Tracks for a wheeled skid steer, anybody done this?

[tmc_31]

Hi all,

I have a New Holland LX 565 skid steer. This unit has wheels and is a pig in the mud. Unfortunately buying a new machine at this time is not an option. Has anybody installed tracks over the wheels on a machine like this. If so, What was your reason for doing this, are you happy with the results and approximately how much did it cost? Also who are the vendors that sell such tracks.

Thanks,

Tim

 

[John DiMartino]

I was considering the same thing.I dont know if they are worth investing in.My 246 has very high PSI on the ground.I was hoping tracks would spread it a little wider,and keep the machine from sinking,and leaving ruts so easily.

 

[tmc_31]

Hey John,

Did you get any prices?

Tim

 

[shane]

Loegering comes to mind first for over-the-tire tracks. They increase traction tremendously.

Like anything else, they have to be installed and used correctly. Not sure about cost.

 

[Squizzy246B]

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[tmc_31]

Hey Squizzy from perth

I suppose that it would be only good form to request a quote from a forum sponsor. Consider it done!

Thanks,

Tim

 

[mdterp]

over the tire steel track are not very expensive, for 10x16.5 tires about $2500 for grouser or loegering. They mack a huge difference in traction and are better at climbing hills than a CTL. But i was told not to use them with foam filled tires because there is not give and will damage your machine. Also keep them tight (easy to adjust) or the will wear out

 

[mdterp]

Has anyone used the over the tire rubber tracks? I heard the are bad on the tires but I have never seen them in action.

 

[stuvecorp]

Hi all,

I have a New Holland LX 565 skid steer. This unit has wheels and is a pig in the mud. Unfortunately buying a new machine at this time is not an option. Has anybody installed tracks over the wheels on a machine like this. If so, What was your reason for doing this, are you happy with the results and approximately how much did it cost? Also who are the vendors that sell such tracks.

Thanks,

Tim

I ran Grousers on our NH170 and they worked good for me. Have run Logering steel tracks on a Case, liked them better. They seemed easier to take on and off. I think for the money the over the tire tracks provide a great value. The only big drawback for me was running on conc./blacktop. They seem to have lost favor and you may find a used set pretty reasonable.

 

[special tool]

Hi all,

I have a New Holland LX 565 skid steer. This unit has wheels and is a pig in the mud. Unfortunately buying a new machine at this time is not an option. Has anybody installed tracks over the wheels on a machine like this. If so, What was your reason for doing this, are you happy with the results and approximately how much did it cost? Also who are the vendors that sell such tracks.

Thanks,

Tim

Actually, I have an LX565 New Holland.
That machine was terrible in the mud.
The steel tracks made it a totally different machine.
It really puses in the mud now.
I have the cheapest of the three types that Mclaren sell - the steel bars only, but it was worth it.
These tracks are easily removed or adjusted for street jobs using a lever style chain binder.

 

[tmc_31]

Thanks Guys for all your posts,

I have heard back from Mclaren and from Prowler. Their tracks seem very similar (Steel tracks with rubber pads) both in construction and in price (about $3100.00 with install tool, spacers and shipping). I have not heard from Loggering yet, maybe they don't need my business. Anyhow, I really appreciate you guys taking time to respond to my question, you've been a big help.

 

[positrack]

try tracks plus we got a set sentover to us in the uk to go on a mustang 2109 and the difference is awsum

 

[nedly05]

I got my tracks from www.tracksplus.com very reasonable in price and an excellent product. definitly worth it.

also take a look at www.tractiontracks.com I have hear a lot of good things about them too, they are a good bit cheaper. Good Luck.

 

[positrack]

what kind of tyres u use

 

[HillBoy]

Thanks Guys for all your posts,

I have heard back from Mclaren and from Prowler. Their tracks seem very similar (Steel tracks with rubber pads) both in construction and in price (about $3100.00 with install tool, spacers and shipping). I have not heard from Loggering yet, maybe they don't need my business. Anyhow, I really appreciate you guys taking time to respond to my question, you've been a big help.

Be aware of Prowler over the wheel tracks!!! From what I heard, they made a poor quality copy somewhere in China infringing on both McLaren and Grouser patents and both companies went after them. ointhead Grouser finally got them a permission to sell probably for a royalty fee, but McLaren is still after them... The steel they use is probably not the main concern, but copying the rubber pads in another story -- it`s not easy to make a quality rubber compound and this is what places Bridgestone, Michelin, Good Year, etc. ahead of the game. For tires and tracks, I stick with the established makers even if occasionally I have to pay a bit more, and so far it has paid off! :drinkup

 

[HillBoy]

Actually, I have an LX565 New Holland.
That machine was terrible in the mud.
The steel tracks made it a totally different machine.
It really puses in the mud now.
I have the cheapest of the three types that Mclaren sell - the steel bars only, but it was worth it.
These tracks are easily removed or adjusted for street jobs using a lever style chain binder.

Hi Special Tool, how long you`ve had these McLaren bar tracks?

I`ve been loooking to buy over the wheel tracks for a while and Grouser and McLaren came on the top of my list for the bar type. However, with my kind of work, the best will be the Mclaren tracks with the rubber shoes. Damn, they turned out to be the most pricey, too :Banghead so now I`m saving to get them...

 

[tmc_31]

Hi guys,

Well I spoke too soon about Loggering. I got home last night and found a really nice info pack that they had mailed me. No prices though. I found that the Maclaren and Prowler tracks are priced about the same, so thanks for the post about Prowler tracks being made offshore. I prefer to buy american when I can.

Tim

 

[sparky]

Look at Bullman tracks sister company to Mclaren, but a couple hundred dollars cheaper, sold from the same address. I'm very happy with mine.

 

[Seaside LPS]

I have a Gehl 5640 and have ran the mclaren over the tire tracks with rubber pads for the past year. They take me places I could never reach with tires alone and are nice going across pavement. I am not upgrading to full tracks VTS.

I am selling my Mclaren Over the tire tacks with rubber pads for $2,000 if anyone is interested. They only have 54 hours on them great tracks I just have a bigger need for full tracks to reduce the ground pressure more.

 

[special tool]

Hi Special Tool, how long you`ve had these McLaren bar tracks?

I`ve been loooking to buy over the wheel tracks for a while and Grouser and McLaren came on the top of my list for the bar type. However, with my kind of work, the best will be the Mclaren tracks with the rubber shoes. Damn, they turned out to be the most pricey, too :Banghead so now I`m saving to get them...

Long time...6 years, I guess.
1800 hours +/-.
I don't have the rubber, but the steel look like they have only a small amount of wear.