{"product_id":"pto-clutch-1742518","title":"1742518 PTO Clutch Replacement for Cub Cadet, MTD, Troy-Bilt, Bolens \u0026 Craftsman | Replaces 1755341, 717-3497","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aftermarket \u003cstrong\u003e1742518 electric PTO clutch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a replacement for several older \u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMTD\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTroy-Bilt\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBolens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Outdoor\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eSears Craftsman\u003c\/strong\u003e PTO clutch part numbers, including \u003cstrong\u003e1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e1755341P\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGW-1755341P\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eGW-B1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clutch also cross-references into the verified \u003cstrong\u003e717-3036 \/ 717-3497 \/ 917-3497\u003c\/strong\u003e replacement family. It is commonly associated with select hydro-drive garden tractor applications, including \u003cstrong\u003eGT 500 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLT 300 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eYT 400 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e paths where the original clutch number matches one of the replacement numbers listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is an older multi-fit clutch family, do not order by mower appearance or model name alone. Match your original clutch number first, then confirm \u003cstrong\u003e1-inch crankshaft bore\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCCW rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e, pulley size, connector style, anti-rotation setup, and belt path before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftermarket electric PTO clutch replacement for older multi-brand mower and garden tractor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Replacement Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Replacement Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrankshaft Bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e CCW from pulley side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly listed for 1\/2-inch or 5\/8-inch belt applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulley Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e  5.40 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled electric PTO clutch replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Brands \u0026amp; Model Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clutch is intended for select older mower and garden tractor applications where the original PTO clutch number matches \u003cstrong\u003e1742518\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e1755341P\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGW-1755341P\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGW-B1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e717-3036\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e717-3497\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e917-3497\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon brand paths include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet:\u003c\/strong\u003e select older garden tractor and lawn tractor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMTD \/ Bolens \/ Huskee \/ White Outdoor:\u003c\/strong\u003e select LT and garden tractor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTroy-Bilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e select older lawn tractor and garden tractor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSears Craftsman:\u003c\/strong\u003e select older riding mower and garden tractor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAGCO:\u003c\/strong\u003e applications using the 1692430 PTO clutch path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommonly associated series:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGT 500 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLT 300 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYT 400 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad marketplace listings sometimes attach this clutch to many older Cub Cadet model names. PTO Direct USA recommends using the original clutch number as the primary confirmation. If your original clutch number is missing or unreadable, compare the bore, pulley, rotation, connector, anti-rotation stop, and belt profile before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces OEM Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAGCO:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1692430\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolens:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341, 717-3036, 717-3497, 917-3497, 959-3230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341, 717-3036, 717-3497, 917-3497, 959-3230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSears Craftsman:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTroy-Bilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341, 717-3036, 717-3497, 917-3497, 959-3230\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Outdoor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW-1755341P, GW-B1755341, 717-3497, 917-3497\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon no-dash searches:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1742518, 1755341, 1755341P, B1755341, GW1755341P, GWB1755341, 7173036, 7173497, 9173497, 9593230\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAftermarket Cross-Reference Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8TEN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 810-CPT2425O\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSTENS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 255-279X, 255-286X, 255-547X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCross-reference note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some aftermarket catalogs also associate this clutch family with multiple older Warner numbers. Those Warner references were intentionally left out of this listing until the exact clutch stamping, pulley, and connector match are confirmed. Match the original OEM number first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment Check\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, compare this clutch against your original unit. A correct PTO clutch match should confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal clutch number matches one of the replacement numbers listed above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrankshaft bore is \u003cstrong\u003e1 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotation is \u003cstrong\u003eCCW from pulley side\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePulley diameter of approx \u003cstrong\u003e5.4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e matches your original clutch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt width and belt profile match your mower deck drive system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnector style matches your mower harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch stop \/ anti-rotation bracket lines up correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Failing PTO Clutch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMower blades will not engage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlades engage intermittently or shut off while mowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTO clutch slips under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurning smell near the clutch or deck belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClicking sound from the clutch but no blade engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearing noise, heat damage, or visible wear on the clutch assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete electric PTO clutch assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed bearing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectromagnetic coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated wiring lead \/ connector setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounting bolt, spacer, washer, clutch stop bracket, and anti-rotation hardware may not be included. Inspect and reuse your original OEM hardware where required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From PTO Direct USA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast USA shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fitment-guarantee\"\u003eFitment Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium product images for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted replacement supplier for homeowners, repair shops, and mowing professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Confirming Fitment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail \u003cstrong\u003esupport@ptodirectusa.com\u003c\/strong\u003e with your mower model number, serial number, original clutch number, and clear photos of the old clutch, connector plug, pulley, and anti-rotation bracket. We can help confirm whether this \u003cstrong\u003e1742518 PTO clutch\u003c\/strong\u003e is the correct replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the 1742518 PTO clutch replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1742518 PTO clutch\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly replaces \u003cstrong\u003e1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e1755341P\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGW-1755341P\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGW-B1755341\u003c\/strong\u003e, and related \u003cstrong\u003e717-3036 \/ 717-3497 \/ 917-3497\u003c\/strong\u003e clutch paths. Match your original clutch number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this clutch fit Cub Cadet, MTD, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, and Craftsman?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this clutch is used across select older Cub Cadet, MTD, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, White Outdoor, and Sears Craftsman applications. Fitment depends on the original clutch number and physical clutch specs, not the brand name alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bore size is this clutch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement clutch is for \u003cstrong\u003e1-inch crankshaft\u003c\/strong\u003e applications. Confirm your crankshaft size before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat rotation is this clutch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clutch is listed as \u003cstrong\u003eCCW rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Confirm rotation from the pulley side and compare against your original clutch before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are pulley specs shown as a range?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent aftermarket catalogs list this clutch family around the 5.33-inch to 5.40-inch pulley range. Because older mower applications can be messy, PTO Direct USA recommends matching your original clutch number and comparing the physical pulley before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan PTO Direct USA help confirm this clutch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Email \u003cstrong\u003esupport@ptodirectusa.com\u003c\/strong\u003e with your mower model number, serial number, original clutch number, and photos of the clutch, pulley, connector, and anti-rotation stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed a different fitment?\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pto-clutches\"\u003eelectric PTO clutch catalog\u003c\/a\u003e or shop all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cub-cadet-pto-clutches\"\u003eCub Cadet PTO clutches\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PTO Direct USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53136749724015,"sku":"PTO-1742518","price":164.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5058\/6735\/files\/1742518-pto-clutch-replacement-cub-cadet.jpg?v=1782082632","url":"https:\/\/ptodirectusa.com\/products\/pto-clutch-1742518","provider":"PTO Direct USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}