BGD 72531-VH7-000 21" Mower Blades for Honda HRR216 HRN216, Upper Lower Set | Replaces 72531-VH7-000 + 2 More, Fits HRR216 HRN216 Series, Upper + Lower Blades, Hardened Steel, Precision Balanced, Bolt

What It Is

This is a set of two hardened-steel blades (upper and lower) designed to replace the factory blades on select Honda HRR216 and HRN216 walk-behind mowers. It’s for mulching or bagging on 21-inch decks with Honda’s dual-blade “Versamow” system.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower model is in the HRR216 or HRN216 series (e.g., HRR216K9, HRR216VKA, HRN216VY, etc.). This set replaces OEM part 72531-VH7-000 plus two additional blade numbers (check your manual or current blade part stamp). Only fits 21-inch decks with the upper/lower blade arrangement—not single-blade or other deck sizes. Measure bolt hole pattern (usually 5-point star, 1.25-inch center hole) and blade length (approx. 21 inches overall). If your mower uses a different bolt pattern or a single long blade, this set won’t work.

Key Things to Know

• Installation: Remove spark plug wire first. The upper blade goes on top, lower blade underneath—reversing them causes poor cut or vibration. Torque bolts to 35–45 ft-lbs.
• Quality: Hardened steel with precision balancing; should last one to two seasons on normal residential use, depending on debris and sharpness.
• Common gotcha: The lower blade is shorter and curved differently than the upper. Don’t assume they’re interchangeable—they are not.
• Bolt included? The listing says “Bolt” but verify if it’s one bolt or two; some sets include only one. You may need to reuse your original bolts or buy a separate hardware kit.

Should You Buy It

If you own a Honda HRR216 or HRN216 with a 21-inch deck and need a direct OEM replacement set that restores mulching/bagging performance, this is a solid choice. It’s priced near OEM cost, so it’s best for those wanting guaranteed fit without hunting for single blades. Skip if you have a different deck size or a single-blade model.