Homelite 996257001 Metal Blade Retainer – Genuine OEM Replacement Blade Retainer

Part Number: 996257001
Category: Outdoor Power Equipment Parts
Type: Metal Blade Retainer – Genuine OEM Replacement Blade Retainer

The Homelite 996257001 Metal Blade Retainer is a genuine OEM replacement blade retainer designed for select Homelite, Ryobi, and Ridgid riding lawn mowers. Engineered to original factory specifications, this metal retainer securely holds the mower blade in position on the spindle assembly, helping ensure proper blade alignment and safe cutting performance. It is an ideal replacement for a worn, bent, damaged, or corroded blade retainer that can compromise blade security or mowing performance.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 996257001
• Manufacturer: Homelite
• Product Type: Metal Blade Retainer
• Function: Secures the Mower Blade to the Spindle Assembly
• System: Mower Blade & Spindle Assembly
• Material: OEM Hardened Steel
• Compatible Brands: Homelite, Ryobi, and Ridgid
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite OEM Part
• Condition: New

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite OEM metal blade retainer
• Securely holds the mower blade in place during operation
• Helps maintain proper blade alignment
• Heavy-duty hardened steel construction for long service life
• Direct replacement for worn or damaged blade retainers
• Precision manufactured for dependable OEM fit
• Manufactured to original factory specifications
• Maintains OEM quality, fit, and reliability

Applications

• Select Homelite riding lawn mowers
• Select Ryobi riding lawn mowers
• Mower blade spindle assemblies
• Blade replacement and maintenance
• OEM replacement for compatible models

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific Homelite, Ryobi, or Ridgid model before ordering.
• Designed as a genuine OEM Metal Blade Retainer for equipment requiring part number 996257001.
• Commonly used on select Ryobi RY48110, RY48111, RY48112, RY48110A, RY48111A, and RY48112A 38-inch 48V Riding Mower models as part of the blade mounting assembly.
• This listing is for the metal blade retainer only. Blade, spindle, blade bolt, washers, and additional mower deck components are sold separately.
• Inspect the blade, spindle, blade bolt, and related hardware during installation, and tighten all fasteners to the manufacturer's recommended torque specifications to ensure safe operation and proper cutting performance.