Wheels for the Neva walk-behind tractor: types and methods of application

Many farmers do not know about the rules for installing wheels for a walk-behind tractor themselves. The equipment is indispensable in the presence of summer cottages and fields: it can be used for plowing soil, planting root crops, etc.

Often the basic equipment does not fit the motor cultivator, but the chassis can be changed by first selecting suitable wheels.

Neva walk-behind tractors have proven themselves to be the best

Extended weighted walk-behind tractor hub for Niva wheels GBM-070-30-310

The hub is extended, reinforced and weighted for the Neva, Oka, Cascade, Luch, Tselina, Kadvi walk-behind tractors as well as for other models with a 25 or 30 mm shaft. Bolt holes for wheels of Zhiguli and VAZ, Niva, etc. bushing made of solid round timber D 50 mm.

Price:

₽1 430,00

Size:

310 mm x 170 mm x 170 mm (L x W x H)

Weight:

6 kg

Description

The installation inner diameter of the bushing is 25 or 30 mm. The full length of the hub is 310 mm (does not require additional extensions; due to its length, it is installed quite tightly directly onto the gearbox shaft, which minimizes bending and runout of the wheels than when using conventional axle extensions with standard hubs in each of which, unfortunately, there are huge gaps, which gives a large curvature) The hole for the locking pin is 10.2 mm (at a distance of 25 mm from the edge) The bolt pattern of the mounting holes for the walk-behind tractor wheels: 5x139.7 - for Niva wheels, centering collar D 98 mm, holes for M12 stud; (in the photographs below this particular option is shown for Niva wheels) 4x98 - for VAZ and Lada wheels, centering collar D 58 mm, holes for M14 stud; 4x100 and 5x120 - for wheels of walk-behind tractors and trolleys, centering collar D 80 mm, holes for M10 stud.

(It is possible to change the length of these hubs to suit your required track, as well as the dimensions of the mounting holes, bolt patterns, flange diameter, as well as the thickness of the flange for any wheel or lug as agreed with the Customer) The outer diameter of the disk is 100-175 mm (depending on the bolt pattern and wheel used) Thickness of the disk sheet - 6 mm (The disk is sharpened from a sheet 10 mm thick only after welding to the bushing, to eliminate runout and maintain perpendicularity of the installation plane of the disk and wheel to the axis of rotation, the thickness of the centering shoulder is 4 mm, diameter - 58-98 mm - also depends on the wheel rim) Bushing wall thickness - 10 mm (The bushing is made of solid round timber with a diameter of 50 mm, material St. 45, the hole is drilled and machined with a cutter to dimensions of 30+0.15 mm for tight installation on the gearbox shaft with minimal gap) Material - carbon steel This hub is used to connect the output shaft of a walk-behind tractor with a diameter of 25 and 30 mm with various flange lugs and walk-behind tractor or car wheels, without the use of adapters and extensions, replaces standard conventional extensions and conventional walk-behind tractor hubs but is many times superior to them in terms of quality and service life, which ultimately reduces the load on the gearbox and the cost of its repair. Used on Neva MB, Tselina MB, Salyut, Cascade, ELITECH KB-60, Oka, Luch, as well as on all walk-behind tractors with a gearbox shaft diameter of 25 or 30 mm.

Delivery set: Extended weighted walk-behind tractor hub for Niva wheels GBM-070-30-310 - 2 pcs.

Similar names for this product: — Walk-behind tractor salute hub; — Motoblock Neva wheel hub; — Motoblock agate hub; — The hub of the walk-behind tractor cascade; — Vase hub for a walk-behind tractor; — Walk-behind tractor hub for Niva wheels; — Motoblock on Zhiguli hubs; — Universal hub for walk-behind tractor.

Types and types of wheels for Neva walk-behind tractors

Neva walk-behind tractors have a wide range of applications. However, regardless of what kind of attachment they will work with, they need wheels to operate them. This is the main working unit. And their choice must be approached with understanding. Let's figure out exactly what types of wheels are available for sale for the Neva walk-behind tractor.

Set of traction wheels 16x6.50-8

These wheels are installed when carrying out traction work with the Neva walk-behind tractor. Their characteristics are maximally adapted for this.

The tires are made in a tubeless version, which eliminates the risk of wheel failure due to the tube being overinflated and bursting. The working pressure inside is 2 atmospheres. The maximum load on one tire should not exceed 280 kgf. The weight of a set of wheels does not exceed 13 kg.

