742P05086 / 490-110-C194 / 742-05086 High-Lift Mower Blades for Cub Cadet 54-Inch Deck | 3-Pack

Overview

These 742P05086 ultra-high-lift mower blades fit select Cub Cadet, MTD, Craftsman, and Troy-Bilt garden tractors and zero-turn mowers using the later 54-inch blade path.

This listing includes three mower blades, providing one complete blade replacement for a compatible three-blade 54-inch mower deck.

These blades replace 742P05086, 742-05086, 490-110-C194, 490-110-F194, 490-110-Y194, and CMXGZAM110194. Supplier cross-references also include 810-CBL2720D and C-BLD-0508.

Important: This is the standard ultra-high-lift blade path. Do not confuse it with the separate 742P05086-X Xtreme blade or 742P05086-L low-lift sand blade. Match the complete blade number, dimensions, center opening, blade count, and mower model before ordering.

Key Features

• Aftermarket ultra-high-lift mower blade set
• Primary OEM Blade Number: 742P05086
• Packaged Blade-Set Path: 490-110-C194
• Quantity Included: Three mower blades
• Deck Cutting Width: 54 inches
• Blade Length: 18-9/16 inches
• Blade Width: 3-3/8 inches
• Blade Thickness: Approximately 3.2 mm
• Center Pattern: Distributor-described diamond-shaped center
• Blade Style: Ultra high lift
• Blades Required Per Deck: Three

Replaces These Blade Numbers

OEM Blade Numbers

• 742P05086
• 742-05086

Three-Blade Set Numbers

• 490-110-C194
• 490-110-F194
• 490-110-Y194
• CMXGZAM110194

Additional Supplier Cross-References

• 810-CBL2720D
• C-BLD-0508

Search-Friendly Number Formats

• 742P05086
• 74205086
• 490110C194
• 490110F194
• 490110Y194
• CMXGZAM110194
• 810CBL2720D
• CBLD0508

Blade Specifications

• Blade Length: 18-9/16 inches / 471 mm
• Blade Width: 3-3/8 inches / 86 mm
• Blade Thickness: Approximately 3.2 mm
• Center Hole: Diamond-shaped replacement opening
• Blade Style: Ultra high lift
• Blade Category: Standard
• Deck Size Path: 54 inches
• Deck Blade Count: Three
• Quantity Included: Three blades

Center-Hole Fitment Note

Cub Cadet describes the OEM 742P05086 blade as using an S-shaped center pattern. The distributor describes the center opening on these compatible aftermarket replacement blades as diamond shaped.

The terminology can differ between OEM and aftermarket catalogs. Use the complete 742P05086 part-number path and compare the physical center opening with the original blade and spindle shaft before installation.

Compatible Mower and Deck Path

These blades are intended for select later-production 54-inch Cub Cadet, MTD, Craftsman, and Troy-Bilt mower decks using the 742P05086 blade-number path.

Compatible applications may include selected models within these mower families:

• Cub Cadet Enduro XT1 54-inch deck models
• Cub Cadet Enduro XT2 54-inch deck models
• Cub Cadet Ultima ZT1 54
• Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 54
• Selected Craftsman 54-inch mower decks
• Selected Troy-Bilt 54-inch mower decks
• Selected MTD 54-inch mower decks

Fitment note: Model-family names and deck sizes are only starting points. Production changes can result in different blade centers and spindle assemblies within the same mower family. Confirm the original blade number or official model-specific parts diagram before ordering.

Cub Cadet Ultima Fitment Note

Later-production Cub Cadet ZT1 54 and ZT2 54 mower decks use the 742P05086 blade family with the later 618P09236 spindle path.

Earlier Ultima 54-inch decks may use 942-05056A six-point-star blades with 918-06978 spindle assemblies. These 742P05086 replacement blades should not be installed on the earlier six-point-star spindle system.

Why Choose High-Lift Blades?

Ultra-high-lift blades create stronger airflow beneath the mower deck. This airflow helps lift grass upright before cutting and moves clippings toward the discharge opening or collection system.

• Strong airflow for side-discharge mowing
• Improved grass-lifting action before cutting
• Suitable for grass-collection and bagging systems
• Standard replacement style for the 742P05086 blade path

High-lift blades may circulate more dust than low-lift blades in dry or sandy mowing conditions.

