Original MTD part 747-1271 — PTO (blade‑engage) lever. This genuine MTD replacement lever restores the deck/ PTO engagement control on compatible ride‑on tractors: it’s the stamped metal control lever that mounts to the deck/PTO bracket and connects to the engage cable so you can reliably engage and disengage the cutting blades.

Common fit examples from MTD parts diagrams include Junior 125 (parts breakdown MTD009238), JE 130 (MTD008522) and several Lawnflite/older MTD tractor models where 747‑1271 is shown as the lever‑PTO item — sold as the single lever replacement so you can swap in the original MTD piece and get your deck controls working like new.

Quick facts: matches the factory mounting points and linkage interface used on the listed MTD model assemblies, supplied as the individual lever (metal construction, ready to install), and is suitable when the original lever is bent, worn or broken. If you need a straightforward, direct‑fit power tool parts replacement to restore PTO function, this is the original MTD lever to use.