Husqvarna HU21462 46-Inch Premium Hi-Lift Bagging Blade, 2-Pack, Orange

What It Is

The Husqvarna HU21462 is a set of two premium hi-lift bagging blades designed for 46-inch cutting decks. They are optimized for superior grass lift and discharge into a bagger or collection system, making them ideal for lawns with heavy leaf or grass accumulation.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower has a 46-inch deck and uses a blade with a 1-inch center hole and 5-point star drive pattern. These blades are OEM Husqvarna replacements, but they also fit many AYP, Craftsman, Poulan, and McCulloch models with compatible spindle mounts. Measure your existing blade length (should be ~21 inches end to end) and check the blade part number against your owner’s manual—cross-reference HU21462 with your mower’s approved blade list. Avoid assuming generic “46-inch” blades fit all; the star drive pattern is specific to certain Husqvarna spindles.

Key Things to Know

• Lift & bagging performance: The hi-lift design creates strong airflow, but it increases drag on the engine—expect higher fuel consumption and reduced runtime compared to standard blades.
• Installation tip: Use a torque wrench to tighten blade bolts to 70–90 ft-lbs (per Husqvarna spec). Over-tightening can warp the blade or strip the spindle; under-tightening risks blade detachment.
• Sharpening caution: These blades have a curved, high-lift profile—sharpening them incorrectly can ruin lift efficiency. Replace rather than sharpen if the edge is badly nicked or worn.
• Deck clearance: Hi-lift blades sit slightly lower than standard blades; check that your deck height adjustment still clears obstacles (e.g., rocks, curbs) to avoid blade strikes.

Should You Buy It

Buy these if you use a bagger frequently and want maximum grass/leaf collection efficiency on a Husqvarna or compatible 46-inch deck. Skip them if you primarily mulch or side-discharge—standard or mulching blades will give better cut quality and less engine load for those tasks.