Choose the Correct 742P05086 Blade Style

742P05086 Ultra High Lift

The standard blade sold in this listing. Designed to produce strong deck airflow for side discharge, grass collection, and bagging.

742P05086-X Xtreme

A separate 2-in-1 cutting profile designed to chop clippings more finely for mulching and bagging. See the 742P05086-X Xtreme mower blade listing.

742P05086-L Low Lift

A separate sand-blade path designed to produce less airflow in dry, dusty, or abrasive mowing conditions.

These blade styles may use the same general later-production mounting family, but their cutting profiles and intended mowing performance differ. Match the complete part-number suffix and select the appropriate blade style for your mowing conditions.

Before Ordering

Before ordering these mower blades, confirm all of the following:

• The original blade number is 742P05086 or 742-05086.
• The original three-blade set number is 490-110-C194, 490-110-F194, 490-110-Y194, or CMXGZAM110194.
• Each original blade measures approximately 18-9/16 inches long.
• Each original blade measures approximately 3-3/8 inches wide.
• The replacement center opening matches the original blade and spindle shaft.
• The mower uses three blades on its 54-inch deck.
• You need the standard ultra-high-lift blade rather than the Xtreme or low-lift version.
• The spindle shafts, blade bolts, washers, and mower deck are in usable condition.

Compare the replacement blades directly with the original blades before installation. Do not install the blades until fitment is fully confirmed.

Common Symptoms of Worn Mower Blades

• Grass tears instead of cutting cleanly
• Uneven or streaked cut quality
• Reduced side-discharge or bagging performance
• Rounded or heavily worn cutting edges
• Visible cracks, bends, or impact damage
• Excessive deck vibration caused by a bent or unbalanced blade

Installation Notes

• Park the mower on a level surface and remove the ignition key.
• Disconnect the spark-plug lead before working underneath the mower deck.
• Mark the original blade orientation before removal.
• Inspect the spindle shafts, blade bolts, washers, and deck shell.
• Compare the new blade length, width, and center opening with the original blades.
• Install the cutting edges in the correct rotation direction.
• Tighten the blade hardware to the mower manufacturer’s specified torque.
• Rotate the blades manually to confirm proper deck clearance before operating the mower.

FAQ

What blade numbers do these replace?

These blades replace 742P05086 and 742-05086. The complete three-blade set also replaces 490-110-C194, 490-110-F194, 490-110-Y194, and CMXGZAM110194.

How many blades are included?

This listing includes three mower blades, providing one complete blade replacement for a compatible three-blade 54-inch mower deck.

How long are the blades?

Each aftermarket blade measures approximately 18-9/16 inches long, or 471 mm.

How wide are the blades?

Each blade measures approximately 3-3/8 inches wide, or 86 mm.

What center hole do these blades use?

The distributor describes the replacement center as diamond shaped. Cub Cadet describes the corresponding OEM 742P05086 mounting pattern as S shaped. Compare the physical opening with the original blade and spindle before installation.

Are these high-lift blades?

Yes. These are ultra-high-lift replacement blades intended to create strong deck airflow for side discharge, grass collection, and bagging.

Do these fit a Cub Cadet ZT1 54?

They fit later-production Cub Cadet ZT1 54 mower decks using the 742P05086 blade path. They do not fit earlier ZT1 54 decks using six-point-star 942-05056A blades and 918-06978 spindles.

Do these fit a Cub Cadet ZT2 54?

They fit later-production Cub Cadet ZT2 54 mower decks using the 742P05086 blade path. Confirm the complete mower model number and original blade-center pattern before ordering.

What is the difference between 742P05086 and 742P05086-X?

The 742P05086 is the standard ultra-high-lift blade sold in this listing. The 742P05086-X uses a separate Xtreme 2-in-1 cutting profile intended for enhanced mulching and finer clipping performance.

What is the difference between 742P05086 and 742P05086-L?

The 742P05086 creates strong airflow for side discharge and bagging. The 742P05086-L is a low-lift sand blade designed to reduce airflow and dust in dry or abrasive mowing conditions.

Can I order these blades using the 54-inch deck size alone?

No. Cub Cadet and MTD produced multiple 54-inch blade and spindle systems. Match the complete original blade number, blade dimensions, center opening, blade count, and mower model before ordering.

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