How do the wheels work in dirt?
1603442
Would be better if they were rubber clad. There are others out there that have rubber wheels on them. I would suggest one of those instead.
1603443
Not particularly well in heavy dirt or mud. Works great on grass and around my flower beds. Saves my back when weeding a long time.
1438517
I believe they are there to dig into hard dirt or pavement to keep the unit from slipping. I have not checked to see if they are removable but some times I change the tires on soft ground and I wonder if I could bolt a piece of plywood on to keep the unit from sinking into the ground. Otherwise it works very well.
1503626
Wheels are not necessary as the head is light and vacuum has enough power to suck most dirt particles
1024153
The suction spins the dirt in a small "tornado" pattern. That's what you were seeing. There is nothing mechanical that spins. If You're not seeing the spin, you probably have a clogged hose. The hose right by the beater bar often clogs.
1674659
It works great if the ground is not soft (like after rain). When I have to deal with the latter, I use it in upright mode so the big wheels are in use.
1032974
They are sort of in the middle. They are softer than the usual cheap wheels, but not as soft as an air filled wheel. They seem to soak up the small bumps pretty well.
2253653
I have placed this in a stationary position and don't believe I used the wheels. It is at a second home where I will be next week. Ask me then and I will check. Pat
1387600
I wanted to know that myself. The skids drag grass and dirt, making it hard to push at times. I know the skids are ment for safety, but I plan to try wheels. I am very careful when I use my walker. I also need to replace one of the hand grips, otherwise it is the best walker I've used
39670
The wheels are rubber tires with tubes. Since they are air filled, are great for rough terrain and flat surfaces. i don't have wood floors, so i don't know if they might leave marks that need to be removed. Since they are air filled, flats can happen. after a lot of normal use i got a flat when moving something extremely heavy in rough terrain. i pushed the weight limits too far. i'm going to SLIME the tubes just to see if it works. Replacement tubes are readily available on this site and many other sources. I prefer pneumatic tires especially for stairs and rough terrain and accept the consequences of really putting a tool to work. The wheels are rubber tires with tubes. Since they are air filled, are great for rough terrain and flat surfaces. i don't have wood floors, so i don't know if they might leave marks that need to be removed. Since they are air filled, flats can happen. after a lot of normal use i got a flat when moving something extremely heavy in rough terrain. i pushed the weight limits too far. i'm going to SLIME the tubes just to see if it works. Replacement tubes are readily available on this site and many other sources. I prefer pneumatic tires especially for stairs and rough terrain and accept the... » Read More The wheels are rubber tires with tubes. Since they are air filled, are great for rough terrain and flat surfaces. i don't have wood floors, so i don't know if they might leave marks that need to be removed. Since they are air filled, flats can happen. after a lot of normal use i got a flat when moving something extremely heavy in rough terrain. i pushed the weight limits too far. i'm going to SLIME the tubes just to see if it works. Replacement tubes are readily available on this site and many other sources. I prefer pneumatic tires especially for stairs and rough terrain and accept the consequences of really putting a tool to work. « Show Less
1947387
We pull ours on the dirt roads behind the old farm truck with a long long rope--they hit dirt now and then and have showed NO real signs of wear--we spray the bottom with PAM or WD40 to slick it up and away you go (Like Clark did on Christmas Vacation...!)
2141136
The wheels are just like a bike's, and are very maneuverable with a great turn radius. It's expensive, but WELL worth it. Hope this helps.
410830
No, just the rear wheels and I am pretty sure both rear wheels pull. I absolutely think this is a great battery operated riding toy but my grandson has never used it in loose dirt and sand.
2201072
It has 4 height settings. One runs on the skids and digs in just a bit, one runs slightly higher, one is high and used mostly for transport and the other 'floats' and follows the terrain. I use the last one mostly, even though it digs a little near a couple of ruts, doesn't kick up enough gravel to hurt anything. I have a gravel drive too, but right now it's more like a hard pack dust:). Better fix that in the spring. Oh, you can set the runner (skid) height too.
1871629
They appear to be a hard rubber wheel. The cart has worked well so far, but the only thing you can't do is flip up the bottom support without the wheels folding. They are connected and once the wheels unfold, so does the bottom support. It's not really a problem, but something to mention.
1938427
No dirt. Just the plastic container, a black lift rack for in the bottom, the black tube, the wheels and a crappy garbage-bag-quality cover with alligator clips(and a big rubber band) to hold it on, then a later one arrived with elastic made into the garbage-bag-quality black cover. I discovered the cover causes more mushroom growth than anything and discarded it. I used moisture control potting soil I bought at Lowes with it.
662734
Yes - The tires/wheels do move when you move vehicle with your hand. In other words, the tires/wheels are connected with a tiny silver rod :)
1276593
The whole thing operates through friction between the wheels. As they turn, the fans that sweep everything up work. The heavier the whole thing gets the better it works. In my experience if you don't keep it oiled it becomes almost un- repairable.