More Cuts. Better Lift. Finer Clippings. Smarter Performance.

The Ballard X-Blade Dual Blade System is engineered to dramatically improve cut quality by increasing cutting frequency, airflow, and clipping processing—without forcing you into an extreme high-lift setup. By stacking two blades on each mower spindle using precision X-Blade adapters, the X-Blade system increases cutting frequency, airflow, and suction for finer clippings and a cleaner finish.

When used in the right conditions, X-Blades transform how your mower performs—especially for mulching, weekly maintenance mowing, and professional turf presentation.

Why Run a Dual Blade System?

The X-Blade setup doesn’t just add another blade—it fundamentally improves how grass is cut and processed inside the deck:

• More cuts per revolution for finer clippings and a more uniform finish
• Increased airflow and suction without excessive lift
• Improved clipping recirculation for superior mulching performance
• Cleaner discharge and better deck efficiency
• Fewer stragglers and more consistent cut quality

Unlike extreme high-lift blades, X-Blades boost airflow strategically, making them ideal for maintained turf where finish quality matters most.

Best Use Conditions

The X-Blade Dual Blade System performs best when used intentionally and in the right mowing environments:

✔ Weekly or regularly maintained lawns
✔ Mulching-focused applications
✔ Operators seeking improved cut quality without aggressive lift

Will the X-Blades damage your mower? 

No — when used correctly on compatible machines.

There are a lot of misconceptions about running two blades per spindle, so let’s clear a few things up.

The X-Blade is a bracket that holds two blades at a true 90-degree angle, keeping the setup properly balanced on the spindle. Machines that are compatible with a dual-blade configuration are typically commercial-grade mowers built with heavy-duty components designed to handle the additional rotating mass.

The X-Blade bracket itself is engineered to give slightly on hard impacts, helping protect more expensive components like blades, spindles, and deck parts.

⚠️ Blade selection matters.
Using the correct blades is critical, and following proper operation guidelines—such as engaging and disengaging blades at 50–70% throttle—helps prevent unnecessary wear.

The X-Blade system has been on the market for over 10 years, with hundreds of thousands of sets sold and used daily by contractors of all sizes.

To ensure the correct setup:

Use the Search by Mower guide on our website
Only run X-Blades on approved machines

X-Blades can be run:

• During leaf cleanups
• In heavy growth seasons
• Or all season, if desired

The blades used in the X-Blade setup can also be run as single blades at any time.

If you’re looking to improve cut quality, vacuum, mulching performance, and discharge velocity, X-Blades may be the upgrade you’re looking for.

Choose Your X-Blade Setup

Classic Silver X-Blade Setup – Proven Performance, Smart Value

The Classic Silver X-Blade Setup delivers reliable dual-blade performance at an accessible price point. By pairing proven Ballard blades with X-Blade adapters, this setup improves airflow, clipping processing, and mulching results over a single-blade configuration—without overcomplicating the deck.

Includes:
• RAZOR Standard Blade (primary blade)
• Ripper Mulching Blade (secondary blade)
• X-Blade Adapters

Ideal for operators who want noticeably better results than OEM blades while maintaining predictable, all-season performance.

GOLD Premium X-Blade Setup – Maximum Processing, Maximum Longevity

The GOLD Premium X-Blade Setup represents the highest level of performance Ballard offers in a dual-blade system. By combining two Titanium Carbide-edged blades with the X-Blade adapters, this configuration delivers finer mulching, stronger airflow control, and significantly longer edge life.

Includes:
• GOLD Standard Blade (primary blade)
• GOLD Hybrid Mulching Blade (secondary blade)
• X-Blade Adapters

Designed for professional operators who want the cleanest cut, the finest mulch, and the least amount of sharpening downtime.

What Makes X-Blade Different

• Dual-blade design increases cutting frequency without extreme lift
• Improves mulching by enhancing clipping recirculation inside the deck
• Maintains balanced airflow for consistent discharge and finish quality
• Allows blade pairing flexibility for tailored performance
• Built for operators who mow with intention—not brute force

The Bottom Line

If you want better mulching, a cleaner finish, and more efficient clipping processing, the X-Blade Dual Blade System delivers—when used where it makes sense.
Choose Classic Silver for dependable value and versatility, or step up to GOLD Premium for the highest performance and longest-lasting edge Ballard offers.

⚠ Not recommended for:

• Sandy or highly abrasive soil

• Rough cutting or overgrown conditions

• Use with Hi-Rise or Mowchete blades (excess airflow may cause front-deck blow-out)