742P05094 Lawn Mower High Lift Blade Compatible with Enduro XT1-LT50 Ultima ZT1-50 ZT2-50 Craftsman Z5600 Z5650 Troy Bilt 742P05512 490-110-Y193 742-05094 742-05094 CMXGZAM110193 50" Deck

What It Is

This is a high lift blade designed to increase airflow and bagging performance for 50-inch cutting decks on select Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, and Cub Cadet lawn tractors and zero-turn mowers. It’s ideal for operators who prioritize superior grass collection over a clean side-discharge or mulching cut.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before purchasing, verify three things:

• Deck size: This blade fits only 50-inch decks. Measure your deck width to confirm.
• Model compatibility: Works with Enduro XT1-LT50, Ultima ZT1-50, ZT2-50, Craftsman Z5600, Z5650, and Troy-Bilt models using OEM part numbers 742P05512, 490-110-Y193, 742-05094, or CMXGZAM110193.
• Blade specs: Length 21.5 inches, width 2.75 inches, center hole 5/8-inch diameter, offset 1 inch. Measure your old blade to match these dimensions exactly. Aftermarket replacements may vary slightly in balance or thickness compared to OEM.

Key Things to Know

• Installation: Moderate difficulty. Requires a socket wrench and blade removal tool (or block of wood to prevent spinning). Torque blade bolts to 40–50 ft-lbs—overtightening can warp the blade or strip the spindle.
• Quality concerns: With only 2 reviews and a 3.0 rating, check for consistent balance and sharpness out of the box. Some aftermarket high lift blades may require minor balancing with a file.
• Performance trade-off: High lift blades create more suction for bagging but increase engine load and can throw debris sideways. Not ideal for mulching or dry, dusty conditions.
• Wear check: Inspect blades every 10 hours of use. Replace if nicked, bent, or dull—dull blades tear grass, causing brown tips.

Should You Buy It

Buy this blade if you own a compatible 50-deck tractor or zero-turn and need better bagging performance than standard blades provide. Skip it if you primarily mulch or side-discharge, or if you want the reliability of OEM—this aftermarket option carries some risk due to limited reviews and potential fitment variance. For the price, it’s a reasonable gamble for dedicated bagging use.