CUB CADET 742P05094-X 17.271" Xtreme Blade S-Shaped Hole 6PACK Enduro XT1-LT50 Ultima ZT1-50 ZT2-50

What It Is

This is a 6-pack of OEM Cub Cadet 17.271-inch Xtreme blades with an S-shaped hole center, designed for high-lift mulching and bagging on residential and commercial zero-turn mowers. It’s built for the Enduro XT1-LT50, Ultima ZT1-50, and ZT2-50 models.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify three things:

• Deck size: These blades fit only 50-inch decks (not 42 or 54-inch).
• Blade length: 17.271 inches from tip to tip. Measure your current blade—if it’s 17.25–17.3 inches, it’s correct.
• Center hole shape: S-shaped hole—not round or star. Check your spindle’s drive pin shape. This is a common Cub Cadet pattern but differs from other brands.
• OEM part number: 742P05094-X. If your current blade shows a different number, cross-reference compatibility. Aftermarket “fits Cub Cadet” blades often have wrong hole shapes or balance.

Key Things to Buy

• Quality: These are OEM Cub Cadet blades, not aftermarket. Expect consistent steel hardness and balance—critical for vibration-free cuts.
• Installation: Moderate difficulty. You’ll need a torque wrench and blade removal tool (or impact driver). Torque to 70–90 ft-lbs. Loosen the blade bolt, not the spindle nut.
• Gotchas: The S-shaped hole is specific—don’t force a round-hole blade. Always replace all 3 or 6 blades at once to avoid imbalance. Check blade washers and bolts for wear; they’re not included.
• Lift: High-lift design improves bagging but increases engine load. If you have a smaller engine or tall wet grass, expect slightly slower ground speed.

Should You Buy It

Buy this 6-pack if you own a 50-inch Cub Cadet zero-turn (Enduro XT1-LT50, Ultima ZT1-50, or ZT2-50) and want OEM reliability for heavy mulching or bagging. It’s pricier than aftermarket, but the fit, balance, and cut quality are guaranteed. Skip it if you need round-hole blades or have a different deck size—then look for the correct OEM part.