Features of choice
The main technical characteristics to look out for are:
- wheel characteristics;
- structural strength of the frame;
- side material;
- the presence of reinforcements;
- stops and footboards.
Wheels
These elements are the main component of the entire construction trolley mechanism. The degree of efforts that must be applied during its operation depends on their properties.
When choosing wheels, you need to pay attention to:
- diameter;
- the nature of the amortization component;
- the mechanism of their attachment.
Larger wheels have better flotation properties. On a wheelbarrow equipped with them, it is easier to overcome obstacles on the way - the wheels do not get stuck in the mud, large stones are overcome without difficulty. The disadvantage of a large diameter is the factor of applying great efforts to create movement, especially the initial one. In both cases, it is possible to overcome the negative effect of an unsuitable wheel diameter: for this, pushing forces must be replaced with traction forces.
The nature of the depreciation component is a characteristic that includes the use of wheels on a different basis. These can be airless wheels, with an air chamber and tubeless.
The first type of wheels consists of a metal rim and a rubber or plastic molded tire. It does not provide for the presence of air in it. This type of wheel is the least practical. The lack of an air cushion degrades the ride quality of the bogie, especially on a construction site. It is advisable to use a wheelbarrow with such wheels in places where there is a high probability of wheel breakdown on an air cushion. For example, on a site where there are a lot of glasses, nails and other sharp objects.
The second class of bogie wheels is chamber and tubeless, on an air cushion. They are the most practical wheels in the field. The presence of air in the tires reduces the load on the bogie itself, creates shock absorption and facilitates movement. Such propellers should be protected from piercing their rubber base.
The duration of the operating process is influenced by the mechanism for attaching the wheels to the frame. The best conditions for attachment are created by the presence of bearings at the points of contact of the wheel axle with the frame drums. The absence of rotating elements causes increased friction at the moment of loading and reduces the service life of the entire mechanism.
Frame
The frame part of the construction wheelbarrow is the basis of the entire structure. Its elements take on 80% of the load exerted in different planes. The vertical load is proportional to the weight of the transported cargo. The greater the weight, the greater the load. Therefore, when choosing a wheelbarrow, it is worth comparing the characteristics of its frame with the target nature of the work that needs to be done with its help.
Particular attention is paid to the welded joints of the frame elements. They should not have cracks, chipped "shells"
The presence of these shortcomings is a warning about the low quality of the publication and a characteristic decrease in the service life. The construction trolley handles are the part of the frame that takes on the load for deformation and twisting.
Side material
The body of the construction trolley must be made of lightweight and durable material. The best equivalent is an aluminum alloy body with a thickness of 0.5 to 0.8 mm. A mandatory property of the sides and "floor" of the body is the presence of molded reinforcements - special longitudinal bends that represent a failure of the stiffener.
When choosing a wheelbarrow, it is important to be able to distinguish between building and gardening.The first is designed for the transportation of heavy "aggressive" cargo - concrete, blocks, stones and others
The second is for moving light loads: earth, leaves, and others.
The presence of reinforcements
Reinforcements serve to compensate for the deformation forces acting on the wheelbarrow during operation. They must connect the frame elements in such a way as to protect them from kinking. In this case, the weight of the cart must remain within the normal range.
Stops and footrests
A good construction cart should have dump and parking stops. They can be extended parts of the frame or separate spring-frame mechanisms.
Stops are necessary to perform static work with the wheelbarrow and to facilitate the process of unloading it. The front stop allows you to lock the front of the wheelbarrow and turn it over for unloading. The rear stop mechanism allows the wheelbarrow to be positioned in the desired location in a horizontal position for loading or unloading. The presence of the above characteristics in the construction of a construction trolley creates conditions for its long-term and trouble-free operation.
In the next video, you will find an overview of the WB6418-S construction wheelbarrow.
What to look for when choosing a garden wheelbarrow
Even a device as simple as a garden wheelbarrow has a number of important characteristics that you should know before making a purchase.
If a garden wheelbarrow for some reason did not suit you, it can be used as an element of garden design.
