10 Best 42 Inch Riding Mower of December 2025
List of Top Rated 42 Inch Riding Mower from thousands of customer reviews & feedback.
Updated On Dec 2025
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Husqvarna YTH18542 42 in 18.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Hydrostatic Riding Mower Read Review
- 18.5 hp Briggs and Stratton Intek engine offers powerful performance
- Foot pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission allows you to change speed and direction, which lets you keep both hands on the steering wheel for optimum driving control
- Tight 16 in. turning radius allows you to mow in tighter spaces and navigate around obstacles Adjustable 13 in. mid-back seat, ergonomic steering wheel and easy step-through design provide comfort and easy operation
- 42 in. reinforced cutting deck with air induction mowing technology and dual anti-scalp wheels
- Reverse operating system allows the operator to mow in reverse with a simple turn of a switch
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Yermax 754-04060B GX10851 42-Inch Riding Mower Deck Belt for MTD 754-04060 754-04060A 954-04060 954-04060A 954-04060B 95... Read Review
- Replaces OEM # MTD 754-04060, 754-04060A,754-04060B, 954-04060, 954-04060A, 954-04060B, 954-04060C; Deere GX10851,M118790, M125218, M71817
- Replaces OEM # Craftsman SPM201671081,583271401,583253401; Sabre GX10851,GX10065; Toro 102741; Hus 401603,199612, 917532199612;
- Fit for Models (2010 and after) LT1040 and LT1042 with 42" Decks. MTD Deck assembly "G" with 42" deck, 2005; MTD LT542G, LT542H, LT942G, LT942H; : STX38; Sabre: 1438, 1538, 1542, 1642, 1646 and 1742
- Fit for most Lawn Mower Deck Belt, Troy Bilt Pony lawn mower,42 inch Mower, Troy bilt riding mower,2015 mtd (yard machine) 42 inch riding mower, 1120, LTX1040,1042,Craftsman LT1500 mower,
- Size : 96-1/2â length X ½â width ; Fit for Troy Bilt 42 Inch Deck Belt; 42 in 2005 and newer LT-5 design frames
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Spindle Assembly Fits for Craftsman Cub Cadet Troy Bilt Pony Bronco 42" Mower Deck Tractor Riding Mower,Come with All Mo... Read Review
- ✅ This spindle assembly work with Craftsman/Cub Cadet/Troy Bilt Pony, Bronco 42" mower deck tractor riding mower
- ✅ Compatible with 918-04822B 918-04822A 618-04822A 618-04950 918-04822 618-04822 918-04822
- ✅ Fit: Cub Cadet CC30 Mini Rider, LTX1040, LTX1042, EZT-L42, RZT-42, RZT-L42 and RZT-S42, 2011 and 2014 MTDmost 700 series, 2010 and newer; Perfect fit for MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy Built, Massey Ferguson,etc Mower Lawn Tractor Model.
- ✅ Come with 4 THREADED mounting bolts, the mounting holes are also already THREADED, with 6 point star pattern for the blade to screw on.
