Best Replacement Tires for Push Lawn Mowers Today
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Push mower tires are the rubber or plastic wheels that carry a walk-behind mower across the lawn, and replacing them is often cheaper than replacing the whole mower. The two numbers that matter most are the wheel diameter and the bore size of the center hole, which must match the axle or hub of your mower. Listed tire width and the number of wheels per pack also matter. This guide covers seven replacement wheel sets from the product data pack, with the facts each listing states, and notes where a listing leaves a measurement out.
Quick answer
- Measure your old wheel first. Check the diameter, the width and the bore, then match all three before you order.
- The common bore size in these listings is 1/2 inch, which several listings describe as fitting most standard push mowers.
- Buy two wheels for a pair, or four if the listing is a 4-pack and your mower has four wheels to replace.
- Check that the kit includes the bolts and nuts or washers you need, because the listings differ on what is in the box.
How to choose replacement push mower tires
Start with the diameter. The listings in this guide range from 7 inches to 12 inches. A larger wheel rolls over bumps and roots more easily, but it may not fit a small mower frame. A smaller wheel is lighter and easier to fit into a tight wheel well, but it is slower on rough ground. Compare the diameter on your old wheel with the one in the listing before you buy.
Next, check the bore. The bore is the hole in the center of the wheel that fits over the axle. Most of the listings here state a 1/2-inch bearing or bore, and the Covzoe listing states a 0.5-inch bore diameter. If your mower uses a different bore, do not assume the wheel will fit.
Then look at the width. The listings show widths from about 1.5 inches to 1.75 inches. A wider tire gives more grip on grass and slopes, which the listings describe, but it needs room inside the wheel housing. Match the width to the old wheel, and do not force a wider tire into a narrow mount.
Sizing and fit
Measure the old wheel across its tread, from the outer edge to the outer edge, and measure the hub width. Measure the bore with a caliper if you have one. Several listings in this guide say the buyer should check the dimensions before purchasing, and the phepetroll listings give a tire diameter, a tire width, a rim diameter, a bearing size and a hub length for each size. Use those numbers to compare with your old wheel, rather than the size in the title alone.
Materials and grip
Most of the listings describe PVC or plastic construction with a rubber-like tread. The phepetroll wheels are described as made of high-strength PVC with a mixed tread pattern that the listing says resists cracking and fading. The Refitial wheels are described as solid rubber wheel PVC material, which the listing says is waterproof and heat-resistant. The IHDYPPEW wheels are described as plastic and rubber. The Covzoe wheels are described as high-strength PVC with a reinforced plastic hub and a mixed tread. The listings give tread and material claims, but not wear life, so judge the replacement after a season of use.
Who each option suits
- Standard 7-inch and 8-inch wheels: small push mowers and light carts where a compact wheel fits the housing and the ground is mostly flat.
- 10-inch and 12-inch wheels: larger push mowers and wheelbarrow-style carts that cross rough lawn, gravel or slopes.
- Multi-packs: owners who need to replace all four wheels, or who keep spares for a second tool.
- Universal wheels: owners who also use the same wheel on carts, generators or wagons, as several listings say.
Roundup of seven replacement wheel sets
Refitial 12-Inch Universal Push Lawn Mower Wheels (2-Pack)
A 12-inch wheel with a listed width of 1.75 inches and a 1/2-inch bore. The kit includes two wheels, two bolts and two nuts. The listing describes solid rubber wheel PVC material that is waterproof and heat-resistant, with an internal and external bearing system. The listing says the wheels suit garden carts, generator wheel kits, air compressor wheels, hand trucks and wagons as well as push mowers. A good match for a 12-inch mower wheel that needs a pair of replacements with hardware included.
IHDYPPEW 6 PCS Plastic Wheel, 7 x 1.5 Inch Lawn Mower Wheels
This set has six plastic wheels, each listed at 7 inches in diameter and 1.5 inches wide. The title names Radio Flyer tricycle parts and wagon replacements as well as push mower wheels. The listing describes the wheels as plastic and rubber, and says they are easy to install. It does not state the bore size or whether hardware is included, so check the listing details before ordering. The six-wheel count makes it a fit for a mower with several wheels or a second cart.
phepetroll 7-Inch Lawn Mower Wheels Kit, 2 Pack
A 7-inch wheel with a listed tire width of 1.5 inches, a rim diameter of 5.39 inches and a 1/2-inch bearing. The listing includes two bolts and two nuts. It is described as high-strength PVC with a mixed tread and a shock-absorbing design. The listing notes a hub length of 1.57 inches. A good choice for a smaller mower wheel where the diameter and bore match the old wheel.
phepetroll 10-Inch Lawn Mower Wheels Kit, 2 Pack
A 10-inch wheel with a listed tire width of 1.73 inches, a rim diameter of 8.42 inches and a 1/2-inch bearing. The listing includes two bolts and two nuts, and describes a deep mixed tread for grip on slopes and uneven ground. The hub length is listed at 1.73 inches. It suits a mower that needs a larger wheel for rough lawn or a cart with a 10-inch wheel.