The outside diameter of the tire is 16 inches and the width is 6.5 inches.

Transport wheels 4.0x8

These wheels have a smaller diameter and lower tire pressure. Because they are intended primarily for transporting goods and are installed on a trailer.

They are only 4 inches wide and 8 inches wide. They are not large in height, but they are wide. Therefore, they have a large area of ​​adhesion to the ground. This makes them ideal for transporting goods.

Wheel Tread Widening Kit

Sometimes it becomes necessary to lengthen the axle of a walk-behind tractor or trailer to work with any attachments or to install wheels (which do not have a bushing). And changing the axle completely is time-consuming and expensive. It is much easier to buy special extenders.

They make the rut bigger. Thus providing the opportunity to install wider wheels or a trailer.

The delivery set includes two extensions and two stoppers. This is a simple but effective design.

Recommendations

There are various types of Zhiguli wheels on the Russian market. You can safely choose any product - even sets preserved from the 1980s. When installing wheels on the Oka walk-behind tractor, it is recommended to use unlockers. They will simplify turning in the garden even more than using lugs. To make unlockers, it is advisable to use parts from Zhiguli.

Craftsmen recommend performing welding work as carefully as possible. If they are done incorrectly, the structure will quickly fall apart. If you need to mount wheels on the Patriot Pobeda walk-behind tractor, you should take into account its characteristic feature. The hubs are made in such a way that they fit onto the axle at a randomly selected end. This allows you to install the wheels almost close to the gearbox.

If, after installing the Zhiguli supports, you reduce the gas to a minimum, you can safely drive even on empty tires.

Narrowing the track helps improve the controllability of the mechanism. As practice shows, there is no need to change motors - even standard engines of walk-behind tractors cope effectively with the work after installing large wheels. Experienced users, however, caution against pressing the clutch too hard. Modification of the wheels themselves (if the diameter is suitable) is not necessary.

To learn how to install Zhiguli wheels on a walk-behind tractor, see the video below.

What third-party wheels are suitable for the Neva walk-behind tractor?

Wheels from Muscovites and Lada are best suited for installation on the Neva walk-behind tractor. There is no need to change anything in them, since their diameter is ideal for installation on a walk-behind tractor. They only need to be slightly modernized by welding.

Factory options will cost much more.

The main task when modernizing Zhiguli wheels is to make them heavier, since in the factory configuration they are very light.

Listed below are the main stages of manufacturing wheels for a walk-behind tractor from car tires:

• An axle shaft is installed inside the wheels;
• To make it easier to change wheels, square plates are installed on the axle and holes are made in them. And then the wheels from Zhiguei are attached to these plates;
• A cap is placed on the outside to protect against external factors;
• The tubes should be removed, and only the tires should be left (to improve the quality of traction, winter tires should be used).

Using tires from other cars is problematic because they have a larger diameter or width, so they need to be additionally adjusted using an axle extension or some other method, and this is not always possible for everyone.

To improve the lug-holding properties, some people additionally cover the wheels with a chain. When driving, the chain digs into the ground and provides additional traction. The effect of it is especially noticeable when driving after rain or snow.

Tips for choosing

• Not all wheels can be installed on Neva walk-behind tractors. Large ones will not “sit” well; it is very important to respect the diameter. Homemade ones are only suitable if they were taken from a Moskvich or Zhiguli and well adapted.
• When purchasing, the user should know that when using a trailer or in the case when the walk-behind tractor is used as a traction equipment, metal wheels will not work, they will ruin the asphalt surface, so they install pneumatic ones.
• You should always take into account what the main purpose of using the walk-behind tractor is. If you plan to plow virgin soil, then wide models will help, which will also be indispensable when digging up potatoes.

• Universal models can be used on any walk-behind tractor, regardless of its type. This is the option when you don’t want to pay twice. On average, such wheels cost 5 thousand rubles.
• In specialized stores there will always be wheels designed for a specific walk-behind tractor. The cost may vary depending on the manufacturer, and low price is not always good quality. They may differ in characteristics and configuration.
• If the user has an expensive walk-behind tractor, then you can find chamber products for it, but they are very expensive, although they do not have many advantages. On average this is 10 thousand rubles.