- Capacity (body volume) - this indicator reflects the maximum volume of materials that can be transported in the body. As a rule, bulk materials are the yardstick - based on their quantity, and the volume of the body of a garden wheelbarrow is determined (usually from 60 to 130 liters). Spaciousness is the most important, albeit largely conditional, indicator. Firstly, bulk material can be transported "with a slide", that is, going beyond the container. And secondly, it does not reflect the real capacity, for example, dry branches, construction waste and other oversized items.
- Carrying capacity indicates the maximum weight that the wheelbarrow structure can support. A dual characteristic, on the one hand, a large carrying capacity allows you to take out a large number of materials "at a time", but pushing a loaded trolley is also more difficult. Average payload will force you to make several "raids", but it will also be easier to drive a wheelbarrow. The optimal carrying capacity is 60-120 kg.
- Wheels - the ease of use of the wheelbarrow depends on their diameter. The larger the wheel (rim sizes from 30 to 50 cm), the better the damping. Pneumatic tires on a metal disc are considered the most modern and reliable option - they allow you to drive a wheelbarrow and overcome any sections;
- Wheelbarrow dimensions - refers to the overall dimensions of the garden cart. You need to know them so as not to run into trouble when, for example, a wheelbarrow cannot pass through a gate, a barn door, or confidently move along a garden path.
- Handles - they should be comfortable, long and equipped with rubber or plastic ends that are comfortable to grip. Wheelbarrow handles are usually longitudinal (as if "growing" out of the body). It is convenient to use them to "steer" and tilt the cart, unloading the material. A small detail - your body should fit in the opening between them. The trolleys usually have a cross handle as well. Holding on to it, you can push the cart behind you, regardless of the unevenness of the road. It is also convenient if you have gone too far with the amount of cargo and it has become difficult to push the cart in front of you.
- General design of the wheelbarrow. It includes a "drawing" of the frame (the most durable are made of welded pipes), the weight of the wheelbarrow (preferably no more than 20-30 kg, but this depends on the carrying capacity and volume of the body) and the presence of stiffeners and supports.
Construction wheelbarrow Haemmerlin
Haemmerlin has 140 years of experience in the production of construction and garden wheelbarrows, both professional and for home use.
Professional construction wheelbarrow Haemmerlin Cargo Plus 120 PG GF
This wheelbarrow is adapted for the transport of heavy loads and has the following characteristics:
- its carrying capacity - 0.2 t;
- trough volume - 120 l;
-the body is deep, narrow;
-wheel - tubeless, pneumatic, diameter 40 cm, metal disc.
For small-scale work, it makes no sense to buy a powerful professional construction wheelbarrow. Dealing with them is easier.
Haemmerlin CARGO PREMIUM 90 MG:
-It is one-wheeled. Diameter of pneumatic tubeless wheel 380 mm;
- galvanized trapezoidal trough with a volume of 90 liters with rolled sides and a square bottom;
- will withstand a maximum load of 150 kg;
- there are stiffeners;
-Polypropylene handles provide good grip;
- construction wheelbarrow Haemmerlin PREMIUM 90 MG, like all other models of this company, are tested at the stand, so their quality is beyond doubt
How to choose?
The first criterion when choosing a wheelbarrow is the carrying capacity. It is undoubtedly the most important. Typically, this figure ranges from 60 to 150 kilograms. If this figure is higher, then such a wheelbarrow is already more suitable for some kind of construction work. Also, the higher the carrying capacity, the lower the maneuverability. But there will be more controllability.
The own weight of the wheelbarrow should not exceed 25 kilograms, so that it can be easily controlled. Another important indicator is capacity. It is indicated in liters and varies from 60 to 120 liters. If the wheelbarrow is for construction, then it will be in the range of 120-140 liters.
The next aspect is wheels. The larger they are, the better the permeability will be. The ideal disc is 30-45 centimeters. Recently, models with pneumatic wheels have been extremely popular. They can significantly increase the cross-country ability of the wheelbarrow.
Another important point is the handles. It is better if the wheelbarrow has two of them and they are installed in parallel. This solution will be convenient. It would be nice if the grip on the handrails is curved to increase comfort and prevent twisting of the arms.
If we talk about the frame, then it should be as reliable as possible. It is best if it is made of solid steel pipes. Bent-welded solutions would also be a good option.