phepetroll 12-Inch Lawn Mower Wheels Kit, 2 Pack
A 12-inch wheel with a listed tire width of 1.65 inches, a rim diameter of 10.03 inches and a 1/2-inch bearing. The listing includes two bolts and two nuts and says the wheels suit most standard push mowers, garden tillers, hand trucks and pressure washers. The hub length is listed at 1.57 inches. It is the 2-pack version of the same 12-inch wheel sold in a 4-pack below.
phepetroll 12-Inch Lawn Mower Wheels Kit, 4 Pack
The same 12-inch wheel as the 2-pack, with a tire width of 1.65 inches, a rim diameter of 10.03 inches and a 1/2-inch bearing. This version includes four bolts and four nuts, so it covers a mower with four wheels to replace. The listing describes the same mixed tread and high-rebound design. A fit for a full set of replacements on a mower or cart with four 12-inch wheels.
Covzoe 8-Inch Lawn Mower Wheels, 2 Pack
An 8-inch solid wheel listed at 1.7 inches wide with a 0.5-inch bore. The kit includes two wheels, two bolts, two washers and two lock nuts. The listing describes high-strength PVC with a reinforced plastic hub and a non-slip mixed tread. The listing says the wheels suit most standard garden trucks, push mowers, lawn tractors, garden tillers, hand trucks and generators. A good fit for an 8-inch wheel with the 0.5-inch bore and a lock-nut mount.
In-depth look: the phepetroll 10-inch pair
The phepetroll 10-inch kit is the best example of how these listings state measurements. The listing gives a tire diameter of 10 inches, a tire width of 1.73 inches, a rim diameter of 8.42 inches, a 1/2-inch bearing size and a hub length of 1.73 inches. It also includes two bolts and two nuts, and the listing says no special tools are needed for installation.
The listing describes a PVC body that resists cracking and fading, a deep mixed tread for grip on slopes and wet grass, and a high-rebound design that absorbs shocks. The listing does not give a load rating or a wear life in hours, so the claims about durability should be taken as the seller’s description. Check the rim diameter against the old rim, because a wheel with a different rim will not seat properly even if the outer diameter matches.
The phepetroll 12-inch listing uses the same wording for the tread and the installation, and gives a larger rim of 10.03 inches. Compare the rim and hub figures before choosing between the 10-inch and 12-inch sizes, since the listing gives the rim figure for each one.
A close alternative is the Refitial 12-inch pair, which includes hardware and a solid rubber body with a 1.75-inch width. It is wider than the phepetroll 12-inch wheel and the listing describes it as suited to carts and wagons too, so it may suit a mower that also pulls a cart.
FAQ
What size bore do push mower wheels need?
Most listings in this guide state a 1/2-inch bearing or bore, which the phepetroll and Refitial listings say fits most standard push mowers. The Covzoe listing states a 0.5-inch bore. Measure the axle or hub on your mower before you buy.
How many wheels do I need to replace?
Most mowers have two front or rear wheels that are replaced as a pair, but some have four. Count the wheels that need replacing and choose a pack that covers them. The phepetroll 12-inch 4-pack includes four bolts and four nuts, and the Covzoe and Refitial listings include two.
Do the kits include bolts and nuts?
Several do. The Refitial kit includes two bolts and two nuts. The phepetroll kits include two bolts and two nuts, or four bolts and four nuts in the 4-pack. The Covzoe kit includes two bolts, two washers and two lock nuts. The IHDYPPEW listing does not state the hardware, so check before ordering.
Are plastic wheels as good as rubber?
The listings describe PVC, plastic and rubber-style materials. Some describe a mixed tread for grip and a shock-absorbing design. The listings do not give comparative test results, so the choice comes down to the diameter, width and the terrain you mow.
Can these wheels fit a cart or wagon as well?
Several listings say so. The Refitial and IHDYPPEW listings name carts, wagons and generator or compressor wheels, and the phepetroll listings name garden tillers, hand trucks and pressure washers. Confirm the diameter and bore against the cart’s axle before buying.
What if my wheel is a different size from any listing?
Choose the listing closest to your measurements, and do not force a mismatched wheel onto the axle. A wheel with the wrong bore or rim will wobble or fail to seat, and a wheel with the wrong width may rub the housing.
Bottom line
Match three numbers before you buy: the wheel diameter, the bore and the width. Check the rim and hub figures where a listing gives them, and count how many wheels you need so you pick the right pack size. If you need hardware in the box, look for a kit that lists bolts and nuts, or washers and lock nuts. Those three checks cover most replacement decisions in this list.
Related reading: our mower maintenance guides explain how to check a mower’s wheels and hubs before you replace them.
