{"product_id":"rotary-17225-mtd-high-lift-mower-blade","title":"Rotary 17225 High-Lift Mower Blade 18-5\/8\" for MTD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rotary 17225 High-Lift Lawn Mower Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is an aftermarket replacement blade for select MTD and Cub Cadet riding mowers that use MTD blade number \u003cstrong\u003e742P05086 or 742-05086\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade measures \u003cstrong\u003e18-5\/8 inches long, 2-1\/4 inches wide, and 0.158 inch thick\u003c\/strong\u003e. It features a \u003cstrong\u003ediamond-shaped center hole\u003c\/strong\u003e and a high-lift design that creates additional airflow beneath the mower deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis listing includes one Rotary 17225 mower blade.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotary part number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17225\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ROT-17225\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade type:\u003c\/strong\u003e High lift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-5\/8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-1\/4 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.158 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCenter hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diamond shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select MTD and Cub Cadet mowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One blade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplaces MTD Blade Numbers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e742P05086    or  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e742-05086\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHigh-Lift Blade Performance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rotary 17225 uses a high-lift blade profile designed to increase airflow beneath the mower deck. Increased airflow can help lift grass before cutting and move clippings more efficiently toward the discharge opening or into a compatible grass collection system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-lift blades are commonly used when side discharging or bagging grass. They are not necessarily the best choice for every mulching application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill the Rotary 17225 Fit My Mower?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rotary 17225 may fit your mower when the original blade number, dimensions, center-hole shape, and blade count match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the most accurate fit, confirm that your mower’s parts manual lists MTD blade number \u003cstrong\u003e742P05086 or 742-05086\u003c\/strong\u003e. You should also compare the Rotary 17225 with the blade currently installed on your mower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not order by mower brand or deck width alone. MTD and Cub Cadet may use different blades depending on the mower model, deck configuration, production year, and serial-number range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does the Rotary 17225 mower blade fit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rotary 17225 fits select MTD and Cub Cadet riding mowers that use MTD blade number 742P05086 or 742-05086. Exact fitment depends on the mower model, deck, production year, and serial number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat MTD blade numbers does Rotary 17225 replace?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotary 17225 is listed as an aftermarket replacement for MTD 742P05086 and MTD 742-05086.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the Rotary 17225 blade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade measures 18-5\/8 inches long, 2-1\/4 inches wide, and 0.158 inch thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat type of center hole does Rotary 17225 have?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rotary 17225 has a diamond-shaped center hole. Compare the mounting pattern with your existing blade before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs Rotary 17225 a high-lift blade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Rotary 17225 is a high-lift mower blade designed to create additional airflow beneath the mower deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs this blade suitable for bagging grass?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-lift blades are commonly used for bagging because the increased airflow can help move grass clippings toward the collection system. Confirm that the blade is compatible with your mower and bagging system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs Rotary 17225 a mulching blade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotary 17225 is categorized as a high-lift blade rather than a dedicated mulching blade. A dedicated mulching blade may be more appropriate when the mower is operated with a closed mulching deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes this blade fit every MTD or Cub Cadet mower?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. MTD and Cub Cadet use different blade lengths and mounting patterns across their mower models. Confirm the OEM part number, blade dimensions, center hole, and blade count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow many blades are included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product listing includes one Rotary 17225 high-lift mower blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow do I confirm that Rotary 17225 is the correct blade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the mower’s parts manual for MTD 742P05086 or 742-05086. Also compare the blade length, width, thickness, diamond center hole, cutting profile, and number of blades required by the deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Reminder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn off the mower, remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark-plug wires or battery, and allow all moving parts to stop before servicing the deck. 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