Western 49799 – 8.5′ Prodigy Steel Cutting Edge Kit (Includes Bolt Kit)

The genuine Western 49799 Cutting Edge Kit serves as the primary high-wear scraping bar mounted along the main center moldboard section of the Western PRODIGY™ winged snowplow. Fabricated from premium, high-carbon steel, this industrial wear bar measures exactly 83-1/2 inches in length, 6 inches in height, and 1/2 inch in thickness. Installing this original equipment manufacturer edge protects the permanent structural base angle of the main blade assembly from abrasive pavement friction, maintaining the engineered integrity of the plow’s framework. It delivers the structural rigidity required to slice cleanly through packed snow and ice sheets across expansive parking lots and commercial thoroughfares.

This factory-authorized kit features a pre-punched steel design with 8 slotted mounting holes sized at 11/16″ x 1-3/8″ to match original factory back-iron dimensions perfectly. Because it matches exact original blueprints, it guarantees seamless mechanical alignment out of the box, allowing shop mechanics to complete edge swap-outs rapidly without custom field drilling or structural modifications. The comprehensive maintenance package includes eight premium 5/8-11 x 2-1/2 inch Grade 5 carriage bolts and matching locknuts to create a rock-solid foundation that resists high-frequency mechanical vibrations in sub-zero thermal environments. It works in unison with the automated mechanical wings to maximize containment capacity during heavy clearing shifts.

For professional winter maintenance crews and fleet operators, executing a proactive change-out on thin, bowed, or cupped center edges eliminates uneven asphalt tracking and minimizes truck fuel draw. Operating a sharp, original manufacturer-grade cutting edge preserves the proper 70-degree attack angle designed to scrape surfaces clean down to bare pavement on the first pass. Integrating this authentic factory wear kit during pre-season servicing prevents structural metal-on-metal wear and keeps your automated winged plow operating within engineered safety limits.

Benefits of the Western 49799 Cutting Edge Kit

• Genuine OEM Center Edge: Engineered and balanced precisely for an exact bolt-on fit on the main center moldboard of Western PRODIGY™ winged snowplows.

• High-Carbon Steel Build: Robust 1/2-inch thick construction provides superior abrasion resistance and extended wear life over demanding commercial routes.

• Complete Grade 5 Fastener Set: Bundles the 83-1/2 inch scraping bar along with eight high-strength 5/8″ carriage bolts and locknuts to fully refresh hardware paths.

• Precision Slotted Punching: Incorporates 8 factory-cut slotted holes matching original back-iron specifications for clean out-of-the-box installation.

• Guards Core Plow Frame: Bears intense ground impact and high-frictional force to shield the permanent lower moldboard base angle from deformation.

Additional Info and Common Related Parts

Always refer to your Western Plow’s documentation and vehicle-specific installation instructions to confirm compatibility and proper installation procedures.