2 Pack 942-04308 Mower Blades with 712-0417A Nut for Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 Craftsman T110 T210 LT2000 T1400 ZT1 42 Replaces Cub Cadet 42 Inch Mower Blades 742-04308 942-04308A 942-04312 742-04312

What It Is

This is a 2-pack of 42-inch mower blades (model 942-04308) plus two replacement nuts (712-0417A) designed for Cub Cadet XT1 LT42, Craftsman T110/T210/LT2000/T1400, and Cub Cadet ZT1 42 zero-turn mowers. It’s a direct replacement for worn or damaged factory blades on 42-inch cutting decks.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower deck is exactly 42 inches—not 46 or 50. This set fits:

• Cub Cadet: XT1 LT42, ZT1 42, LT1050, LT1042, LT1018
• Craftsman: T110, T210, LT2000, T1400, 917 series with 42-inch deck
• Other: MTD, Troy-Bilt, and Yard Machines with 42-inch stamped decks using the same spindle pattern

Measure your old blades: These are 20.5 inches long (from center hole to blade tip), 2.5 inches wide, with a 0.25-inch thick oval center hole (0.625 x 0.437 inches). If your current blade matches these dimensions, it fits. Do not rely solely on model number—verify deck size and blade length. The included nut (712-0417A) is a 5/16-24 thread, but check your spindle nut size before discarding old hardware.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Made from heat-treated steel, not hardened like OEM. They’ll dull faster on rocky or sandy soil but work fine for regular grass. Expect 2-3 seasons of light use.
• Installation: Simple swap—jack up mower, remove old blade with a wrench (torque to 40-50 ft-lbs). The included nut is a standard lock nut; use a thread locker if reusing old nuts.
• Common gotcha: The center hole is oval, so it only fits spindles with matching oval pins. Round-hole spindles (some older Craftsman) won’t work. Also, these are not mulching blades—they’re standard lift blades for side-discharge or bagging.
• Balance: Out of the box, they’re usually balanced, but check with a blade balancer. Unbalanced blades cause vibration and deck wear.

Should You Buy It

If you have a 42-inch Cub Cadet or Craftsman mower and need a budget-friendly replacement for standard cutting, this 2-pack is a solid value. It’s not for heavy-duty mulching or rough terrain, but for average lawn care it’s a reliable, easy-to-install choice. Skip it if you need high-lift or gator-style blades.