The body can be either square or trapezoidal. Its shape will not matter much.
The material also influences wheelbarrow selection. The best solution would be a product made of galvanized steel. It is best to take a solution with a wall thickness of 0.8 to 1.5 millimeters. You can also buy an option with a plastic or wooden body. Despite a number of advantages, they will not be as durable, which is why they may not last long.
In general, as you can see, it will not be difficult to choose a good two-wheeled car if you focus on the criteria described above and understand for what purposes you want to buy a two-wheeled "helper".
In the next video you will find an overview of the two-wheeled garden wheelbarrow "Worker" WB 6211.
How to choose a garden wheelbarrow: selection criteria
When choosing a garden wheelbarrow, you need to pay attention to important details and thus you can count on a good purchase.
Body volume
You can measure the volume of a garden wheelbarrow in cubes, but sellers usually indicate this parameter in liters. When choosing a suitable container, bulk materials are taken as a standard. Most often, there are models with a volume of 60 to 130 liters. Do not forget that not only soil or sand will be transported. The body can fit broken branches, tools and much more. Therefore, the capacity of the wheelbarrow is becoming a far from unambiguous parameter.
Body volume
Carrying capacity
The maximum permissible load weight is also a very important indicator. It must be understood that the higher the carrying capacity, the harder it will be to work with it during movement and loading and unloading operations. If we talk about the optimal indicators of carrying capacity, then this is 60-120 kg.
Wheels
Comfort during the movement of the load depends on the parameters of the wheel.
The first thing to look out for is the diameter. The larger it is, the higher the level of depreciation.
Wheels with a diameter of 30 to 50 cm are considered large. Today, the most popular are models with pneumatic tires and a metal rim. There are also versions with tires without inner tubes. Buyers love them for their ease of repair, as in the case of tube tires, you have to remove the wheel and seal the hole. Wheelbarrows with bearing wheel axles will perform better even on uneven terrain.
Wheels
Dimensions (edit)
If you need maneuverability in a confined space, then you should choose models with small dimensions. Here it is worthwhile to correctly determine the most suitable ratio of volume and size. In any case, cars with a large body will not be able to have small dimensions.
Hand grips
There are two main conditions here - the distance between the handles and the tips installed on them. There should be enough space between the two handles so that the worker can stand between them and not get stuck. Also, plastic and rubber attachments at the ends of the handles make the work much easier.
Body material
Wood
Choosing the right material for the cart is very important, as it will determine how long it will serve its owner. There are up to four types of materials on the market from which such garden tools are made:
- steel;
- wood;
- plastic;
- willow twigs.
The most popular option is steel. There is a choice of galvanized and painted trolleys. When it comes to durability and resistance to environmental changes, then painted steel will be better than galvanized steel. Powder paint is applied to the structure using electricity and thereby baked.
Plastic is more suitable for transporting leaves and branches, since you cannot transport heavy materials in such a container. The same can be said for the wooden material, which will need to be carefully monitored throughout the life of the wheelbarrow.
The most interesting option may be a design made of willow rods. In addition, it is considered durable and environmentally friendly. She weighs only 8 kg. Maximum lifting capacity approx. 40 kg. Wheelbarrows made of this material are used to transport seedlings, branches or leaves.
Frame
Frame
It is best to choose models made from seamless pipes.
It is also important that the frame has a suitable bend for the body, which will create an additional fulcrum for the body. In addition, it is better to choose a frame with corrosion-resistant steel.
Models and prices
On the market for garden tools, there are models of one-wheel wheelbarrows from different manufacturers. Belamos, Haemmerlin have proven themselves well.
Prices on average fluctuate in the range from 1,300 rubles to 6,000 rubles or more, depending on the characteristics of the inventory and the country of production.
For clarity, the article considers several one-wheeled models, garden and construction, differing in the above characteristics. Prices may vary depending on the markup of a particular store.
