John Deere Original Equipment Bagger Chute Kit #BG20766

What It Is

The John Deere Original Equipment Bagger Chute Kit #BG20766 is the curved discharge chute that directs grass clippings from the mower deck into the rear bagger system. It’s built for mid-size residential John Deere lawn tractors with 42-inch or 48-inch decks.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Exact fit: Designed for John Deere X300, X304, X320, X324, X360, X370, X380, X384, X390, X394, and select D100 series (D105, D110, D125, D130, D140, D155, D160, D170) with 42” or 48” Edge or Edge Xtra decks. Verify your model year—some 2015+ D-series use a different chute.
• Deck size: Only fits 42” and 48” Edge-type decks. Not compatible with 54” decks or older 100-series non-Edge decks.
• OEM vs aftermarket: This is genuine John Deere, not a universal or off-brand part. Aftermarket chutes (often $40–$70) may fit but frequently crack at the mounting tabs or misalign with the bagger tube. If you want a guaranteed seal and no shimming, stick with OEM.
• What to measure: Chute width at the deck opening is ~6.5” (check yours before buying). The mounting hole pattern is specific to John Deere—no other brand will bolt on without modification.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Heavy-duty polyethylene resists cracking better than most aftermarket copies, but it can still warp if left in direct sun for seasons. Store mower in a shed if possible.
• Installation difficulty: Easy—takes 10–15 minutes. Remove two bolts on the deck, swap chutes, reinstall. No special tools needed. Watch for the gasket (often sold separately as part #GY21320) if your old one is torn.
• Common gotcha: The chute includes the deflector flap but not the bagger tube adapter (part #BG20765). If your bagger tube doesn’t latch securely, you may need that adapter too.
• Price note: At $195, it’s pricey for a plastic chute. Check if your bagger system is complete—missing tubes or a bad bagger frame will still cause clogging even with a new chute.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you have a compatible 42” or 48” Edge-deck John Deere and your current chute is cracked, missing, or leaking clippings. It’s the right choice for a seamless, no-mod installation. Skip it if you’re on a tight budget—try a $50 aftermarket chute first, but expect possible fitment issues.