Quick answer:
The John Deere Z994R mower blade part number found is M170202. The blade measurement captured is center hole 1 in (25 mm). The deck uses 3 blades.
Blade part #M170202
Blade sizecenter hole 1 in (25 mm)
Blade count3 blades
John Deere Z994R Mower Blade Size and Part Numbers
| Mower blade part number | M170202 |
|---|---|
| Blade center hole size | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Number of blades | 3 blades |
| Blade type | high-lift, mulching, and standard |
John Deere Z994R Blade Notes
| Blade note | The John Deere Z994R blade listing captured here shows single blade part number M170202 and center hole 1 in (25 mm). Confirm the number against the deck tag, old blade stamp or official parts diagram before ordering |
|---|---|
| Deck note | For the John Deere Z994R, the captured deck information is blade count 3 blades. This helps separate 42-inch, 48-inch, 54-inch and larger deck blade setups |
| Blade type note | The blade type captured for the John Deere Z994R is high-lift, mulching, and standard. High-lift is usually better for bagging, while mulching blades are for chopping clippings finer under a compatible deck |
| Fitment note | The blunt rule with the John Deere Z994R: part number and center hole beat guesswork. A blade can be the right length and still be wrong |
John Deere Z994R Mower Blade FAQ
Can you modify a John Deere Z994R blade center hole to fit?
Do not do that. The captured center-hole detail is 1 in (25 mm). Grinding or drilling a mower blade can ruin balance and create vibration
Can you swap John Deere Z994R blade types?
The blade type captured is high-lift, mulching, and standard. You can often choose a different style only if it fits the same deck and spindle setup. Use M170202 as the fitment starting point
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Blade specs can change by year, mower deck, spindle, serial range and regional parts catalog. Please check the operator manual, old blade stamp, deck tag and official John Deere parts catalog before ordering replacement blades.
