931-05474B Twin Bagger Hood Assembly for CUB CADET MTD 42" 46" 50" 54" Double Baggers

What It Is

This is the hood assembly (cover) for the twin-bagger grass collection system on select Cub Cadet and MTD riding mowers with 42", 46", 50", or 54" cutting decks. It fits over the two rear-mounted collection bags and channels clippings from the discharge chute.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Exact OEM part number: 931-05474B (also listed as 731-05474B or 731-05474).
• Fits: Cub Cadet and MTD models equipped with factory twin-bagger systems on 42", 46", 50", and 54" decks (e.g., LT, XT, GT series, and many RZT zero-turns).
• Critical check: Measure the distance between the two bag mounts (center-to-center) – this hood fits a 22" bag spacing. If your bags are spaced differently, it won’t work.
• Not universal: Will not fit single-bagger systems, side-discharge only mowers, or older bagger designs (pre-2005 generally).
• Includes: Hood shell, hinge pins, and mounting hardware. Does not include bags, chute, or support brackets.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: OEM Cub Cadet part – better fit and durability than aftermarket copies, especially the hinge pins and latch mechanism.
• Installation difficulty: Easy to moderate (15-30 minutes). Requires removing the old hood and swapping hardware. No special tools beyond a socket set.
• Common gotcha: The hood may crack if overtightened at the hinge points – hand-tighten only.
• Bag fitment: Works with 42" and 46" bag sets (part # 731-05607B) or 50"/54" bag sets (part # 731-05608B). Confirm your bag size before buying.

Should You Buy It

Buy it if your current hood is cracked, warped, or missing latches – no aftermarket alternative matches the OEM fit. Skip it if your bags or mounting brackets are damaged (replace those first), or if you’re switching to a different bagger system entirely.