Lugs

This is a wheel modification. They have no tires or tubes. Because they are designed for direct work in the field. Speed ​​is not important here, but traction is important, since conventional wheels often slip and get stuck in the ground.

The lugs are a steel disc with special inserts along the outer diameter. When riding, they go significantly deeper into the ground and help with movement. However, they are also divided according to their purpose.

KUM 680 wheels for hilling

From the name it is clear what they are intended for. Their feature is a solid rim and 7 cm protruding spikes. Plus the spikes are not installed straight, but at an angle. And when driving, they also turn over the top layer of earth.

• The diameter of the wheel at the studs is 43 cm, and at the rim 35 cm.
• The width of this lug is 20 cm.
• Installed directly on the gearbox shaft without additional connections.
• The total weight of the structure is 16.5 kg.

Universal wheels KUM 540 for hilling

These wheels differ from the 680 model in that the rim is not solid, but has only sides, and is hollow inside.

Plus, the spikes are not tilted to one side, but have a V-shape.

When the wheel moves, not only the spikes go deeper into the soil, but also the rim itself, due to this, deeper immersion into the ground occurs and traction properties improve.

• The diameter of the wheel at the outer studs is 54 cm, and at the hoop 46 cm.
• The width of KUM 540 is 9 cm.

Extensions must be purchased separately for them, since no fastenings are provided in the standard form, only holes for connection with a standard diameter of 10.5 mm. It leaves a rut with a diameter of 60 to 65 cm.

The weight of two lugs is approximately 13 kg.

Universal wheels KUM 540 with long hub

These are essentially KUM 540 wheels for hilling, but with a bushing already installed.

They are connected directly to the gearbox shaft.

Another difference is the track width. It can vary from 64 to 68 cm.

• Number of hoops - 2 pcs.
• Wheel diameter at studs/rim - 540/460 mm
• Wheel width at studs - 90 mm
• Bushing diameter - 30 mm
• The diameter of the mounting holes in the bushing is 10.5 mm
• Installation - on the gearbox shaft
• Track - 640 ... 680 mm
• Pair weight - 13.55 kg

H lugs for plowing

These wheels have a large diameter and width. They are designed to work with virgin lands or with a plot of land after the winter period, when the surface of the earth is hard and unprepared.

Their width is 20 cm. The diameter of the spikes is 43 cm, and the diameter of the hoop is 35. That is, the height of the spikes is 8 cm.

Can be installed on the gearbox shaft or on special extensions.

In the case of direct installation on the shaft, the track width is fixed at 40 cm. And when installed on extensions, it can vary from 65 to 70 cm.

H lugs for plowing with a long sleeve

This is the same version of the H lugs for plowing, but with bushings already installed. In this case, the track size is fixed - 65 cm.

MINI H lugs for plowing

These lugs are similar to the KUM model. They are hollow in width.

• The diameter of this wheel is 32 cm and the width is 16 cm.
• The weight of a pair of wheels is 8 kg.

These parameters allow you to successfully carry out arable work on the Neva walk-behind tractor.

MINI N grousers for hilling

This is a lightweight version of the MINI N for plowing. When hilling, the soil is already prepared and soft. Therefore, there is no need for such massive models.

• The diameter of this wheel along the hoop is 24 cm. And at the spikes it is only 28 cm.
• The width of MININ for hilling is 9 cm. And the weight is only 4.85 kg.

Also, lugs are used not only in summer, but also in winter:

Peculiarities

On the market, wheels from the Neva walk-behind tractor are presented in two large groups:

• made of metal;
• pneumatic

The user should select wheels based on the model and the work that will have to be done. Pneumatic tires are very reminiscent of the usual ones that are used to seeing on vehicles, but metal ones have received another name in professional circles - “lug lugs”.

Grousers are necessary when it is very important that the equipment has high-quality traction with the ground. Extensions are often used with them to help determine the track width.

There should be hubs on the lugs; thanks to them, you can create equipment with excellent maneuverability, regardless of the type of soil. First, a metal wheel is mounted on the axle shaft, then a regular wheel is mounted on the bushing.

Pneumatic wheels for Neva walk-behind tractors have 4 elements in their design:

They are placed on the gearbox shaft, the spikes should be directed in the direction of movement. In our country, such wheels are represented by four models.

