractors; fits for Scotts models L2048, L1742, L17542, L2048, and L2548 lawn Tractors.
- 【Well-Designed】Made of high quality steel, this gy22172 idler pulley is solid built and durable to use. Please check the size and replacement part number before buying.
- 【Easy to Install】Easy to install and runs smooth without bearing noise.
- 【Package Includes&Dimensions】GY20067 idler pulley x 1. Dimensions: OD: 3-5/8 inch, ID: 11/16 inch, Height: 1-3/16 inch, check the size before you buy it.
- 153535 spindle pulley Compatible with Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 DGT-6000 DLT3000 GT5000 DSG6500 T2000 YT4500 riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 48" 54” deck
- Also Compatible with Husq Z254 2548 YTH2348 YTH18K42 LGT26K54 LGT2754 MZ52LE riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 48" 54” deck. Compatible with Poulan Pro Ariens Sears tractor with 42" 48" 54” deck
- Replaces for 129861, 153535, 173436, 177865, 532129861, 532173436, 532153535. Check the size before you buy it.
- Made of high quality steel, this spindle pulley is solid built and durable to use.
- Easy to install and runs smooth.
- Compatible with Cub Cad LT1050 LT1045 LTX1040 LTX1046 LTX1045 LTX1050 RZT50 LT1550 SLT1554 RZT54 GTX1054 GTX2154LE LGT1050 LGT1054 LGTX1050 LGTX1054 CC760 CC760ES i1042 i1050 GT1054 GT2544 GT2550 GT2554 RZT-L50 RZT-L54 RZT-S42 RZT-S46 RZT-S50 RZT-S54 SLTX1550 SLTX1054 LT1040 LTX1042 RZT42 RZT54 RZT-L42 RZT-L46 etc.
- Also Compatible with Troy-Bilt GT50 GT54 RZT42 RZT50 TB42 TB2142 TB2246 TB2450 Pony Bronco Super Bronco Horse Big Red Horse Range Rider Mustang Mustang XP Colt XP etc.
- Work with 42" 46" 48" 50" 54" Deck, Replaces 756-04129 753-08171 756-04129B 756-04129C 956-04129 956-04129C.
- Made of high quality steel, this idler pulley is solid built and durable to use.
- Easy to install and runs smooth.
- 【Replace OEM Part Numbers】194326 and 532-194326m, this idler pulley is made of hard plastic and metal, durable to use and spin easily.
- 【Compatible】Compatible with Craftsman/Hus qvarna/McCulloch/Sears/Poulan/Poulan Pro/AYP/Weed Eater riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 54" deck.
- 【Fit Models】Compatible with Craftsman YT3000 YET4000 4500 GT6000, Compatible with Hus qvarna 2042 LS, 2246 LS, 2348 LS, GTH 2448, GTH2654, GTH26K54, GTH2648, YTH24K48, YTH 2348, LT 1538, LGT2554, etc. Poulan PB20H42YT, PB22H46Y, PB195H42LT, PB2042YT, PBGT26H54, PB23H48YT, etc.
- 【Application】Easy to install and it is used to quiet down the drive belt noise, making it sound and run as new.
- 【Dimensions】The bearing of the pulley is well greased. ID: 5/8", OD: 3-1/2", Height: 3/4". Please check the size before you buy it.
- Replaces Parts OEM：AYP/Roper/Sears 196106,197379,532196106;53 219 61-06;Oregon 34-901;Rotary 13175
- Size: 5-3/8" outer diameter, 3/8"inner diamter, 1-5/8" height
- Fit for Craftsman Husq Ariens Sears Poulan riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 46" 48" 54" deck
- Fits 42 48 54" Riders,Hus qvarna GT 52XLS,GTH 2448T,GTH 24V52LS,GTH 27V48LS,GTH 52XLS,LSZ 4622,RZ 4219,RZ 5422,RZ5424,RZ 5426,RZ4619,RZ 4623RZ 5426,RZ 54i,YT 42XLS,YTH 22V42LS,YTH 24V48LS,YTH 2448T,YTH 2242TDF,YTH 24V42LS,GT 52XLS,Z 246,and Z 254
- Package Includes:1 pulley as pictured;Reminding:This is No-Original replacement part,100% Brand New,Primer and Reliable Quality
- Fits 42 inch deck Craftsman/Husqvarna/Poulan
- 5-3/16” OD, 5/8” splined ID, 7/8” height
- Replaces OEM #129861, 153535, 173436, 177865, 532129861, 532173436, 532153535
- 【Replaces OEM Parts Numbers】①The Flat Idler Pulley replaces Hu sqvarna HU / Crafts man / AYP 532131494, 532173438, 131494, 532131494, 104360X ② John Dee re JD AM103480, AM37321 ③ Poul an/Weed Eater/Roy bi/Jon sered 597025001 ④ 280-671, Ro tary 9376, Oreg on 34-046. (Please check your original part number before purchase!)
