747-04944B Front Deck Lift Rod — Replaces 747-04944A / 747-04944 — Fits MTD, Cub Cadet LTX1040 / LTX1042, Troy-Bilt TB2246, Craftsman 247288800 / 247288881

Overview: Replacement front deck lift rod designed for a range of lawn tractors from MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Yard Man, and Husky. Direct swap for OEM lift rod part numbers 747-04944B, 747-04944A, and 747-04944. Provides reliable deck lifting and height control for compatible models. Compatible with MTD models (2009): 13AJ771G004 (2009), 13AJ795G004 (2009), 13AJ771G304 (2009), 13AJ771G372 (2009), 13AJ771G401 (2009), 13AJ771G720 (2009), 13AJ771G730 (2009), 13AJ771G301 (2009), 13AJ771G709 (2009), 13AJ771G371 (2009), 13AJ771G307 (2009), 13AJ771G513 (2009), 13AJ771G713 (2009), 13AJ771G382 (2009), 13AJ771G000 (2009), 13AJ771G121 (2009), 13AJ771G205 (2009), 13AJ771G705 (2009), 13AJ771G706 (2009), 13AJ771G026 (2009), 13AJ771G726 (2009), 13AJ771G054 (2009), 13AJ771G745 (2009). Compatible with Cub Cadet models: LTX1040, LTX1042, LTX1042KH, LTX1042KW, LTX1045, LTX1046, LTX1046KW, LTX1046M, LTX1050KH. Compatible with Craftsman models: 247286720, 247288800, 247288881, 247289010, 247289020, 247289040, 247289050, 247289060, 247289110, 247289190, 247289800. Compatible with Troy-Bilt models: 13AN77KG011, 13AN77KS011, 13AN77KS066, 13AX78KS011, 13AX78KS066, 13WN77KS011, 13WN77KS211, 13WX78KS011, 13WX78KS066, 13WX78KS211, TB2246. Also compatible with Yard Man models: 13AX90YT001, 13AX915T001, 13AX935T001, 13RM772S055, 13RN772G055. Also compatible with Husky models: 13AJ771S031, 13AJ771S231, 13WJ771S231. Function and benefits: This lift rod links the mower’s front frame to the deck lift mechanism so the cutting deck raises and lowers smoothly. It helps preserve a consistent cutting height over uneven ground for more even results and supports overall mowing performance when installed and functioning correctly.