• "Kama-421" can withstand a possible load of 160 kilograms, while the width is 15.5 centimeters. The weight of one wheel is almost 7 kilograms.
• The L-360 model has less weight, although it looks almost the same - 4.6 kg. On the outside, the diameter is 47.5 centimeters, and the maximum load that the product can withstand is 180 kg.
• The support wheel “L-355” weighs the same as the previous model, the maximum load is also the same, as is the outer diameter.
• “L-365” can withstand 185 kilograms, while the outer diameter of the wheel is only 42.5 centimeters, and the weight of the structure is 3.6 kg.

Metal wheels or lugs are used when there is a need to increase traction. They are also sold in several types:

If work is carried out with a plow, then wide ones are the best option. They are also used when equipment has to drive on a wet dirt track. It is recommended to load each wheel with an additional weight of 20 kg.

Narrow wheels are necessary for hilling when plants reach 25 centimeters in height or less.

Traction wheels “Neva” 16*6, 50-8 are necessary if the walk-behind tractor is used as a tractor. There is no tube inside, so there is no fear that the wheel may burst due to heavy load or because it was overinflated. Inside, the pressure is close to two atmospheres.

There are restrictions on the load that can be applied to one wheel, and this is 280 kilograms. The total weight of the entire set is 13 kilograms.

4*8 wheels are characterized by a small diameter and low pressure inside, so it is better to install them on a trailer. They are not tall, but wider than some other types, so they are great for transportation.

Metal “KUM 680” are used during hilling. Features include a rim with a solid surface and spikes, the length of which is 7 centimeters. They are located at an angle, so as they move they lift and turn over the earth. If we take the diameter along the rim, then it is 35 centimeters.

“KUM 540” have a significant difference from the previous model - a non-solid rim. The spikes are V-shaped, so not only they, but also the rim are immersed in the soil. According to the hoop, the wheel diameter is 460 mm. The only drawback of such lugs is the lack of an extension, since they are not sold in the standard version.

The “H” wheels can be praised for their impressive height and width. They are best used when plowing frozen soil. The track width is 200 mm, there are spikes on the surface that penetrate the ground perfectly and lift it with ease. Their height is 80 mm.

The same lugs, but intended for plowing fields, are equipped with a long sleeve. The track remains 650 mm wide.

There is an iron mini model “N”, which has many similarities with “KUM”. The diameter of the wheel is 320 mm, its width is 160 mm.

There is a mini “H” for hilling available for sale. These metal wheels differ in diameter, which is 240 mm, if you take into account the hoop. The spikes are only 40 mm.

DIY lugs

Many people carefully study the design options for lugs in order to understand the principle of their operation and assemble them themselves.

On various forums there is a detailed description of how to make lugs for the Neva walk-behind tractor yourself. Let's look at some of them.

Option No. 1 from old disks

The simplest option would be to use regular old car wheels as a basis. Find an unnecessary (but working) axle and weld steel plates to its edge. Their size should be well suited to the disks, since our lug will be attached to these plates in the future. The connection is made using bolts, and the edges of the plates should not come into contact with the rim.

The main element in the entire structure is the lug plates. The easiest way to make them is from old corners. All that is needed is to cut it into the required pieces with a grinder. Then you should weld them to the rim every 15 cm. The video clearly demonstrates how this is done:

Option No. 2 from a cylinder

Everything is simple here. You should find an old gas cylinder and cut out circles from it with a diameter of about 30 cm and 6 cm in width.

And then the principle is the same as in option No. 1.

Owner reviews

On these same forums you can find discussions of a variety of issues on our topic, as well as ask for advice on the nuances when choosing from other people who have already bought wheels for the Neva walk-behind tractor and have experience in using them. Here are a few of them.

Sergey writes:

“The lugs are the basic device for stable operation of the walk-behind tractor. Therefore, I decided not to skimp on it. As you know, the miser pays twice. But I absolutely did not want to do this. Therefore, I immediately purchased a kit for plowing and hilling. These are two completely different models, and I want to tell you that hilling with grousers for plowing is not realistic. They are much wider. And vice versa, plowing with those that are intended for hilling will also not work. They are too thin and will bend quickly."

