(3PCS) 187254 Mulching Lawn Mower Blades - Replace OEM John Deere 187256 532187256 532187254 187255 532187255 - Fits Craftsman Poulan Husqvarna GTH2654 LGT24K54 YTH2454 - For 54" Deck Lawn Mower

What It Is

This set of three mulching blades (OEM reference 187254) is designed to chop grass clippings finely and recirculate them into the lawn for natural fertilization. They fit residential 54-inch cutting decks, commonly used on Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, and John Deere lawn tractors.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your deck is exactly 54 inches (measured blade tip to tip). These blades replace OEM John Deere part numbers 187256, 532187256, 532187254, 187255, and 532187255. They also fit specific models like Craftsman GTH2654, Poulan LGT24K54, and Husqvarna YTH2454. However, “fits” doesn’t mean universal—check your mower’s deck model number (usually stamped on the deck housing) against the seller’s fitment list. Measure your old blade’s length, center hole diameter (typically 1-inch), and width (usually 2.5 inches) to verify. Aftermarket blades may have slight thickness or balance differences from OEM.

Key Things to Know

• Quality vs. OEM: These are budget-friendly aftermarket blades. They may dull faster or be less balanced than John Deere genuine parts, especially on heavy or wet grass.
• Installation difficulty: Easy if you have a socket wrench and a blade removal tool (or block the blade with wood). Torque bolts to 40-50 ft-lbs—don’t overtighten.
• Mulching performance: They work best with a mulching plug or kit installed. If your deck has side-discharge or bagging, these blades still cut but won’t mulch effectively.
• Common gotcha: Triple-blade sets (3PCS) are for 54-inch decks with three spindles. Some 54-inch decks use two blades—count your spindles before ordering.

Should You Buy It

If you own a 54-inch deck tractor from Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, or John Deere and need an affordable mulching blade set for regular residential mowing, this is a solid value. It’s not ideal for commercial use or giant properties where blade longevity matters, but for home lawns, it gets the job done at a fraction of OEM cost.