ECOTRIC 46" Deck Grass Catcher Bagger Chute Replacement for 405455 532405455 Compatible with Husqvarna, Poulan, Craftsman Riding Lawn Mowers Tractors

What It Is

This is an aftermarket grass catcher chute designed to replace OEM part 405455/532405455 on 46-inch cutting decks. It directs clippings from the mower deck into a rear bagger system, intended for use on Husqvarna, Poulan, and Craftsman riding mowers with compatible bagger frames.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm three things:

• Deck size: This chute is specifically for 46-inch decks only. Measure your deck width—it will not fit 42-inch or 54-inch decks.
• OEM part number: It replaces 405455 / 532405455. Check your current chute or parts diagram for that number. If your mower uses a different chute design, this won’t work.
• Brand & model: Works with many Husqvarna, Poulan, and Craftsman tractors (e.g., Craftsman GT5000, Poulan Pro 46). However, it may not fit older or non-standard bagger mounting brackets. Verify your bagger frame attaches with the same bolt pattern and orientation.

Measurement tip: The chute opening is roughly 6 x 8 inches. Compare to your deck discharge opening. If your bagger uses a rubber boot or adapter, this chute may not seal properly.

Key Things to Know

• Material quality: Made from blow-molded plastic—lighter than OEM but may crack under heavy use or if over-tightened. Check for thin spots near mounting holes.
• Installation difficulty: Easy bolt-on job (10 minutes). Uses existing deck holes. You may need to remove the mulch plug or discharge deflector first.
• Common gotcha: The chute fits loosely on some decks. Use rubber washers or weatherstripping to seal gaps and prevent grass leakage.
• Bag alignment: The chute angle may not perfectly align with certain bagger frames. You might need to adjust bagger mounting height or add a spacer.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you need a budget-friendly replacement for a broken or missing OEM chute (normally $100+) and your deck and bagger frame match the 46-inch/405455 spec. Skip it if you want OEM fit-and-forget quality, need a chute for a non-standard bagger, or have a deck smaller/larger than 46 inches.