Ivan:

“There's a problem. My walk-behind tractor often began to get stuck in the mud due to heavy and constant rains. And work needs to be done. Therefore, I needed to quickly find a solution to this problem. I didn’t have the money to buy lugs. On the forums they advised to put a chain on the wheels. As a temporary solution it worked great. Only the chains broke too often. And I realized that it would be necessary to prepare for further work better. And when the time comes to make the lugs yourself"

Wheels for walk-behind tractor "NEVA"

Compa

The Krasny Oktyabr-Neva Research Institute is a leading Russian manufacturer of small agricultural machinery. Only high-quality components are used in the production of our products. In particular, the wheels for the walk-behind tractor are selected from among the best models produced by companies such as Haorun (China) and JSC Petroshina (Russia). We have long-term partnerships with these companies. Haorun is one of the reliable manufacturers that produce products that meet universally accepted quality standards. JSC "Petroshina" is the largest manufacturer of tires for various applications in Russia. You can buy wheels for walk-behind tractors from our regional dealers, as well as at the trade fair (St. Petersburg). You can find prices for products on this website.

How to choose wheels for a walk-behind tractor?

Wheels with pneumatic tires are installed on the NEVA walk-behind tractor. This type is excellent for driving over rough terrain, as well as for traveling on snowy or rough roads. Among the advantages of these products are excellent adhesion to the road surface, good shock-absorbing properties, and all-season use. The pneumatic tire does not deflate under the weight of the walk-behind tractor. The special tread pattern facilitates automatic cleaning of dirt.

Wheels 4.00x8 for the NEVA walk-behind tractor

Wheels 4.50x10 for the NEVA walk-behind tractor

NEVA walk-behind tractors, depending on the modification, are available with wheels of different diameters. The types of tires allowed for installation are listed in the operating instructions for the product and are also presented in the table.

Table of wheel sizes and applicability

Wheel type	Height	Width	Diameter	Description	For walk-behind tractors
4.00x8	4 inches (102 mm)	4 inches (102 mm)	8 inches (203 mm)	With camera, assembled, left and right, one with hole for nipple	MB Compact, MB1 MultiAGRO
4.00x10	4 inches (102 mm)	4 inches (102 mm)	10 inches (254 mm)	With camera, assembled, left and right, one with hole for nipple	MB2, MB23, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO
4.5x10	4.5 inches (114 mm)	4.5 inches (114 mm)	10 inches (254 mm)	With camera, assembled, left and right, one with hole for nipple	MB2, MB23, MB1 MultiAGRO, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO
16x6.50-8	—	6.5 inches (165 mm)	8 inches (203 mm)	With disc, without camera	MB2KS, MB2, MB23, MB1 MultiAGRO, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO
16.5x6-8	—	6.0 inches (152 mm)	8 inches (203 mm)	With disc, without camera	MB2KS, MB2, MB23, MB1 MultiAGRO, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO
6.5-8 E15	—	6.5 inches (165 mm)	8 inches (203 mm)	With disc, without camera	MB2KS, MB2, MB23, MB1 MultiAGRO, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO

The user can install the wheel with the camera on the walk-behind tractor himself. This is a common procedure that is quite simple to do. To install a tubeless tire, you will need to contact a tire shop. You can buy wheels for a walk-behind tractor, as well as attachments, at dealer outlets in the regions, as well as at our branded trade and exhibition center. The recommended retail price of the equipment is presented on our website.

Please note that small agricultural machinery is used on pneumatic wheels only when performing household work (driving a cart, cleaning the area, mowing grass). In the case of soil cultivation, steel lugs should be installed on the walk-behind tractor, as they provide better traction with the ground surface, thereby increasing the traction capabilities of the walk-behind tractor. Some users neglect this rule by installing car wheels on the walk-behind tractor, which leads to equipment breakdown. And this is not surprising, since in the case of installing car wheels during operation, the load on the gearbox increases significantly. Please note that this cause of failure does not fall under the category of warranty cases. Therefore, this homemade installation will bring more problems than benefits.

Transport wheel kits

The kit is suitable for installation on the NEVA walk-behind tractor when working with such attachments as a snow blower, shovel, cart. Additional wheels reduce slipping of the walk-behind tractor, thereby increasing its traction force. Thanks to this, the equipment performs work more efficiently and quickly. The kit includes a wheel assembly (2 pcs.), wheel alignment shafts (2 pcs.), 4 stoppers.

