How to install Zhiguli wheels on a Neva walk-behind tractor

The Krasny Oktyabr-Neva company 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.

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.

How to put Zhiguli wheels on a walk-behind tractor

The sequence for installing Zhiguli wheels on a walk-behind tractor is as follows:

• It is necessary to attach the axle shaft.
• Next, you need to remove the tires, because rubber is not needed for the hooks.
• After this, metal spikes are welded on, which are responsible for adhesion to the soil.
• The structure is attached to the rim with bolts.
• Next, the disks are changed.

Wheels from a Zhiguli on a walk-behind tractor
Many owners of walk-behind tractors quite often put Zhiguli wheels on cultivators and, as practice shows, they are very satisfied with the result. When cultivating the soil, wide car wheels behave more confidently than the narrow ones from a walk-behind tractor, and, as already mentioned, they do not dig into the ground or slip. They are also much more convenient when transporting the unit itself; thanks to the larger diameter, the speed of movement is much higher.

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.

The video demonstrates how to install Zhiguli wheels on a Neva walk-behind tractor:

Which car wheels to choose for a walk-behind tractor?

For installation on an agricultural device, the simplest wheels from a Zhiguli with a bolt pattern for 4 fasteners are suitable. However, there may be hubs with 5 mounts. For such models it is worth choosing wheels from Moskvich.

As for the tread, it is better if its width and depth are more impressive. This will improve the permeability of the device. And yet, if you have old tires with a worn pattern on hand, they are quite suitable for this device and will last for several more seasons.

For further installation work you will also need worn brake discs.

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:

How to choose a chassis for a walk-behind tractor

Let's look at how to choose wheels for homemade products. It is necessary to take into account the operating conditions of the equipment, which will allow you to select the right products from one or another machine. The rubber passes well on soft ground and on flat surfaces, and for difficult soils it is recommended to use lugs.

For diesel motor cultivators, it is necessary to use metal wheels with an aggressive tread and a large disc diameter.

If Zhiguli products are not suitable, then the chassis for the walk-behind tractor must be selected according to the following parameters:

• diameter - not less than 40 cm;
• width - within 20 cm;
• aggressive drawing;
• entire chambers, sealed areas or damage are not allowed - it will be quite unpleasant when the machine breaks down during operation in the field, where it will be difficult to repair.

For rocky ground and soil that can damage the wheels, only a solid cast chassis should be used.

Be sure to install a support wheel, which helps optimize work on the field, especially during plowing.

The wheels that the master wants to install himself must be of excellent quality.

To ensure a high level of work, it is necessary to take into account the power and performance of the motor cultivator.

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.

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.

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

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.

The need to replace factory wheels on a walk-behind tractor

Factory wheels for walk-behind tractors have a standard configuration in the form of a chassis with disks made of different materials. A number of models are equipped with tires and tubes. The weight of the wheel structure, tread width, and pattern in the practical use of a mini tractor show that the chassis is designed with shortcomings.

Ready-made wheels for walk-behind tractors are installed on a single-axle chassis. The wheeled structure transmits traction force, due to which the home mini tractor moves along the earth's surface. Torque is transmitted to the axle due to the operation of the engine on the cultivator.

Installing homemade wheels for a walk-behind tractor is advisable due to the following reasons:

• installation of a chassis with a large disk diameter ensures an increase in the linear speed of movement of the mini tractor without increasing the number of revolutions of the gear shaft;
• equipment installed on the cultivator and attached devices perform assigned tasks faster (moving loads, plowing, hilling, snow removal, grass mowing, etc.);
• the cross-country ability of a small-sized tractor is improved;
• makes it easier to control equipment by improving maneuverability;
• a larger tread width causes less damage to useful plants when cultivating a summer cottage. For example, when hilling between rows, running over a wide tire causes less damage to crop tops;
• the device is capable of pulling heavy equipment for aggregating or cleaning a summer cottage;
• placing rubber with a pronounced textured pattern eliminates slipping, clogging of cavities with soil substrate, and provides better traction with the ground;
• the service life of the chassis of the equipment increases;
• The time required to carry out agricultural activities is reduced, as is the consumption of fuels and lubricants.

