✓【Recommended Replacement】 A worn 954-05040 upper transmission belt can cause sluggish movement, slipping, hesitation, squealing, inconsistent ground speed, or a mower that will not move correctly even though the engine runs. Replace the belt when you see cracks, frayed edges, glazing, exposed cords, stretching, or heat damage. Built for repeated flexing, friction, heat, dust, and outdoor debris, this replacement belt helps restore steady power transfer through the drive system. Verify the original OE number, exact mower model number, and upper-belt routing before purchase.
✓【Quality Manufacturing】 Built for demanding riding-mower transmission service, this 954-05040 replacement belt uses reinforced tensile construction to help control stretching and withstand repeated flexing, friction, heat, dust, and outdoor debris. Correct fit, routing, and tension help maintain smooth engagement, stable ground speed, and dependable forward/reverse response while reducing slip and premature wear. Inspect pulleys, bearings, guides, and tension components before installation because a damaged drive system can quickly wear a new belt.
✓【Replacement Parts & Specifications】 Replaces 954-05040, 754-05040, 954-0241A, 754-0241A, 754-0241, 954-04057, 754-04057, 490-501-C087, 490-501-F087, CMXGZAM501087, OEM-754-0241 and OEM-754-0241A. Official reference size: 35.25-inch belt length x 0.656-inch top width. Designed as an UPPER transmission / ground-drive belt for selected MTD-built riding mowers. This is not a mower deck/blade belt and not a lower drive belt. Verify OE, exact model number, belt position, and routing before purchase.
✓【Troy-Bilt & Craftsman Compatibility】 Fits selected Troy-Bilt TB30, TB30B, TB30R, TB42, Pony 42", Pony 36", Pony and Tuffy applications using 954-05040. Fits selected Craftsman R110, T110, T85, T100, R105, T105, T107, T110K, T1000, R1000, R1500 and T2700. Many of these families were produced under multiple 11-character model numbers, and several TB30R, TB42 and Pony applications are limited to specific model numbers. Match the exact equipment model number in the compatibility list before ordering.
✓【Cub Cadet, MTD & Yard Machines Compatibility】 Fits selected Cub Cadet Mini Rider CC30, 514, 518, 526, 800, 802, 804, 830, 1002, 1030, 1106, 1136, 1208 and 1238 applications; selected MTD legacy models; Yard Machines 439/42, 547/42, 679/46, 17.5/42 and additional listed models; plus Yard-Man 13AC762F755. Several Cub Cadet applications such as 802, 804, 1002, 1030, 1106, 1208 and 1238 fit only the specific model numbers listed in the compatibility chart. Verify the exact model number before purchase.
✓【White Outdoor, Huskee, Columbia, Murray & More】 Fits selected White Outdoor R-53, R-10, R-86, LT-1700, LT-542 G and LT-546 G; Huskee LT4200 and 13AD771G731; Columbia CLT38G, V761F, V76GF and C76GF; Murray M115-38, M135-38, M155-42, M115-42, M1642 and M175-42. Also fits selected MasterCut, Bolens, Ranch King, Hechinger, Turf Power, Mastercraft, Lawn Chief and Lawn Champ applications listed in the compatibility chart. Always confirm the original belt number and exact model number before ordering.
✓【Important Fitment Notice & Lifetime Support】 Brand name, mower family, or deck width alone cannot guarantee fitment. 954-05040 is the UPPER transmission / ground-drive belt; some mowers use a separate lower drive belt and a separate deck belt. Verify the original OE, exact model number, belt position, and routing before installation. Inspect engine/transmission pulleys, idlers, bearings, tension spring, guides, and keepers. Your purchase is backed by our lifetime warranty and 24-hour support. For faster help, send the mower brand, exact model number, original belt number, and routing photos.