DIY rear adapter for walk-behind tractor

Walk-behind tractors have become the most common equipment among owners of farmsteads. And this is not at all surprising, because such units are universal, simple in design, do not require large financial investments, and are incredibly helpful in their work.

Inconvenience to operate is the only significant disadvantage of the walk-behind tractor. It takes a lot of effort to move it. Often this is a waste of time and effort. A special adapter can simplify the labor-intensive work process - a cart-type device, thanks to which you can work while sitting. You don’t have to go to the store and spend money: you can make an adapter yourself, even if you don’t have a technical education!

Types of adapters by type of fastening

Classification into only two types:

• Anterior - located at the front.
• Rear - located, respectively, at the back.

This article will focus on making a simple rear adapter.

Design, features of the rear adapter

It is desirable that the structure of the adapter be as simple as possible. Try to find the perfect balance between functionality and ease of manufacture. The design includes the following main elements:

• The metal frame is the main part of the entire device.
• Wheels are the same diameter.
• Sitting.
• Foot rest.
• Hitch (what will connect your adapter to the walk-behind tractor).

The adapter design may also include a steering wheel. Let's be honest, its use will require additional effort, knowledge, time and money in production. The main elements of the adapter are always the same.

Manufacturing process

Although the design seems simple, making it yourself is not so easy.

Preparation

First of all, you need to draw a high-quality and understandable drawing, prepare the necessary tools and materials:

• square pipes of the same diameter (for the frame);
• sitting;
• file;
• welding;
• hitch;
• steel sheet;
• drill;
• electric hacksaw;
• other accessories.

Creating a Frame

As stated above, the frame is the main structural element, so great attention must be paid to its manufacture.

First, you need to weld a device to the central pipe to which the hitch bracket will be attached. Next you need to weld the frame. Choose the design at your discretion, based on the initial operating requirements. Try not to make any mistakes. After this, a steel sheet of a certain size should be welded to the frame. This completes the creation of the frame.

Chassis manufacturing

Decide on the width of the wheel axle. Here, as elsewhere, there is no single standard. The width of the axle depends on the initial parameters of the walk-behind tractor and your preferences. Pay special attention to balance: if there is no balance, using a homemade product can be not only inconvenient, but also dangerous. To make the chassis, you will need a pipe of the appropriate diameter and size with installed bushings and bearings on which the wheels will be fixed.

Manufacturing of the coupling mechanism

In our case, the coupling device will be the bracket. This mechanism should ensure a reliable connection between the adapter and the walk-behind tractor itself.

Here is a small algorithm for making a rotating bracket:

1. First, give the workpiece the desired shape and weld it.
2. Then weld two steel bushings that will rotate in both directions.
3. Attach one side of the bracket to the end of the frame, and the other to the walk-behind tractor itself.
4. Weld the handle to the coupling device. This will provide additional convenience when using the bracket.

Seat installation

You can install a ready-made seat or make your own. Again, it all depends on individual preferences and requirements. The seat can be fixed using welding or fastening fittings.

The final stage

All that remains is to couple the resulting device with the walk-behind tractor. This can be done using a rounded pin, having previously drilled a hole of the required diameter. To ensure the adapter lasts as long as possible, paint it with corrosion-resistant paint or metal varnish.

You can start using it. Before first use, check the reliability of the design. I hope the article was useful to you!