942-05052A Lawn Mower Blades 6 Point Star Replacement for Cub Cadet 50 Inch XT1 LT50 GT50 XT2 LX 50 ZT1 50 KW FAB Troy Bilt Mustang XP 50" Zero-Turn Mower MTD Craftsman G8200 Mowers/High Lift/3 Pack

What It Is

This is a set of three high-lift replacement blades designed for 50-inch cutting decks on select Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, MTD, and Craftsman lawn tractors and zero-turn mowers. The 6-point star center hole and high-lift profile improve grass discharge and bagging performance in thick or damp conditions.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck size: Only fits 50-inch decks – measure your deck width to confirm.
• Model check: Compatible with Cub Cadet XT1, XT2, GT50, LX 50, ZT1 50, KW FAB; Troy-Bilt Mustang XP 50”; MTD and Craftsman G8200 series with 50” decks.
• OEM part number: Replaces OEM 942-05052A (Cub Cadet) and cross-references to several MTD/Craftsman numbers – verify your existing blade part number.
• Center hole: 6-point star (common on MTD-based decks) – not compatible with round or oval center holes.
• Blade dimensions: Typically 16.5” long, 2.5” wide, 0.203” thick – measure your old blade length and thickness to ensure match.

Key Things to Know

• Installation difficulty: Easy – remove deck, use a socket and torque wrench (recommended 70-90 ft-lbs). No special tools beyond a blade removal tool or block of wood.
• High-lift trade-off: Better bagging and discharge, but slightly more engine load and reduced mulching performance – avoid if you primarily mulch.
• Quality notes: Aftermarket steel, usually heat-treated and painted for rust resistance. Sharpness out of box is decent but not premium; edge can be touched up.
• Common gotcha: The 6-point star hole must align perfectly with the spindle – if your deck uses a different pattern (e.g., 5-point star), these won’t fit.

Should You Buy It

Buy these if you have a 50-inch MTD/Cub Cadet/Craftsman deck with a 6-point star spindle and you want improved lift for bagging or side-discharge in tall grass. They’re a solid value for the price, but skip them if you mulch heavily or need OEM-grade durability for commercial use.