Oregon 596-808 Gator Mulching Mower Blade for Excel & Hustler – Replacement Lawn & Garden Equipment Lawn Mower Cutting Blade Component

Part Number: 596-808
Category: Lawn & Garden Equipment Replacement Parts
Type: Gator G5 18-1/2" Mulching Lawn Mower Cutting Blade

The Oregon 596-808 Gator G5 Mulching Mower Blade is a premium replacement cutting blade designed for compatible Excel and Hustler lawn mowers equipped with select 54-inch cutting decks. Featuring an 18-1/2-inch length, 3-inch width, 0.203-inch thickness, and 5/8-inch center hole, this blade uses Oregon's Gator G5 mulching design to improve grass cutting, mulching, and discharge performance. Its tungsten carbide-fused cutting edge helps maintain sharpness and durability, while the aggressive blade angle increases airflow for efficient bagging and side discharge. Designed for demanding mowing applications, this blade provides a replacement for worn, bent, damaged, or dull mower blades.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 596-808

• Brand: Oregon

• Product Type: Gator G5 Mulching Mower Blade

• Component Type: Lawn Mower Cutting Blade

• Product Series: Gator G5

• Blade Length: 18-1/2"

• Blade Width: 3"

• Blade Thickness: 0.203"

• Center Hole Diameter: 5/8"

• Blade Offset: 0"

• Air Lift: 1"

• Cutting Edge Technology: Tungsten Carbide Fusion

• Blade Design: Gator Mulching Blade

• Cutting Technology: X-Tended Cutting Length

• Blade Color: Black

• Compatible Cutting Deck: Select 54" Excel & Hustler Mower Decks

• Replaces Hustler OEM Numbers: 602416, 602416X, 602416Y, 797712, 797712X, 797712Y

• Additional Hustler Cross-References: 601012, 601012X, 601013, 601013X, 601124, 601124X, 601124Y, 797696, 797696X, 797696Y, 797704, 797704X, 797704Y

• Additional Cross-References: Mowmore MB12733, Rotary 12733, Spartan 438-0001-00, Stens 302-660, Sunbelt B1PD5145

• Application: Lawn Mower Grass Cutting & Mulching

• Package Quantity: 1 Mower Blade

• Condition: New

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Oregon 596-808 Gator G5 replacement mower blade

• Features an 18-1/2-inch length and 5/8-inch center hole

• Designed for compatible Excel and Hustler mower cutting decks

• Tungsten carbide-fused cutting edge helps maintain sharpness longer

• Gator mulching design helps produce finer grass clippings

• X-Tended Cutting Length improves cutting efficiency

• Aggressive blade angle increases airflow for improved bagging and discharge

• Durable blade construction supports demanding mowing applications

• Wider blade profile provides strength and extended service life

• Supports efficient mulching, bagging, and side discharge

• Replaces select Hustler OEM mower blade part numbers

• Suitable for replacing worn, bent, damaged, or dull cutting blades

Applications

• Select Excel lawn mower cutting decks

• Select Hustler lawn mower cutting decks

• Compatible Hustler 54-inch mower decks

• Hustler XR7 cutting deck applications where specified

• Commercial lawn mower cutting systems

• Residential lawn mower blade replacement

• Zero-turn lawn mower maintenance

• Grass cutting and mulching applications

• Lawn mower bagging and side discharge operations

• Mower deck cutting blade replacement and maintenance

• Applications requiring Oregon 596-808 or compatible Hustler OEM blade specifications

Important Information

• Verify Oregon part number 596-808 before ordering.

• Features an 18-1/2" length, 3" width, and 0.203" thickness.

• Designed with a 5/8" center hole.

• Blade offset measures 0", with an air lift of 1".

• Part of Oregon's Gator G5 mulching blade series.

• Features a tungsten carbide-fused cutting edge for improved durability.

• Replaces Hustler OEM numbers 602416, 602416X, 602416Y, 797712, 797712X, and 797712Y.

• Fits select Excel and Hustler 54-inch cutting deck applications.

• Compatible 54-inch three-blade mower decks typically require three blades for a complete replacement set.

• Includes one Oregon Gator G5 mower blade.

• Not every Excel or Hustler mower uses the same blade dimensions or mounting configuration.

• Confirm the equipment model, cutting deck size, center hole diameter, and original blade part number before purchasing.

• Inspect the blade spindle, mounting hardware, and mower deck for wear or damage before installation.

• Replace damaged or excessively worn blades to maintain proper cutting performance.

• Ensure the blade is securely installed and properly balanced before operating equipment.

• Disconnect the spark plug or disable the mower's power source before servicing the cutting deck.

• Follow the equipment manufacturer's installation and safety instructions.