Quick Answer
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 50-inch lawn tractor uses the 917-05001 electric PTO clutch path when matched to the model numbers shown below. The matching 50-inch deck parts path uses the 954-04077A deck belt, 942-04053C blades, and 918-04125C spindle assemblies.
This guide is for the confirmed Cub Cadet SLT1550 50-inch deck path shown below.
Cub Cadet SLT1550 PTO Clutch Table
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| Model Name | Model Number | Year Path | Deck Size | OEM PTO Clutch | Service Replacement | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet SLT1550 | 13AQ11BP710 13AQ11BP756 13RQ11BP756 | 2007 & before | 50-inch deck | 717-1774B | 917-05001 | 917-05001 PTO Clutch | Confirmed PTO clutch path for this SLT1550 model number. |
Cub Cadet SLT1550 50-Inch Deck Parts Table
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| Component | Quantity | OEM Part Number Path | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Belt | 1 | 754-04077 / 754-04077A / 954-04077 / 954-04077A | 954-04077A Deck Belt | Confirmed 50-inch deck belt path for this SLT1550 deck configuration. |
| Blade | 3 | 742-04053 / 742-04053A / 742-04053B / 742-04053C / 942-04053 / 942-04053A / 942-04053B / 942-04053C | 742-04053 / 942-04053C Mower Blades | Uses three matching blades on this 50-inch deck path. |
| Spindle Assembly | 3 | 618-04125 / 918-04125 / 918-04125C / 618-04126 / 918-04126B | 618-04125 / 918-04125 Spindle Assembly | Uses three spindle assemblies for this 50-inch deck path. |
Model Path Note
This SLT1550 guide uses the 917-05001 PTO clutch, 954-04077A belt, 942-04053C blades, and 918-04125C spindle assemblies. This is the 2007-and-before SLT1550 50-inch deck path.
Before Ordering
- Confirm your mower is a Cub Cadet SLT1550.
- Confirm your model number is listed in the PTO clutch table above.
- Use the 917-05001 PTO clutch for the PTO clutch path.
- Use the 954-04077A deck belt for the deck belt path.
- Use the 742-04053 / 942-04053C mower blades for the blade path.
- Use the 618-04125 / 918-04125 spindle assembly for the spindle path.
Common Symptoms
- Blades will not engage when the PTO switch is pulled
- PTO clutch clicks but the deck belt does not spin
- Blades engage cold, then slow down after mowing for 10 to 30 minutes
- Deck belt slips, squeals, or jumps off the pulley path
- Rough spindle bearings, vibration, or uneven cut quality
- Burning smell near the clutch or deck belt area
FAQ
What PTO clutch fits a Cub Cadet SLT1550?
The Cub Cadet SLT1550 model numbers listed in this guide use the 917-05001 PTO clutch path. This replaces the 717-1774B PTO clutch shown for the SLT1550 PTO system.
Is 717-1774B the same replacement path as 917-05001?
Yes. For this SLT1550 path, 717-1774B routes to the 917-05001 PTO clutch replacement path.
What deck belt fits the Cub Cadet SLT1550 50-inch deck?
This SLT1550 50-inch deck path uses the 954-04077A deck belt. This belt also follows the 754-04077, 754-04077A, and 954-04077 belt number path.
What blades fit the Cub Cadet SLT1550?
This 50-inch deck path uses three 742-04053 / 942-04053C mower blades.
What spindle fits the Cub Cadet SLT1550?
This SLT1550 50-inch deck path uses the 618-04125 / 918-04125 spindle assembly path. The diagram path shows 918-04126B, which supersedes to 918-04125C. Three spindle assemblies are used on the deck.
Is there a full deck kit for the Cub Cadet SLT1550?
Not currently for this exact 954-04077A / 942-04053C / 918-04125C SLT1550 deck path. Use the individual clutch, belt, blade, and spindle links above.
Is this the same deck parts path as the LT1050 or SLTX1050?
This SLT1550 guide shares the 954-04077A belt, 942-04053C blade, and 918-04125C spindle path with some related Cub Cadet 50-inch models, but always use the model-number path shown in the table above.
Need help confirming fitment? Email PTO Direct USA with your mower model number and deck size before ordering.