The following types of products are produced:

• set of additional transport wheels 4.00-8 (005.68.1130) for installation on MB Compact, MB1 MultiAGRO, MB2;
• set of additional transport wheels 4.00-10 (005.68.1150) for installation on MB2, MB23, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO;
• set of additional transport wheels 4.50-10 (005.68.1140) for installation on MB2, MB23, MB1 MultiAGRO, MB2 MultiAGRO, MB23 MultiAGRO.

You can buy a set of additional transport wheels at the trade fair, as well as from our regional sales representatives. Please note that product prices may vary by region.

Kit for moving equipment on wheels with cutters

Kits for moving equipment on wheels with cutters

The set consists of a pair of cutters and wheels connected on one axis. Wheels make it easy to transport a walk-behind tractor or cultivator to the work area. Then they are quickly removed, allowing the walk-behind tractor (motor-cultivator) to work on the cutters. Upon completion of the work, the wheels are put on again, and the user, having engaged first gear, easily moves the equipment with installed cutters to the desired location. Installation is quite simple and takes a few minutes. The kit for motor cultivators includes a 4.0x8 wheel (2 pcs.), a wheel adapter (2 pcs.), a stopper (4 pcs.). In the walk-behind version - an adapter for a wheel (2 pcs.), a stopper (4 pcs.).

The following types of products are produced: • kit for moving motor cultivators MK80R and MK200 on wheels with cutters (005.68.1110); • kit for moving the MB Compact walk-behind tractor on wheels with cutters (005.68.1110-01); • kit for moving NEVA walk-behind tractors on wheels with cutters (005.68.1110-02);

You can find out the cost of a set of wheels for moving motor cultivators on cutters from our regional dealers, as well as at the NEVA Mototekhnika trade and exhibition complex. Our store is located next to the plant in St. Petersburg.

Choosing wheels for a walk-behind tractor and replacing them yourself

Many farmers ask how to install wheels for a walk-behind tractor with their own hands. Walk-behind tractors are indispensable in summer cottages and fields: they are convenient to use for plowing soil, planting root crops, transporting goods, and clearing the soil of leaves, grass and snow. Sometimes the basic equipment, including wheels, does not fit the cultivator. You can change the chassis yourself by selecting suitable wheels for the walk-behind tractor.

Installation

Installing homemade wheels on a walk-behind tractor is not difficult at all. First, a weighting agent is installed, which gives the necessary grip on the ground. The chassis from the Zhiguli is taken as a basis. The whole process can be represented in the following steps:

• working with the axle shaft that needs to be installed;
• remove the tire;
• weld spikes, the distance between which should be 150 mm;
• secure everything to the rim using bolts;
• changing disks.

Screw everything to the original hubs on the walk-behind tractor; you can use a cotter pin for this.

Why install wheels on a walk-behind tractor yourself?

Modernization may be associated with various reasons, among which the main ones are worth noting:

1. A walk-behind tractor often requires re-equipment when the tire pressure on the walk-behind tractor is low. In this case, the user wants to put new wheels on the walk-behind tractor to improve the quality of plowing the land.
2. Rubber tires are not suitable for plowing; they wear out quickly and are expensive to replace. Such products are suitable for working on soft ground, and for hard ground (virgin soil) it is recommended to use Zhiguli wheels on a walk-behind tractor, which are installed without the help of a specialist. They allow you to expand the capabilities of the cultivator chassis.
3. It is necessary to increase the chassis, for which wide wheels are installed on a walk-behind tractor or pneumatic ones, which are paired.

The conversion of factory-made products to home-made ones may also be due to the fact that the owner of the equipment wants to expand the range of attachments used.

How to do everything right?

Installing Zhiguli wheels on a walk-behind tractor is quite possible even for non-professionals. The holes on the two structures that need to be aligned do not match. It is imperative to take this nuance into account when performing work. In any case, slopes of the same size should be used. It is desirable that their mass also coincide.

If different tires are installed, the severity of the slopes can vary quite significantly. As a result, it becomes difficult to control the walk-behind tractor; as they say, it “leads” in some direction. Holding the steering wheel in this case becomes very difficult. To solve the problem, there is only one option: return to the rework and still make completely identical slopes. But it is quite possible to adapt old, “battered” and even seemingly rusty disks - after all, the walk-behind tractor is used for purely utilitarian purposes.

