Cub Cadet 742P05164 FastAttach 54" High-Lift Blade | XT2 GX54 SLX54

Cub Cadet 742P05164 FastAttach 54" High-Lift Blade

The Cub Cadet 742P05164 FastAttach Blade is a genuine OEM 18.611" high-lift 2-in-1 mower blade for select Cub Cadet 54" FastAttach cutting decks. This blade is designed for Cub Cadet decks equipped with the FastAttach® Blade System, allowing faster blade changes without standard blade removal tools.

This blade is commonly searched as a Cub Cadet 742P05164 blade, Cub Cadet 742-05164 blade, 742-05164-0637 FastAttach blade, XT2 GX54 blade, XT2 SLX54 blade, or 54 inch Cub Cadet FastAttach blade.

Cub Cadet part number 742P05164 is the same as 742-05164-0637 and replaces 742-05164 where specified. This blade fits only deck spindles equipped with the FastAttach® Blade System. Always verify your full model number, serial number, deck type, spindle style, original blade number, and owner’s manual before ordering.

Product Details

Easy Model Fitment Guide

Use the model list below as a quick reference. This blade only fits decks with FastAttach® blade spindles. Do not order by deck size alone.

Important: This blade is for FastAttach® blade systems only. It will not fit standard bolt-on blade spindles unless your parts diagram specifically lists 742P05164, 742-05164-0637, or 742-05164.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Cub Cadet FastAttach blade
• Part number 742P05164
• Same as 742-05164-0637
• Replaces 742-05164 where specified
• 18.611" high-lift 2-in-1 blade
• Fits select 54" FastAttach cutting decks
• Designed for side discharge and bagger performance
• Best suited for cutting in wet conditions compared to lower-lift blade styles
• Patented Secure-Lok® technology helps keep blades locked securely in place
• FastAttach® no-tools-required blade technology for faster blade changes

Why Choose a Genuine Cub Cadet FastAttach Blade?

FastAttach® blades are designed specifically for Cub Cadet decks equipped with the FastAttach blade spindle system. The Secure-Lok® design helps keep the blade locked in place while allowing quicker blade changes compared to traditional bolt-on blade systems.

This high-lift blade is designed to push grass toward the outside of the deck for improved side discharge and bagger performance. When your deck uses 742P05164, this OEM blade helps maintain the fit, cut quality, and safety system intended for your mower.

• Correct OEM blade for compatible FastAttach spindles
• Designed for Cub Cadet 54" FastAttach cutting decks
• Supports strong airflow for discharge and bagging
• OEM fit helps reduce blade fitment issues
• Built for reliable performance in compatible Cub Cadet decks

Important Fitment Notes

• This listing is for Cub Cadet blade number 742P05164
• Same as 742-05164-0637
• Replaces 742-05164 where specified
• Fits only deck spindles with the FastAttach® Blade System
• Verify your mower uses FastAttach blades before ordering
• Do not order by deck size alone
• Most 54" three-blade decks require multiple blades; verify quantity needed before ordering

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Before ordering Cub Cadet 742P05164, confirm:

• Your deck uses the FastAttach® Blade System
• Your original blade number is 742P05164, 742-05164-0637, or 742-05164
• Your mower model and serial number match the Cub Cadet parts lookup
• Your deck is a compatible 54" FastAttach cutting deck
• Your spindle system is not a standard bolt-on blade spindle
• You know whether you need one blade or a full set for your deck

Installation and Safety Notes

Blade replacement should be performed with the mower parked on level ground, engine off, key removed, parking brake engaged, blades disengaged, and spark plug wires disconnected where applicable. Follow your Cub Cadet owner’s manual for FastAttach blade removal and installation.

• Inspect the blade adapter and FastAttach spindle before installation
• Make sure the blade locks securely into the Secure-Lok® system
• Replace damaged, bent, cracked, or heavily worn blades
• Always install the correct blade orientation
• After installation, rotate blades by hand to confirm clearance
• Replace blades in matched sets when needed for balanced cutting performance

Part Number / Search Terms

Cub Cadet 742P05164 may also be searched as:

• Cub Cadet 742P05164
• 742P05164 blade
• 742-05164-0637
• Cub Cadet 742-05164
• 74205164
• Cub Cadet FastAttach blade
• Cub Cadet 54 inch FastAttach blade
• XT2 GX54 blade
• XT2 GX54D blade
• XT2 SLX54 blade
• Cub Cadet 18.611 blade
• Cub Cadet high lift blade
• Cub Cadet 2N1 blade
• Secure-Lok blade
• FastAttach mower blade
• OEM Cub Cadet blade

Frequently Asked Questions

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