- 【Compatible with Mowers】 ① Crafts man LT1000, LT125, 917.275682, 917254420, 917255916, 917254422, 917250031, 917253742, 917255915, 917255932, 917255918, 917250910, 917253744. ② Hu sqvarna HU LTH130, LT120, LTH1542. ③ AYP AYP7122A29. ④ John Dee re 110, 1646H, 9400. (Please check more in the description!)
- 【Application】Lawn mower deck idler pulley attaches to the idler bracket and helps to ensure smooth movement of the belts within your ride mower, ride-on lawn mower, riding mower, lawn tractor, etc.
- 【Dimensions】ID: 3/8", OD: 3-7/8", H: 1-3/16". Please allow 0.5" difference due to manually measured.
- 【Package Included】Idler pulley x 2. Made of steel. Packed in box, won't be broken during transportation.
- Replaces OEM Part Numbers：Fit for AYP 173437, 532173437,for Hus 173437, 532173437, 532165888,for Craftsman 532173437 165888 173437.
- Fits: Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 lawn mower tractor with 42" deck from 2000-UP.
- Durability & Run Smoothly: This idler pulley is made of high quality steel, ensuring its durability and reliability. It is also easy to install and runs smoothly, making it a great choice for those looking for a long-lasting and hassle-free solution.
- Product Dimensions: ID: 3/8 Inch, OD: 3-7/8 Inch, Height: 1-1/4 Inch.
- Please check the OEM number for a proper fit !
- 3 1/2” FLAT IDLER PULLEYS - Each pack includes 2 pieces of black flat idler pulleys with an overall outer diameter of 3 1/2 inches, an inner diameter of 3/8 inch, and a height of 1 1/2 inches
- OEM-QUALITY EXACT REPLACEMENT FLAT IDLER PULLEY - Manufactured according to OEM specifications with special consideration for quality and durability. Exact replacement for part numbers 280-6630, 194327, and 532-194327
- COMPATIBLE WITH ARIENS, CRAFTSMAN, HUSQVARNA, AND POULAN - These flat idler pulleys are interchangeable with select yard tractors and riding mower models, including Poulan C20H42YT, Poulan PB19H42LT, and Poulan PB19H42YT. Consult your model’s user manual for the required pulley part number
- MADE OF HEAVY-DUTY BLACK PLASTIC - Lightweight but heavy-duty, these flat idler pulleys are perfect as general-purpose pulleys for lawn mowers and small electric motor power transmission
- WITH SEALED BEARINGS - The bearing inner diameter is 0.669 inch. These are radial single-row sealed bearings that come with a 0.669 inch down to 3/8 inch bore adapter
- 【Replacement OEM Part Numbers】Pulley-idler compatible with Toro/Ex mark 106-2175, 132-9420, Rotary 12901.
- 【Compatible Mower】Mower pulley compatible with ① Toro TimeCutter SS5000, SS5035, SS4225, SS4235, ZX480, Z5000, Z4200, MX4260, MX5060 ② Ex mark 42" Quest, 42" Quest E-Series, 42" Quest S-Series, 50" Quest, 50" Quest E-Series, 50" Quest S-Series, 54" Quest E-Series ③ Lawn Boy 81228 Precision Z310, etc. zero turn riding lawn mower. For 32, 38, 42, 50 and 54 inch deck.
- 【Application】Mower deck idler pulley attaches to the idler bracket and helps to apply tension to the v-belt, pressing against the belt to engage, thus providing for more powerful transmission for your riding mower, zero turn mower, lawn tractor, garden tractor, snowblower, snow thrower, etc.
- 【Dimensions】ID/Bore: 3/8", OD: 4 1/8", H: 1 7/16". Please allow 0.4"-0.8" difference due to manually measured.
- 【Package Included】Flat idler pulley x 3. Made of metal. Packed in box, won't be broken during transportation.
How to choose a good lawn mower pulleys
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