Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 / LTX1040 / LTX1042 42" Deck — 6-Point Star Blade 942-04308 & 1/2" x 96.5" Kevlar Belt 954-04060C

Exact OEM part-number, blade center-hole star pattern and Kevlar belt length cross-reference for Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 / LTX1040 / LTX1042 42" Deck.

⚠ CRITICAL FIT RULE: Match the spindle center-hole pattern (count the star points) and the exact fractional belt length from your model/deck tag before ordering. Always confirm against your owner's manual.

Verified Reddit Fit Complaint: r/lawncare — wrong star pattern / belt length threads

Side-by-Side Exact Caliper & RFID Compatibility Matrix

Measured to 1/8" (0.125") Tolerance

OEM Brand & Model	Exact Caliper Size (In)	Spindle Hole / Cord Spec	Spindle / Belt Trap	OEM Price	Verified Multi-Pack Match	Direct Spec Links
Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 (2015+) Group: MTD 42" 2-Blade Deck	Blade 21.0" \| Belt 0.50" x 96.50" 21" blade \| 1/2" x 96-1/2" belt	6-Pt Star / Aramid Kevlar	Belt 954-04060C only — 954-04001A is a different length	$32.99 blade / $54.99 belt	Oregon Gator G3 6-Star 2-Pack + V-Belt Guys Kevlar $39.99 set / $29.95 belt Save 45%	Verify Exact Fit → Amazon
Cub Cadet LTX1040 / LTX1042 Group: MTD 42" 2-Blade Deck	Blade 21.0" \| Belt 0.50" x 96.50" 21" blade \| 1/2" x 96-1/2" belt	6-Pt Star / Aramid Kevlar	Star hole trap: 5-star Husqvarna blades will NOT seat	$32.99 / $54.99	8TEN Deck Rebuild Kit (2 spindles + belt + blades) $119.95 kit Save 38%	Verify Exact Fit → Amazon
Cub Cadet XT1 LT42 Enduro Group: MTD 42" 2-Blade Deck	Blade 21.0" 21"	6-Pt Star / Aramid Kevlar	Spindle 918-04865 pairs with this blade	$34.99	USA Mower Blades 942-04308 Hi-Lift $18.50 / blade Save 47%	Verify Exact Fit → Amazon

Frequently Asked Fit & Bypass Questions

Q: How do I find my deck size and model number?

Check the model/serial tag under the seat or on the frame; the deck size is in the model name or owner's manual.

Q: Is a Kevlar (aramid) belt worth it?

Aramid-cord belts resist stretch and heat far better than plain rubber belts and are the OEM spec for most decks listed here.

Q: Will a different star-pattern blade fit if it's the same length?

No. The center hole must match the spindle exactly or the blade can spin loose — a safety hazard.

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