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It’s not a complicated job to attach a snowthrower to your Craftsman, Husqvarna, Ariens, Poulan or Jonserd Tractors. This is just a quick article going through where to get the snow blowers and a spare copy of the manual. It takes about 2 hours the first time and 30 minutes after that.
Yes! There Is a Video!
Let’s start with the manuals.
Craftsman 24837 42 inch Craftsman/Husqvarna Snow Thrower Manual
Craftsman 25840 50 inch Craftsman/Husqvarna Snow Thrower Manual
Agri-Fab Snow Thrower Adapter Kit: Parts kit to convert 24837 snow thrower to fit 2006 and older Craftsman lawn and garden tractors. These tractors have two deck supports in the front. It will go back to about 1999 tractors Garden Tractor Snowblower Mounting Kit
Here is a chart that lists Craftsman tractors. Any tractor that lists a snow blower other than the 24837/25840 needs the adapter kit above.
Husqvarna also has a specific snow thrower. It is built by the same company for them as the Craftsman snow blowers.
531 30 71-69 42 inch. Fits all 2006, 2007, 2008 Husqvarna Tex-style tractor frames (LT, YT, & GT). This includes all current cast iron front axle Craftsman, Husqvarna, Ariens, Poulan or Jonserd Tractors. Will not fit old GT rail-type frames. Will not fit 2005 version and prior. Husqvarna 531307169 42-Inch Two-Stage Snow Thrower Attachment For Lawn Tractors
581 34 57-01 50″ Snow Thrower Attachment for 2006 and newer Husqvarna Lawn & Garden Tractors. Husqvarna 581 34 57-01 Tractor Mount Two-Stage Snow Blower with 50″ Clearing Width
These are the correct Shear Bolts OEM-710-0890 MTD Snow Thrower Shear Pin Replaces 710-0890 2004 & Prior
I really like these tire chains.
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vavavavance
Hello ..cool info here ! Still confused as..well you know.
I have a craftsman GT6000 ..944.605290…mfg1995
Is the 48624846(X) the only one that will fit?
Paul
Hi Vance, There are no cross-reference charts for Sears Ca. tractors so I can’t say for sure – BUT that’s one of the first 486 snowblowers. The 46 inch was only used until 2003 and there were no other snowblowers sold for the Craftsman GT tractor during that time.
Matthew
Looking to upgrade my old craftsman tractor to a new Husqvarna . Have a craftsman snow blower model 486.248381 that still works. (Its12 years old) Wondering your experiences with putting old blower on new tractor and if it’s at all possible. Also any does or don’t would be appreciated.
Paul
Hi Matthew, Husqvarna has their own snowblowers and Craftsman had their own snowblowers. Even though they were probably the same, no one has ever made a cross-reference chart to see if a Craftsman will fit on a Husqvarna. On top of that, since Husqvarna completely redesigned their tractors this year we don’t know if ANY old equipment will mount to the new frame.
In addition, was the snowblower mounted on a tractor with one center rod that attached the deck to the tractor, or were there two rods that went to the deck on the front of the tractor. If there was one rod there might be a chance it might fit – but – if there are two rods then it WILL NOT fit. (the snowblower originally came with both types of mounts but most people threw away the mounts they didn’t use.)
Here is a link to the snowblower manual to explain this more: I have no access to any information on the Canadian Craftsman products. Sears.ca always had a tight lid on any info including parts and operator’s manuals. When they closed their doors it disappeared. That said,The tractor was made by Husqvarna
Matthew
Thanks for quick response Paul. Next question , is my older snowblower still compatible with a newer craftsman.
Almost feel like I should just get new blower with new tractor not sure of life expectancies of a snowblower it is 12 years old not sure how much longer it’ll last. Live in northern Michigan so machine gets used frequently during winter months.
Just looking for friendly opinion.
Thanks in advance
Matthew
Paul
Hi Matthew, The Sears Craftsman made after 2015 and the current Craftsman now owned by Stanley, Black & Decker are all made by MTD. The Sears model number prefix is 247. So your snowblower will not fit any of them.
You snowblower only fits Craftsman tractors with the 917 prefix and I recommend only attaching one to a garden tractor style.
Joseph R Eisch
I have a 2017 gth52xls husqvarna tractor. I’m looking to find what used craftsman snow blower will fit. There are some for sale and will not buy unless I know they fit. Help?
Paul
Hi Joeseph, There are no cross reference charts for that. Craftsman only fit Craftsman and Husqvarna had their own snowblowers also.
Bob Witte
Hi Paul, Thanks for getting back to me. it is the big mystery as I have found as well. The frame mounts are identical as well as the mounting brackets for the snow blower. The issue is the transfer case mount at the drive pedal assembly. I think i have the fix to make it work . I have the latest latest fit kit (after 2006) and a slight modification to the mounting bracket should do the trick. I’ll keep you posted.
