Quick Answer
The Cub Cadet LT1046 46-inch lawn tractor uses more than one PTO clutch path depending on model number and production configuration. Most LT1046 quick-reference paths route to 917-04174A, while the 2007-and-before PTO system diagram also shows an LT1046-specific 917-04080 path.
Cub Cadet LT1046 PTO Clutch Table
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| Model Number | Year Path | OEM PTO Clutch | Superseded Number | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13AP11CH010 | 2008 & after | 717-04174A | 917-04174A | 917-04174 PTO Clutch | Main confirmed path for 2008-and-after LT1046. |
| 13AP11CH709 | 2007 & before | 717-04174A | 917-04174A | 917-04174 PTO Clutch | Shown in the PTO system diagram and quick-reference path. |
| 13AP11CH710 | 2007 & before | 717-04174A | 917-04174A | 917-04174 PTO Clutch | Shown in the PTO system diagram and quick-reference path. |
| 13AP11CH709 | 2007 & before | 717-04080 | 917-04080 | 917-04080 PTO Clutch | LT1046-specific alternate PTO diagram path. Match original clutch before ordering. |
| 13AP11CH710 | 2007 & before | 717-04080 | 917-04080 | 917-04080 PTO Clutch | LT1046-specific alternate PTO diagram path. Match original clutch before ordering. |
Recommended Deck Kit
For the matching 46-inch deck rebuild path, use the 46-Inch Deck Rebuild Kit for Cub Cadet LT1045 & LT1046. This kit includes the 954-04153 belt, 742-04125 / 942-04125 blade, 742-04124 / 942-04124 blade, 618-0660 / 918-0660 spindle, 756-04129 / 956-04129 idler, and 756-0627 / 956-0627 / 756-0365 idler.
Cub Cadet LT1046 46-Inch Deck Parts Table
| Component | Quantity | OEM Part Number Path | Deck Kit Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Belt | 1 | 754-04153 / 954-04153 / 954-04153A | 46-inch deck drive belt path included in the LT1046 deck kit. |
| Blade — Long Position | 2 | 742-04125 / 942-04125 / 742-0611 / 942-0611 | Two longer blades used on this uneven 3-blade 46-inch deck layout. Aftermarket length path: 16-1/4 inch. |
| Blade — Short Position | 1 | 742-04124 / 942-04124 / 942-0612 / 9420612A | One shorter blade used with the two longer blades. Aftermarket length path: 14-13/16 inch. |
| Spindle Assembly | 3 | 618-0660 / 918-0660 / 918-0625B | Three spindle assemblies included for the 46-inch deck rebuild path. |
| Idler Pulley | 1 | 756-04129 / 956-04129 | Flat/idler pulley path included in the deck kit. |
| Idler Pulley | 1 | 756-0627 / 956-0627 / 756-0627D / 756-0365 | Secondary idler pulley path included in the deck kit. |
Blade Layout Note
This 46-inch LT1046 deck uses an uneven 3-blade layout: two longer blades in the 742-04125 / 942-04125 path and one shorter blade in the 742-04124 / 942-04124 path. This is normal for this deck design. Mark blade positions before removal and match your original blade layout before ordering.