109808X 160793 Latch Assembly Bagger Hood Latch Straps Compatible with Craftsman/Husqvarna/Poulan Pro/Yard Pro Lawn Tractor for 42" and 46" Decks

What It Is

This latch assembly secures the bagger hood to your lawn tractor’s bagger frame, keeping the grass collection bag or hopper closed during mowing. It’s designed for 42-inch and 46-inch deck tractors from Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, and Yard Pro.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your tractor’s deck size is 42" or 46" (check stamped deck ID tag or owner’s manual). This assembly replaces OEM part numbers 109808X and 160793. It fits most Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, and Yard Pro models with a front-mount bagger hood. Measure the distance between latch mounting holes on your bagger frame—should be approximately 2.5 inches center-to-center. Not compatible with older or non-standard bagger systems (e.g., rear-bag or side-discharge only setups). If your tractor uses a different latch design (e.g., a single hook or twist-lock), this won’t work.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Made from painted steel with plastic grip handles—adequate for light to moderate use. Some users report plastic handles cracking under heavy tension or in cold weather.
• Installation: Simple bolt-on job. Requires basic hand tools (socket or wrench, typically 3/8" or 1/2" bolts). No drilling or modification needed if holes align.
• Common gotchas: The latch straps are non-adjustable—if your bagger hood sits slightly off, the latch may be too tight or too loose. Check that your bagger hood has matching slots for the straps; some older hoods use a different attachment method.
• Durability: The steel straps can rust if left exposed to moisture. Apply a light coat of oil or paint if needed.

Should You Buy It

If you have a 42" or 46" Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, or Yard Pro tractor with a front-mount bagger and your original latch is broken or missing, this is a direct, affordable replacement. It’s not for universal fit or heavy-duty commercial use—skip it if you need adjustable or reinforced hardware.