Camden
Hi Paul I’ve got a craftsman pro series 7800 built by mtd I’m not sure what snowblower to get can you help thanks
Paul
Hi Camden, No, I can’t help. The fit-up charts I have only have the Husqvarna built tractors listed. I don’t know where to send you other than try the guys over at mytractorforum.com
Roger
Which model snow thrower should i get fir craftsman t310? Thanks
Paul
Hi Roger, The only snowblower that fits the Craftsman Tractors sold at Lowes is the snowblower sold at Lowes
CRAFTSMAN 42-in Snow Thrower
Item #1613873Model #CMX-GZ-BF-71-24837
You will also need the rear wright kit and rear tire chains.
Bob Witte
Hi Paul I have a Husqvarna model 960430311. Can i mount a Craftsman 486.248381 snow blower?
Paul
Hi Bob, I don’t know if Husqvarna changed their mounting positions on the new tractors – and there is no one who seems to know…
That said, no one has a cross-reference for mounting one brands snow blower onto another brand.
Your snowblower is pretty old. It originally came with two sets of mounts. One set for pre-2006 Craftsman and another set for post-2006. If you have the post-2006 mounts you can see if the bolt holes will line up on your new frame. If you need the manual you can get it here: Craftsman 486.248381
Kevin Steuerwald
Hi I have a craftsman model 917.288700 will the Husqvarna 42 inch snowblower attachment fit?
Paul
Hi Kevin, The latest model Sears Craftsman (486 prefix) and the current Agri-Fab snow blowers (for Sears/Craftsman) fit your tractor. The Craftsman snowblowers sold at Lowes will not fit. I don’t know about Husqvarna 42 inch snow blowers. They have had quite a few different ones over the years and there are no conversion charts available to mount them on different brands of tractors.
dave
hi paul.. in have un poulan pro 2006 db24h42.. and i have un snow blower mtd 190-624-000 …what is the front mounting kit i needÉ
Paul
Hi Dave, 1. They two products are not compatible. The Poulan Pro and the MTD are made by two separate companies. 2. I don’t remember Poulan Pro ever offering a snowblower attachment so there may not be any mounting holes in the frame for an Agri-Fab snow blower. 3. I suggest checking with a Poulan Pro dealer to see if there is a snow blower available.
Chris
Hi Paul. I have a 2005 Husqvarna GTH2754 and can not seem so pin down what snowblower attachment will fit. My model # is 96023000400. I am so tired of reading “this will not fit 2005 and older”. Please help and thank you in advance.
Paul
Hi Chris, I’m going to assume your tractor has 4 mounts/rod connecting the deck to the tractor lift. The newer tractors only have three – Two in the rear and one in the front.
That makes finding a new snowblower almost impossible to find. i.e., the current Husqvarna snow blower won’t fit.
The snowblower that was designed for your tractor was the Agri-Fab Model No. LST 42A. I don’t know if the 42B will work but the 42C and the current Agri-Fab will not work. http://www.agri-fab.com/Portals/0/Manuals/LST42A.pdf
Shane A Rivet
I have a 2015 Ariens 936052 42 in. 19 hp kohler hydrostatic riding lawn tractor looking for a comparable snow blower, any thoughts
Paul
Hi Shane, I’m not aware the Ariens ever sold a snowblower for that tractor. The tractor was made for Ariens by Husqvarna but I don’t know if the frame had the mounting holes in it for mounting a snowblower. I suggest talking to a good Husqvarna dealer and see if their cross-reference sheets will help.
Shane A Rivet
Hi Paul, well the 2015 Husqvarna YTH1942 is the Ariens (960460058) A19KA42 now to find the snow blower attachment that fits this unit
Kyle
Hi Paul, I have a 2020 Craftsman T110 (Model 13AN77XS093). I have the opportunity to pick up a Craftsman 24838 thrower attachment. Will this mount up? I know the MTD 190-032 is the “correct” listed attachment.
Paul
Hi Kyle, unfortunately, the Craftsman you have sold by Stanley, Black & Decker (SBD) will not fit ANY mounted equipment that was sold by Sears. That said, even though SBD makes no distinction the tractor you have is too “light” to handle a snowblower. The welded tube front axle, frame and transmission are not strong enough. You can put the snow blade on it but I don’t recommend the snow blower.
Zach
Paul,
I recently purchased a Dixon D25KH48 lawn mower. Looking at the model number i believe it is a 2010 model (96046002000) I know Dixon was purchased by Husqvarna so maybe a blower that works for Husqvarna will work for this. Basically I am trying to find a snowblower attachment that will work for my model mower. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
Paul