Experienced summer residents recommend making wheels on a walk-behind tractor with their own hands to make their work easier and reduce time costs for plowing, hilling, mowing grass, removing snow, moving hitched agricultural implements, transporting heavy loads around the country on a trailer, etc.

Light motor cultivators weighing up to 70 kg and medium-weight equipment (90-120 kg) are designed on the basis of one or two axles with removable disks. The low weight of a mini tractor does not provide high-quality results, so they require a heavier wheel structure. For example, traction wheels for the Neva walk-behind tractor are equipped with weights so that the cultivator quickly and fully completes its tasks. On models of private agricultural machinery with a non-replaceable wheel part, special devices are installed on the treads in order to improve cross-country ability and traction on the ground.

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.

Pros and cons of car wheels on a walk-behind tractor

To begin with, we should provide a list of the advantages and disadvantages of such a modification.

1. Reliability. Passenger tires are designed for more impressive loads than the original tires of a walk-behind tractor.
2. Durability. Tires from a passenger car, even in used condition, will last much longer.
3. Patency. Thanks to the increased ground clearance, as well as a more impressive tread pattern of car tires, the walk-behind tractor will be able to drive over obstacles more confidently.
4. Good traction due to greater tire contact with the ground.
5. Increased speed as a consequence of the increased diameter.

1. The need to dismantle the arches or redo them.
2. The controllability of the device is slightly deteriorated.

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.

The video demonstrates how to install Zhiguli wheels on a Neva walk-behind tractor:

How to choose the right low-pressure tires for a walk-behind tractor

Experienced unit owners give their advice and recommendations.

Adviсe

When choosing tires for a motor cultivator, it is necessary and strictly:

• study the characteristics of the device, take measurements to ensure that the selected tire fits perfectly. A correctly selected tire will be the key to excellent performance of the walk-behind tractor;
• decide on the type of work that will be performed on the equipment, based on this, make a choice of wheels, and, accordingly, tires for them;
• decide on the type of soil, based on this you can already make a choice of the type of tread. In some cases, tires from Zhiguli or Oka cars may be suitable. For softer and more viscous soils, tires with a more textured tread and higher cross-country ability are suitable, for example tires from Germany for motorcycles 140 80 15.

Recommendations

It is recommended first of all to pay attention to the following parameters when choosing tires for a walk-behind tractor:

• size, i.e. this is the number that appears after the name of the wheel. Tire size is usually indicated in inches. For example, a tire 6.00-12, where 6.00 is the diagonal width of the tire, and 12 is its seat diameter;

Rubber for walk-behind tractor 12

• purpose – a number of tires are intended only for walk-behind tractors, a number only for transport, and also for other purposes. This must be taken into account when choosing rubber, in accordance with the purpose of the cultivator;
• quality or compliance with standards, quality of materials. It is recommended to purchase tires from well-known manufacturers, which are guaranteed to be durable, strong and resistant to environmental conditions.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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"

Choosing wheels for Neva walk-behind tractors

To power the Neva walk-behind tractor, you cannot do without good wheels. They come in different types, made independently or purchased from the manufacturer. The efficiency of the equipment largely depends on the quality of such a working unit, so the user should learn in more detail about the types and purposes of wheels.

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.

Options for wheel design drawings for a walk-behind tractor

Factory configurations of wheels for a motor cultivator are classified according to the number of axles, as well as the principle of traction. Manufacturers produce home mini tractors, the design of which involves the movement of the unit due to:

• two wheelsets;
• paired wheel structure on one axle;
• one drive wheel;
• on three wheels.

Single-wheel mechanisms are often equipped with additional devices on the axle, which also serve as support for the structure. Analyze the model of your home cultivator to improve its functionality. Choose a durable, reliable material or a suitable base for making homemade chassis elements.

Four wheel option

Small-sized agricultural tractors on four wheels are a miniature of a similar vehicle without a cabin. The configuration of the models allows the user to move on a walk-behind tractor.

To improve the factory configuration, you can replace only the drive pair or change all the disks. Choose one of the options to improve the performance of home agricultural equipment:

• equipping factory tires with additional protectors;
• putting new tires with a textured pattern on the wheels;
• installation of wheelsets of different radii on the axles - larger ones under the mechanisms, smaller ones under the driven part;
• installation of car wheels.

