Overview
Oregon 596-808 Gator Mulcher Blade G5 18-1/2-Inch Mower Blade for Hustler
The Oregon 596-808 Gator G5 Mower Blade is a premium 18-1/2-inch replacement and performance-upgrade blade for select Hustler mower applications. Its Gator G5 design combines an aggressive lift angle, extended cutting surface, and a tungsten-carbide-enhanced cutting edge to improve cutting, mulching, bagging, and side-discharge performance.
This blade has a 5/8-inch round center hole. Because mower manufacturers can use different blades across models, deck sizes, production years, and serial-number ranges, always match the Oregon part number, blade length, center-hole size, and original blade profile before ordering.
This listing includes one Oregon 596-808 mower blade.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Oregon
- Oregon part number: 596-808
- SKU: ORE-596-808
- Blade series: Gator G5
- Blade length: 18-1/2 inches
- Center hole: 5/8 inch round
- Application: Select Hustler mower decks
- Package quantity: One blade
Gator G5 Performance Features
- Tungsten-carbide-enhanced edge: A hard layer is fused into the cutting edge to help the blade remain sharper longer.
- X-Tended Cutting Length: Increases the effective cutting surface during each revolution.
- Aggressive lift angle: Promotes stronger airflow for improved bagging and side discharge.
- Mulching design: Helps recut grass clippings into smaller pieces for a cleaner finish.
- Heavy-duty construction: Greater blade width and thickness are designed for longer service life and improved lifting performance.
Fitment Information
Oregon identifies the 596-808 as compatible with select Hustler mower applications. Confirm fitment by comparing the following information with your original blade or equipment parts manual:
- Oregon part number 596-808
- 18-1/2-inch blade length
- 5/8-inch round center hole
- Blade shape and cutting profile
- Required number of blades for the mower deck
Do not order by mower brand or deck width alone. Similar-looking blades can have different lengths, center holes, offsets, lift profiles, or mounting requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What mower does the Oregon 596-808 blade fit?
Oregon lists the 596-808 for select Hustler mower applications. Verify the mower model, deck configuration, original blade number, blade length, and center-hole size before purchasing.
How long is the Oregon 596-808 blade?
The Oregon 596-808 measures 18-1/2 inches long.
What center hole does Oregon 596-808 use?
It uses a 5/8-inch round center hole.
Is Oregon 596-808 a mulching blade?
Yes. It is an Oregon Gator G5 blade designed to improve mulching while also supporting bagging and side-discharge performance.
What is the difference between a Gator G5 blade and a standard blade?
The Gator G5 uses an extended cutting surface, an aggressive airflow design, and a tungsten-carbide-enhanced cutting edge intended to stay sharper longer and recut clippings more efficiently than many standard replacement blades.
How many blades are included?
This listing includes one Oregon 596-808 mower blade.
How do I confirm the correct blade?
Compare the part number, blade length, center-hole size, blade profile, mounting design, and required deck quantity with your original blade or mower parts manual.
Installation Reminder
Turn off the mower, remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark-plug wires or battery, and allow all moving parts to stop before servicing the mower deck. Install the blade in the correct cutting direction and tighten the blade hardware to the mower manufacturer's torque specification.