Parts for 13BL78ST299 — MTD

We found 15 parts confirmed to fit the MTD 13BL78ST299.

Same parts list as 247288853 (Craftsman). 13BL78ST299 shares an identical confirmed parts list with 247288853 (Craftsman). That page is the canonical version of this parts list — use it if you want the primary reference, or stay here since the list below is exactly the same for 13BL78ST299.

Compatibility table

All 15 confirmed parts, ordered so parts that fit fewer models (more specific to this appliance) appear first.
Part #PartAlso fitsReference price
777D18558Lawn Mower Decal4 models$2.72 · Amazon
777X46404Decal5 models$2.72 · Amazon
777X46245Decal9 models$3.40 · Amazon
68304730A0709Lawn Tractor 46-in Deck Housing9 models$542.77 · Amazon
68304730ALawn Tractor 46-in Deck Housing10 models$542.77 · Amazon
62505001Key Assembly15 models$24.95 · Amazon
95404208Lawn Tractor Transaxle Belt, 2/3 x 40-9/10-in43 models$39.59 · Amazon
75308068Lawn Mower Idler Pulley69 models$35.72 · Amazon
9540467AMTD Lawn Tractor Ground Drive Belt, 2/3 x 90-4/5-in85 models$51.94 · Amazon
94604173ECable:engagement D98 models$73.58 · Amazon
BS692236Exhaust Gasket111 models$7.22 · Amazon
73404155MTD Lawn Tractor Gauge Wheel320 models$28.12 · Amazon
71404040MTD Lawn & Garden Equipment Cotter Pin, 1/4- to 5/16-in609 models$2.99 · Amazon
71204063Yard Machines Lawn & Garden Equipment Lock Nut, 5/16-181,010 models$5.45 · Amazon
71204065MTD Yard Machines Lawn Tractor Flange Nut1,047 models$6.24 · Amazon

Prices shown are an informational reference range only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly. Each part links to an Amazon search so you can compare current listings yourself.

Common failure areas on this model

The confirmed parts above group into a handful of failure areas. Here is what each points to and how to check it before you order anything.

General hardware and mounting parts

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Parts in this group on 13BL78ST299: 777D18558 (Lawn Mower Decal), 777X46404 (Decal), 777X46245 (Decal), 62505001 (Key Assembly), 94604173E (Cable:engagement D), 73404155 (MTD Lawn Tractor Gauge Wheel), 71404040 (MTD Lawn & Garden Equipment Cotter Pin, 1/4- to 5/16-in), 71204063 (Yard Machines Lawn & Garden Equipment Lock Nut, 5/16-18), 71204065 (MTD Yard Machines Lawn Tractor Flange Nut).

Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware

Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.

Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.

Parts in this group on 13BL78ST299: 68304730A0709 (Lawn Tractor 46-in Deck Housing), 68304730A (Lawn Tractor 46-in Deck Housing).

Drive system (belts, pulleys, motors)

Symptom: A drum or tub that won't turn, a burning-rubber smell, or a loud thump or squeal during a cycle.

Check: With power off, turn the drum or tub by hand -- resistance or grinding points to the motor or a bearing, and a cracked, glazed, or snapped belt is visible once the cabinet is open.

Parts in this group on 13BL78ST299: 95404208 (Lawn Tractor Transaxle Belt, 2/3 x 40-9/10-in), 75308068 (Lawn Mower Idler Pulley), 9540467A (MTD Lawn Tractor Ground Drive Belt, 2/3 x 90-4/5-in).

Door and drum seals

Symptom: A door or drum seal that has lost its grip, letting water or conditioned air escape past it.

Check: Inspect the seal for tears, flattening, or gaps, and check it against your model's part number before ordering.

Parts in this group on 13BL78ST299: BS692236 (Exhaust Gasket).

Before you buy

Match 13BL78ST299 exactly against the model and serial plate on the appliance itself before ordering anything — a single mismatched character can point to a different production run with different parts. Then check the part number printed or stamped on the part you are replacing against the part numbers in the table above; the printed number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment when a model has gone through multiple production runs. RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly — every part link above routes to an Amazon search for that part number so you can compare current listings and sellers yourself.

How to confirm this is your model

Check inside a door opening, on a back or side panel, or behind a removable panel or drawer for a label printed with the model and serial number. Match every character exactly, including letters and dashes at the end — appliance model numbers often have similar prefixes but different suffixes for different production runs.

Other models with this exact parts list

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