(2) 942-04385 30 inch 6-Star Blades for TB30 Troy Bilt TR30 TB30R Cub Cade CC30 CC30H Craftsman R1000 RER1000 R1500 30'' Deck Cut Hydro Mini Rider Rear-Engine Riding Mower 742-04385 Low Lift, Black

What It Is

This is a set of two 30-inch, 6-star low-lift mower blades designed for select rear-engine riding mowers with a 30-inch cutting deck. They are intended for mulching and light discharge on residential lawns, not for heavy-duty bagging or wet grass.

Fitment & Compatibility

Deck size must be exactly 30 inches – measure your deck width before buying. These blades fit specific models: Troy Bilt TB30, TR30, TB30R; Cub Cadet CC30, CC30H; Craftsman R1000, RER1000, R1500. They are a direct OEM replacement for part 742-04385. Check your blade’s center hole diameter (should be 5/8-inch) and overall length (30 inches). If you have a different brand or a 42-inch deck, these will not work. Aftermarket, not OEM – quality is generally good but inspect for balance out of the box.

Key Things to Know

• Low-lift design – good for mulching and dry grass, but poor for wet grass or heavy bagging. Expect clumping in damp conditions.
• Installation is moderate – you’ll need a socket wrench and a blade removal tool (or block the blade). Torque to 40-50 ft-lbs. No special adapters required.
• Common gotcha: The 6-star shape can throw grass unevenly if blades are not installed with the star pattern aligned (both blades should point the same direction). Check your old blades’ orientation.
• Durability – steel is decent for residential use, but not for rocky or debris-heavy yards. Sharpen after 10-15 hours of mowing.

Should You Buy It

If you own a 30-inch rear-engine rider (Troy Bilt, Cub Cadet, or Craftsman) and need a budget-friendly replacement for light mulching or dry grass, this set works. Avoid it if you mow wet grass, bag frequently, or have a larger deck. For the price, it’s a solid value for standard residential mowing.