Michelin Tweel™ Fitment Guide: Bush Hog Mowers
Enhance your Bush Hog mower with Michelin X Tweel™ airless tires—ideal for zero-flat performance and minimal turf disturbance. Below is the complete fitment table for Bush Hog series covering deck widths from 49″ to 73″. Click any MSPN to view detailed product information on Farm & Trail.
Popular Bush Hog Models & Tweel Tips
Top Bush Hog series:
- HDE Models 49″ / 55″ / 61″
- HDC Models 61″
- HDZ Models 61″ / 73″
- HDE PS-series 49″ / 55″ / 61″
- HDC FS/KP2 Models 55″ / 61″
- HDZ CV2 Models 61″ / 73″
- HDZ FX2 Models 61″ / 73″
Why Bush Hog owners choose airless Tweel tires:
- Zero-flat performance: Airless Tweel tires eliminate flat tires entirely, ensuring you can cut brush or finish fields without interruption.
- Enhanced turf protection: The polyurethane spokes absorb impact and distribute weight evenly, reducing soil compaction and preserving turf health.
- Minimal maintenance: No need to monitor tire pressure—just inspect Tweel spokes periodically for debris or damage.
- Front Tweel & Bushing Installation: Remove the factory caster wheel. Install the front Tweel MSPN (MC-73818 or MC-41011) along with bushing MC-40653. Ensure the bushing seats fully and torque lug nuts to the manufacturer’s specification.
- Rear Tweel Swap: Remove the OEM rear pneumatic wheel and install the correct Tweel MSPN (MC-54411 for HDE/HDC/HDZ series). No additional rim modifications are required if the part number matches your model.
- Deck Clearance Check: After installing front and rear Tweels, raise the deck to its highest position and spin each Tweel by hand to confirm zero contact with the deck or frame.
- Torque Requirements: Torque all wheel nuts to manufacturer’s specification (typically 80?ft-lbs). Re-check torque after one hour of use to ensure proper seating under load.
- Keep Spokes Clean: Rinse Tweel spokes with a low-pressure hose after each use to remove grass and debris. Avoid using high-pressure washers directly on the spokes to preserve the polyurethane bond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install Tweel tires on my Bush Hog HDE model without modifying the rims?
Yes—HDE, HDC, and HDZ series models use standard caster and rear wheel dimensions that match MSPNs MC-73818/MC-41011 for front and MC-54411 for rear Tweels. Simply swap out the factory pneumatic wheels for the corresponding Tweels—no rim modifications required.
Will Tweel installation alter the deck height on my Bush Hog rotary cutter?
No. Each Tweel MSPN is designed to match the factory wheel diameter for that model. Your cutting deck height on HDE/HDC/HDZ series will remain unchanged after proper installation and torque. Always verify deck clearance at full lift before final torque checks.
Are airless Tweel tires suitable for rough terrain with my Bush Hog?
Absolutely. Michelin X Tweel™ tires are built to handle rocky ground and heavy brush without risk of punctures. For Bush Hog HDE/HDC/HDZ models, use MSPN MC-73818 or MC-41011 in front and MC-54411 in back for reliable, maintenance-free performance.
You can also use our Fitment Checker tool and browse the full selection of airless Tweel tires for the most up-to-date offerings.
Notes
• For a complete PDF fitment guide, download here.
• Questions about custom fitment? Contact us.
