Chicken Tractor Rear Wheel Mounts (2-Pack)

Chicken Tractor Rear Wheel Mounting Kit

$89 + free shipping anywhere in the continental USA

The kit includes:

• Two metal axles
• Two metal backplates

If you plan to make your chicken tractor mobile or want to upgrade your existing tractor to a stronger, more durable, easier-to-use solution, our heavy-duty rear wheel mounting kits are designed specifically for this purpose. The single biggest challenge we faced when developing the chicken tractor was mobilizing it. We tried several combinations of off-the-shelf hardware and mounting solutions, but none of them gave us the performance we were looking for.

Our rear wheel mounts are designed to carry the heavy loads of the tractor and accept a 10” diameter wheel (4.10/3.50-4") wheel with a 2.25" offset hub and 3/4" ball bearings. The axle shafts are CNC machined from a strong yet ductile steel alloy commonly used in high-performance trailer axles. The axles are precision welded to mounting plates that feature four mounting holes. A backing plate captures the mounting bolts/nuts and distributes load throughout the chicken tractor’s frame. The axles are threaded to accept ¾ - 10 lock nuts, so tire installation and changes are fast and easy. All parts feature a thick powder coating to help resist corrosion and enhance their look. 

What’s still required to purchase to complete assembly:

• Rear Wheels (qty 2)
• Hardware
• Grease

FAQs

Q: Where are the kits made?

A: The kits are made in America, and we source materials, fabrication, and powder coating locally. We believe this is the right approach to manufacturing as it strengthens our local economy and minimizes carbon emissions from transportation.

We have partnered with one of our local high schools and their manufacturing business, Tiger Manufacturing, to manufacture our axle shafts. Through this partnership, we work directly with aspiring students who are interested in machining and manufacturing. Our axle shafts are CNC machined by students and undergo quality inspections that we have developed in partnership with Tiger Manufacturing. This is one of the most rewarding aspects of producing these kits, and we are proud to say that a team of students produces our axle shafts from start to finish, all the way through to invoicing. 

Q: Why don’t you include hardware in the kit?

A: All of our kits are designed to use readily available hardware that can be sourced from big box stores, hardware stores, or even online hardware retailers. We don’t believe increasing the costs of our kits to include hardware is a good value proposition for our customers. While included hardware would be convenient for everyone, the costs of this convenience are high since we would be paying to house inventory, pick and pack, and have to increase our shipping costs due to the increased shipping weight the hardware would add to our kits.

Q: How long will it take to get my kit once I order it?

A: Currently, kits are on backorder and will be shipped as soon as they are back in stock, which should be in two weeks. We recommend ordering your kit as soon as you purchase the plans so that it will be ready when you need it to complete your build and get your chickens out on pasture!

Q: Do you ship overseas?

A: Please send us an email if you need a kit shipped overseas.

Q: How much is shipping to XYZ, USA?

A: All our kits feature free shipping to anywhere in the continental United States.

Q: I’m from Alaska or Hawaii and want a kit. What are my options?

A: Send us an email with your shipping address so we can generate a shipping quote for you. 

Send us an email at hello@kelseyjorissen.com if you have any questions!

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