Exmark 116-8196-S 20.5 Inch Low-Lift CCW Blade OEM

Maintain dependable cutting performance with the genuine Exmark 116-8196-S Low-Lift Blade. Designed for compatible Exmark 60-inch rear-discharge mower decks, this 20.5-inch OEM blade features a 15/16-inch center hole and counterclockwise rotation. Its low-lift profile requires less horsepower and produces less airflow than standard or high-lift blades, making it useful for heavy growth and sandy mowing conditions.

Fits Select Exmark 60 Inch Rear-Discharge Mower Decks

This OEM blade is designed for compatible Exmark 60-inch rear-discharge deck applications requiring a 20.5-inch, counterclockwise-rotation low-lift blade with a 15/16-inch center hole. Detailed model and serial-number fitment data is not currently available.

Exmark 20.5 Inch Low-Lift CCW Blade Replacement

The Exmark 116-8196-S is a genuine OEM counterclockwise-rotation blade designed for its specified position on compatible 60-inch rear-discharge mower decks. Its low-lift profile reduces airflow and blade resistance while supporting dependable cutting performance.

Some rear-discharge decks use blades with different rotation directions in specific positions. Do not assume this counterclockwise blade is used in every blade position. This listing includes one individual blade.

Product Details

• Genuine Exmark OEM Low-Lift Blade
• Part Number: 116-8196-S
• Blade Length: 20.5 Inches
• Center Hole: 15/16 Inch
• Blade Rotation: Counterclockwise
• Blade Color: Black
• Designed for compatible 60-inch rear-discharge mower decks
• Low-lift profile requires less horsepower to operate
• Produces less airflow than standard or high-lift blades
• Useful for heavy, overgrown, or sandy mowing conditions
• Helps reduce the amount of abrasive sand drawn into the deck
• Built to Exmark factory specifications
• Sold individually

Low-Lift Performance

The low-lift profile produces less upward suction and resistance than standard or high-lift blade designs. This reduces the horsepower needed to turn the blade and can improve performance when cutting heavy or overgrown grass.

Reduced airflow is also useful in sandy conditions because it pulls less abrasive material into the mower deck. This can help reduce sandblasting and premature wear on the underside of the deck.

Counterclockwise Blade Rotation

The Exmark 116-8196-S is specifically designed to rotate counterclockwise. Blade rotation is a critical fitment detail because compatible rear-discharge decks may use different clockwise and counterclockwise blades in designated spindle positions.

Why Choose Genuine Exmark OEM Blades?

Genuine Exmark blades are engineered to provide the correct length, center-hole size, rotation direction, lift profile, balance, and deck clearance for compatible Exmark equipment. Using the specified OEM blade helps maintain proper cutting performance and safe mower-deck operation.

Important: Detailed model and serial-number fitment data is not currently available. Verify part number 116-8196-S, your mower model, serial number, 60-inch rear-discharge deck configuration, counterclockwise rotation, 15/16-inch center hole, and required blade position before ordering.