Oregon 98-049 Lawn Mower Blade For MTD 21-Inch 742-0741
- Replaces OEM No.742-0741
- Blade length (measured diagonally): 20.9-inch
- Blade width 2.25-inch
- Blade center hole diameter 0.710 x 0.930 Outer hole:0.32-inch
Product Description
Mulching blade. Fits MTD 1995 & newer decks. Also fits 300 & 900 series Cub Cadet walk behind mowers except models with cast aluminum decks. Specially designed center hole to replace six point star. Length: 21" Width: 2-1/4" Center Hole Diameter: 23/32" Star Thickness: .125" Diameter of Outside Holes: 19/64" Center to Center (outside holes): 2-1/2"This review is from: Oregon 98-049 Lawn Mower Blade For MTD 21-Inch 742-0741 (Lawn & Patio)
I went looking for a replacement for my Yardman lawnmower. After checking a local shop specializing in tractors and such, I felt that $23 for a replacement blade was too much. After looking at Sears, I found a blade but it did not have the STAR CENTER CUT that the original blade has. I was very happy to find this blade here at such a low price. I actually ordered two based on the part number included in the description as well as the picture. The only issue is that the picture is incorrect. The replacement blade does NOT have the STAR CENTER CUT but has been made to circumvent this by using a wider opening (thus the 4 of 5 stars - it would be 5 stars if the picture was clearer and the description was written better i.e. "This blade does not have the STAR CENTER CUT but will fit your lawnmower regardless. The special cut allows for the blade to be attached properly with no worries").
I did install the blade and it DID fit nicely. No worries or safety concerns from what I can tell. I mowed the lawn and it cut perfectly on both bagging and mulching mode. Enjoy!
