Description
Part Number: Z11228
• Part Name: Sickle Knife Guard, also commonly known as a Double Sickle Knife Guard or Double Blade Protector.
• Type: Wear/working part on lawnmowers or harvesting equipment.
• Function Description: The sickle knife guard is a key component mounted on the cutter bar. Its main function is to hold the moving blade (sickle knife or sections) in place and work in conjunction with it to cut crop stalks like scissors. The double design refers to two “fingers” side-by-side on a single guard base, which simultaneously protect and support two moving blades, providing stable cutting.
Main Applicable Models
This part is primarily compatible with the cutting systems of a wide range of John Deere grain harvesters and lawnmowers. Below is a partial list of commonly applicable models:
Please Note: This list may not be complete due to the large number of John Deere models and configuration differences between years. The most accurate method is to cross-verify using John Deere’s official parts system.
1. Grain Combine Harvester Series
This part is widely used on the headers of various John Deere grain harvester models.
• Titan Series Large Harvesters:
◦ 9570 STS
◦ 9670 STS
◦ 9770 STS
• S Series Harvesters:
◦ S550
◦ S660
◦ S670
◦ S680
◦ S690
◦ S770
◦ S780
• W Series Walk-Along Harvesters:
◦ W230
◦ W240
• Other Classic Models:
◦ 1050
◦ 1065
◦ 1075
◦ 1085
◦ 2082
◦ 2182
2. Lawn Mower/Crusher Series
It is also commonly used in equipment for achieving efficient lawn mowing.
• Disc Mower Conditioners:
◦ 1470
◦ 1465
• Mower Conditioners:
◦ 946