How to install the chassis on a cultivator with your own hands

Let's look at how to make wheels for a walk-behind tractor. Craftsmen offer the following homemade products:

1. For impassable terrain (swampy area, snowy ground) iron lugs are suitable. Can be used for automotive, all-terrain and snowmobile products. The winter option for the Neva walk-behind tractor will allow you to use the unit for transporting snow, clearing snow from a summer cottage, and transporting goods over different distances.
2. The optimal modification option is considered to be Zhiguli wheels on a walk-behind tractor. They have a sufficient disc diameter, and the alteration is carried out using a welding machine, which is easy to use. Moreover, Zhiguli tires are better suited than pneumatic wheels for a walk-behind tractor. The latter are quite difficult to find for a model that has been discontinued by the manufacturer, and ordering new ones via the Internet is expensive and impractical.
3. Products can be assembled independently from several disks, creating a new modification with weighting agents.
4. You can install wheels for the Neva walk-behind tractor, which are large in size, have excellent maneuverability, and have a long service life.

The Zhiguli chassis has a number of advantages:

1. It does not change under the influence of the work performed, so it can be used for a long time and almost constantly.
2. An axle shaft is installed on the inside for greater maneuverability. This part must be welded to a plate in which holes for the bolts must be made. They will be needed to connect the axis with the guides that are installed on the product.
3. A special protective cap is installed on the outside.
4. Good grip will be provided by winter tires. In this case, you can only use Niva tires without tubes.

It is not difficult to install such large wheels on a walk-behind tractor with your own hands, and if necessary, you can remove them and attach them to an all-terrain vehicle or a small tractor, which is often used by farmers in agriculture. To improve the ride of the machine, weights or weights are installed on its chassis. This significantly increases the level of adhesion to the soil.

To work on difficult soils, it is necessary to select products that will ensure the stability of the cultivator and its high productivity.

The lugs will help out; they are a special type of design that has maximum traction with the soil. This is achieved through the installation of spikes that are driven deep into the soil. Such products are made independently. You can take the chassis from a Zhiguli or Neva as a basis.

The remodeling process takes place in several stages:

1. Attach the axle shaft.
2. Remove the tires, since rubber is not needed for the hooks.
3. Weld metal spike teeth that will be responsible for adhesion to the soil. They are installed in the form of strips, which are welded diagonally, or in the form of spikes arranged in several rows. The distance between the hooks should not be less than 15 cm.
4. Attach the structure to the rim using bolts.
5. To change the disks, you need to unscrew the fasteners.

To create lugs for a walk-behind tractor, you need the following parts:

• old car wheels, maybe without tires;
• a steel corner from which the hook teeth must be made;
• bolts;
• steel thick squares;
• Metal or traction wheels are best for creating lugs.

If there is a need to use not only a cultivator with an improved chassis, but a mini-tractor at the dacha, then you need to create a special frame. To do this, larger products are installed on the motor-cultivator, and a support wheel for the walk-behind tractor is also installed. At home, you can create an economical version of a small all-terrain vehicle, on which products from a VAZ car or a pair of dual Zhiguli products with lugs will stand. Such a machine will be easy to drive off-road, work in field conditions, in swamps. At the same time, the chassis of all-terrain walk-behind tractors must be equipped not only with large, wide products, but also with special body kits. The frame of the equipment must be raised to make it convenient to move around on the cultivator. This is why it is worth installing large wheels.

Why change?

The advantages of changing wheels are:

• increasing the service life of the device;
• increasing its cross-country ability;
• elimination of deformations during operation;
• more comfortable use of walk-behind tractors.

It's best to wait until winter to replace it. Then there comes a pause in field work and you can do this work much more thoughtfully and calmly. It is recommended to improve walk-behind tractors in stages. First, the mass is increased, additional lighting fixtures are installed - and only then comes the turn of the wheels. Some experts recommend using only wheels from Zhiguli cars, and selecting lighter brands of the same size tires. In most cases, all-season tires are sufficient. Winter and summer options are unreasonably expensive, require regular replacement when the season changes, but there is still no particular practical difference.

For your information! It is better to prefer a wheel assembly with pipes “native” to the walk-behind tractor. Then there will be fewer problems with fitting onto the shaft. If the length of the guides is initially not enough, they can be extended.

In this case, you need to align all the parts as carefully as possible, otherwise there will be a beating against the ramp when driving. Experts recommend connecting the parts of a walk-behind tractor using the same technology used to assemble it in factories.