{"product_id":"mower-blades-94204053-3-pack","title":"942-04053 3-Pack Mower Blades for Cub Cadet RZT 50 \u0026 MTD 50-Inch Decks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053 3-pack mower blade set\u003c\/strong\u003e is a replacement blade set for select \u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet RZT 50\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMTD\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTroy-Bilt\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eToro\u003c\/strong\u003e, and related 50-inch mower deck applications using the listed blade replacement numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade set replaces common MTD-built blade numbers including \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053C\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053B\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart type:\u003c\/strong\u003e mower blade set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary replacement number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 942-04053\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17-4\/5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3\/8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.157 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-point star\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeck application:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 50-inch 3-blade mower decks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 mower blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Brands \u0026amp; Model Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 3-pack blade set is intended for select MTD-built mower decks using the listed blade replacement numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet:\u003c\/strong\u003e select RZT 50 and related 50-inch deck applications using the 742-04053 \/ 942-04053 blade path. For the full RZT 50 deck parts route, see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/deck-parts-guides\/cub-cadet-rzt-50-parts-guide\"\u003eCub Cadet RZT 50 Parts Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 50-inch mower decks using the listed blade numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTroy-Bilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 50-inch mower deck applications using the listed blade numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToro:\u003c\/strong\u003e select applications replacing 112-0316\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplier data may mention broad deck paths. This listing should be matched by original blade number, blade length, center hole style, and deck size before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces OEM Blade Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet \/ MTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 742-04053, 742-04053A, 742-04053B, 742-04053C, 742-04056, 942-04053, 942-04053A, 942-04053B, 942-04053C, 942-04053H, OCC-742-04053, OEM-742-04053\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToro:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112-0316\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotary:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11480\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAftermarket references:\u003c\/strong\u003e 490-110-C123, 490-110-M126, 335-959\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Fitment Check\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering this blade set, confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour original blade number matches \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053\u003c\/strong\u003e, or a listed replacement number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour mower uses a \u003cstrong\u003e50-inch 3-blade deck\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour blades measure approximately \u003cstrong\u003e17-4\/5 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour spindle uses the correct \u003cstrong\u003e6-point star\u003c\/strong\u003e blade center style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour mower deck uses three matching blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour spindle assemblies, deck belt, and idler pulleys match the same deck part-number path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany MTD-built decks look similar but use different blade lengths, center holes, spindle shafts, and belt routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking on a Cub Cadet RZT 50?\u003c\/strong\u003e This 942-04053 blade set is part of the confirmed 50-inch deck parts path covered in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/deck-parts-guides\/cub-cadet-rzt-50-parts-guide\"\u003eCub Cadet RZT 50 Parts Guide\u003c\/a\u003e, along with the matching deck belt, spindle assemblies, idler pulley, PTO clutch, and full deck rebuild kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the original blade number first whenever possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm your mower model and deck size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount the number of blades on your deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure blade length from cutting tip to cutting tip diagonally across the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the center hole style before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect your spindle assemblies and blade mounting hardware for wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not rely on deck size or mower brand alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms These Blades Help Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull or damaged mower blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven cut quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorn or ragged grass tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess deck vibration from bent blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor discharge or clumping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalping caused by damaged blade edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced mowing performance from worn blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the spark plug and remove the key before servicing the mower deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear gloves when handling mower blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall blades with the cutting edge facing the correct direction of rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure each blade seats fully on the 6-point star spindle mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque blade bolts to the mower manufacturer’s specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, rotate the blades by hand with the mower off to confirm clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 mower blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing includes \u003cstrong\u003ethree\u003c\/strong\u003e mower blades, enough for many 50-inch 3-blade mower decks using this blade path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBulk Blade Orders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering 6 or more blades?\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact PTO Direct USA before ordering for a custom bulk quote. Bulk pricing may be available for repair shops, landscapers, dealers, and customers maintaining multiple mowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From PTO Direct USA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-first deck part listings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear OEM and aftermarket blade number routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast USA shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for mower owners, repair shops, and small-engine dealers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelated belts, spindles, pulleys, deck kits, and PTO clutches available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Confirming Fitment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether these blades fit your mower, send us your mower model number, deck size, original blade number, blade length, and a photo of your blade center hole before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this replace 942-04053?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This blade set replaces \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053\u003c\/strong\u003e and related blade numbers including \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053B\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e942-04053C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fit Cub Cadet RZT 50?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade set is intended for select \u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet RZT 50\u003c\/strong\u003e and related 50-inch MTD-built mower decks using the \u003cstrong\u003e742-04053 \/ 942-04053\u003c\/strong\u003e blade path. Confirm your original blade number before ordering. For the full 50-inch deck parts route, see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/deck-parts-guides\/cub-cadet-rzt-50-parts-guide\"\u003eCub Cadet RZT 50 Parts Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat center hole style do these blades use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese blades use a \u003cstrong\u003e6-point star\u003c\/strong\u003e center hole. Match your existing blade center style before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these mulching blades?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe replacement number path includes \u003cstrong\u003e742-04056 mulching blade\u003c\/strong\u003e references from the supplier data. Confirm your original blade number and blade style before ordering if you specifically need a mulching blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order these blades by deck size only?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Do not order by deck size alone. Match the original blade number, blade length, center hole style, mower model, and deck layout before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed the full deck setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e View the related \u003ca href=\"\/products\/deck-kit-cub-cadet-rzt-50-95404044\"\u003e50-inch deck rebuild kit for Cub Cadet RZT 50, MTD, and Troy-Bilt\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed matching deck parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/belts\"\u003emower deck belts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spindles\"\u003espindle assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pulleys\"\u003edeck pulleys and idlers\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deck-parts\"\u003emower deck parts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PTO Direct USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53128789557615,"sku":"BLADES-MTD-50-94204053-3PK","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5058\/6735\/files\/mower-blades-94204053-3-pack.jpg?v=1781835364","url":"https:\/\/ptodirectusa.com\/products\/mower-blades-94204053-3-pack","provider":"PTO Direct USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}