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Mannial 954-04060 Deck Belt fit MTD Cadet John D Troy-Bilt 754-04060 754-04060B 754-04060C 954-04060 954-04060B 954-0406... Read Review
- 336351B Deck Drive Belt Replaces OEM Part Numbers: Craftsman SPM201671081, Cadet 754-04060, 754-04060A, 754-04060B, 954-04060, 954-04060A, 954-04060B, 954-04060C, Compatible with John D GX10851 M118790 M125218 M71817, MTD 754-04060
- 754-04060 Belt Compatible with Cadet: LT1042, LTX1040, LTX1042, LTX1042KH, LTX1042KW T1000, T1100, T1200, T1300, T1400, T1800, T105, T110, T130, T2100, T3000, LT1500, LT2000 Lawn Tractors, fit for 42" Mower Decks
- Replacement Belt Replaces OEM Part Number Craftsman SPM201671081,583271401,583253401; Sabre GX10851,GX10065; Toro 102741; Husq 401603,199612, 917532199612
- Fit for MTD: T1100, 13A2775S000, 13A2775S029, T1000, 13A2785S001, T1200, T1300, 13AB775S000, 13AD775S059, T1400, 13AL795S004, T2100, 13AM775S000, 13AM775S058, 13AM775S200, 13AN772S055
- Width: 1/2 (0.5)", Length: 96 1/2 (96.5)", Used On most 42 inch Lawn Mower Deck Belt, Troy Bilt Pony lawn mower,42 inch Mower, Troy bilt riding mower,2015 mtd (yard machine) 42 inch riding mower, 1120, LTX1040,1042, Craftsman LT1500 mower
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CRAFTSMAN 42" RIDING MOWER DECK ENGAGEMENT CABLE 175067 169676 532169676 Read Review
- Replacement Deck Engagement Cable
- Specs - Cable Length: 45". Conduit Length: 32". Refer to image 2 for more information
- Includes - (1) Deck Engagement Clutch Cable; comes as shown in the first image
- Eyelet on one end and an adjustable spring on the other
- Please be sure to check your part or model number to ensure this is the correct deck engagement clutch cable for your unit. Also, please note this may replace multiple part numbers
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Spindle Pulley for Craftsman Mower - Mower Deck Pulley Fit for Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 Husqvarna Z254 2548 Poulan Pro Se... Read Review
- 👍 Made of high quality steel, this spindle pulley is solid built and durable to use.
- 👍 Easy to install and runs smooth
- 👍 Fit for Craftsman LT1000 LT2000 DGT-6000 DLT3000 GT5000 DSG6500 T2000 YT4500 riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 48" 54” deck
- 👍 Also Fit Husqvarna Z254 2548 YTH2348 YTH18K42 LGT26K54 LGT2754 MZ52LE riding lawn mower tractor with 42" 48" 54” deck. Work with Poulan Pro Ariens Sears tractor with 42" 48" 54” deck
- 👍 Replaces 129861, 153535, 173436, 177865, 532129861, 532173436, 532153535. Check the size before you buy it
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CRAFTSMAN 42" RIDING MOWER DECK DEFLECTOR SHIELD 130968 WITH MOUNTING HARDWARE Read Review
- CRAFTSMAN 42" RIDING MOWER DECK DEFLECTOR SHIELD 130968 WITH MOUNTING HARDWARE
- Condition: New: A brand-new
- Part: 130968 42" DEFLECTOR SHIELD WITH MOUNTING HARDWARE
- Lawn Mower Type: 42" RIDING MOWER LAWN TRACTORS
- PRODUCT TYPE:: 42" DECK DEFLECTOR SHIELD
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Rotary 8479 Spindle Assembly Replaces Craftsman/Husqvarna/Poulan Read Review
- Spindle assembly for Craftsman/Poulan/Husqvarna
- Fits 36", 38", 42" Cut ventilation decks
- Fits decks with 5 point star center hole
- Replaces OEM Numbers: 128285, 130794, 133172, 137641, 137645, 532128285, 532130794, 532133172, and 532137645
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
- Manufactured for peak performance and durability
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MTD 19A30031OEM Parts-42 in. and 46 in. Double Bagger for Riding Lawn Mowers (2010 and After) Read Review
- GRASS CATCHER COMPATIBILITY: Fits most Troy-Bilt and Cub Cadet, Yard Machines, Bolens, Huskee and Craftsman riding mowers with a 42- or 46-inch Cutting Deck (2010 and after)
- EFFICIENT: Flex tubing for visual of grass flow to prevent clogging and increase shipping efficiencies. Sight window also lets you know when the bags are full
- INTEGRATED HOOD: Top hinged hood allows for easier removal of bags. You do not have to flip the seat up when emptying
- ENCOURAGE LAWN GROWTH: Bagging helps to foster lawn growth by preventing thatch from building up. Increase the curb appeal of your lawn
- LOTS OF CAPACITY: With a 6.5 bushel capacity, this bagger will leave no grass clumps behind and save you plenty of time