Important! Designing wheels is an important stage in improving a walk-behind tractor, at which it is necessary to make accurate calculations of the optimal dimensions, arrangement of elements, and locations for drilling fasteners.

Four-wheeled walk-behind tractors are classified as heavy-duty models. A number of machines are configured with non-removable wheel elements. Before modifying a mini tractor, make a drawing according to which you plan to improve.

On one wheel set

Two-wheeled motor cultivators are equipped with one axle with a pair of wheel elements. The platform with the installed engine is controlled by the user using handles. Installing a passable wheelset will solve the problem with:

• slippage;
• slippage;
• filling the poorly expressed tread pattern with earth;
• poor handling;
• insufficient plowing depth, etc.

Draw a sketch of one element on paper yourself or make a drawing in a computer program. In the figure, indicate the diameter of the disk, the location of the holes for the axle, fastenings, and their dimensions.

With one driving wheel

Single-wheeled cultivators are devices in the form of a wheel element in a tire with a pronounced tread. The speed of work and efficiency when performing farming work depend on the permeability of the disk.

When preparing a drawing for replacing the drive wheel, use the following recommendations:

• select the diameter of the wheel element similar to the factory configuration;
• choose materials with greater weight when making a wheel yourself;
• replace the rubber with a more textured and wider one.

The walk-behind tractor on one wheel is controlled by manual manipulation. It will be easier for you to drive a design with a wide wheel and a powerful tread.

Three-wheeled models

On small-sized agricultural tractors for cultivating a summer cottage with three wheels, the front element performs the function of following a given trajectory. The rear wheel pair is supplied with torque from the unit engine. In most models, the chassis located at the front is made of a larger diameter.

To design the replacement of wheels on a single-axle small-sized tractor, use the following recommendations:

• calculate the same radius of the wheel and tire that is provided in the factory configuration. Installing a smaller or larger wheel in diameter will make the mechanisms work incorrectly;
• make identical wheel elements. Replacing wheels with different tread patterns or different weights will complicate the use of the mini tractor.

When making a drawing with your own hands, take as a basis the model designed by the manufacturer. Consider the full radius of the elements. You can design a disc with a smaller diameter, but install thick tires on it, and vice versa.

Will other wheels fit?

You can put other wheels on the walk-behind tractor. Zhiguli ones and those from Moskvich are perfect. The user doesn't even need to change anything. If we take into account the diameter, it replicates the original wheels exactly. You will need to use welding to bring the element to perfection. The advantage of using such pneumatic wheels is their cost, since the original ones are much more expensive.

But the wheels from the Niva car should not be used, since they are too large.

The first thing you need to do is make the structure heavier. To do this, place an axle shaft inside, and metal plates with holes are placed on it. A cap is installed on the outside that will protect against damage from the outside. The camera is removed because it is not needed. To improve the traction of the wheels with the ground, you can pull a chain on them.

Recommendations for use

Experts advise not to treat technology carelessly, since then you should not expect stable operation from it. And some more useful recommendations from professionals.

• Weights are an integral part of the design, since without them it is difficult to provide the necessary grip on the surface. The weight exerts additional pressure and is important when using metal wheels.
• It is worth regularly inspecting your equipment and checking tire pressure to avoid damage during transportation.
• If nails, stones or other foreign objects get stuck in the lugs, they must be removed manually, as well as plants and dirt.
• When one wheel is spinning and the other is standing still, you cannot operate the equipment in the hope that after a few meters it will work as expected, this will lead to a more serious breakdown.
• When it is necessary to estimate the track distance, you need to install an extension on the right and left wheels.

• You can also unlock the wheels yourself using bearings, but it’s better to just monitor its condition.
• If an unpleasant odor appears, if the wheel becomes noticeably jammed, then the equipment must be urgently sent to a service center and not use the walk-behind tractor.
• To adjust the position of the plow, the technician must first be placed on the lugs.
• It is recommended to regularly lubricate the moving parts of the wheels to ensure they maintain their integrity.
• The type of wheels used should not be subjected to a load greater than that recommended by the manufacturer.
• If foreign elements get on the lugs and get stuck in them, they need to be cleaned, but the walk-behind tractor engine must be turned off.
• Wheels must be stored in a dry place, so they will last much longer.

How to install wheels from a Muscovite on a Neva walk-behind tractor, see the following video.

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.

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.