One-wheel garden car Belamos457Р
- Price from 1800r
- Body material - steel
- Wheel - pneumatic, 380 with bearing
- Volume / Loading capacity - 85 liters 80 kg
- Production - Russia
Wheelbarrow garden REMBO
- Price from 1300r
- Body material - steel
- Wheel - pneumatic
- Volume / Loading capacity - 65 liters 80 kg
- Production - China
Garden one-wheel wheelbarrow 85 liters. production Russia
- Price from 1600 r.
- Body material - galvanized steel
- Wheel - pneumatic, 360 * 80 with bearing
- Volume / Loading capacity - 85 liters 120 kg
- Production - Russia
Garden wheelbarrow FIT 77555
Wheelbarrow FIT 77555
- Price from 3100 r.
- Body material - galvanized steel
- Wheel - pneumatic 380
- Volume / Loading capacity - 65 liters 140 kg
- Production - China (brand country - Canada)
One-wheel wheelbarrow Haemmerlin CARGO 90 MG P
- Price from 6000 r.
- Body material - galvanized steel
- Wheel - cast 390
- Volume / Loading capacity - 90 liters 200 kg
- Production - France
2 Pennant Profi TS-100/8 020313
The most practical wheel mechanism
Country Russia
Average price: 6100 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9
The Russian design is ideal for combining a whole range of technical capabilities. The undoubted advantages of the construction model are the carrying capacity of up to 350 kg and the body capacity of 100 liters. Its bottom does not have point attachments, like many analogs, but is supported over the entire area by a metal frame. Moreover, the corners of the frame are additionally reinforced with steel corners. A big plus is that not separate handles are provided here, but a cast pipe bracket. Therefore, less physical effort is needed, you can push the wheelbarrow not only with your hands, but also with your chest. A separate topic is 4x8 ”wheels with universal“ Highway ”or“ Herringbone ”tread and reinforced mounts on the disks.
Rating
"TechProm WB7402S"
In the top of popular trolleys, we will take a closer look at several models, among which TechProm WB7402S takes the first place. This is a two-wheeled version, the main characteristic of which is increased stability. It is relevant for the transportation of bulk materials, has a capacity of 65 liters, is made of galvanized steel.
Body parameters are 98 cm long, 30 cm high, and 63 cm wide. The model has a carrying capacity of 160 kg, which allows even stones to be transported. Bogie wheels of correct diameter with metal bearings. The trolley is maneuverable both on and on loose ground.
Users are advised to move loads closer to the center of the body to make the load on the wheelbase more even. Although in this model, the wheel axle is reinforced with two struts. And the support itself is bent, which is convenient when unloading bulk solids.
TechProm WB7402S has the following advantages:
- reliability;
- good roominess;
- stability.
The product has one drawback: the impossibility of using it in construction.
"Zubr Professional 39901_z01"
Also a one-wheeled car with a tubeless wheel, but with a high body strength. The wheelbarrow is durable, reliable, and can carry a lot of cargo. The wheel bearings are made of steel, and the body volume is 90 liters. The body is reinforced with struts, so the product is suitable for both gardening and construction work.
For the frame, a solid-bent pipe 2.8 cm thick was used. The steel thickness of the supporting supports is 3 cm. The option is acceptable in work under any conditions, since it is sufficiently passable and maneuverable.
Of the advantages of the product are noted:
- good carrying capacity;
- strength;
- metal bearings.
Of the minuses - the unreliability of the attachments, which eventually rotate on the frame.
"Metles"
A lightweight wheelbarrow with one pneumatic wheel, a frame made of a tube with a diameter of 2.8 cm. The product has a volume of 56 liters, can be used for gardening. The body has a trapezoidal shape, which increases the ease of use. For convenience, the design is equipped with additional struts in front, as well as supporting footrests at the rear. The bent persistent tube, provided in the design, increases the convenience of unloading the wheelbarrow. The loading capacity of the wheelbarrow is about 120 kg, and the weight is 12 kg.
Design advantages:
- large wheel diameter - 36 cm;
- a light weight;
- good carrying capacity;
- strength.
The downside is the delivery method of the disassembled wheelbarrow, which means that after the purchase it will still need to be assembled.
Masterado
Garden wheelbarrow with a reinforced frame made of 3.2 cm tube, which is suitable for garden work. Body volume - 110 liters, impressive carrying capacity - up to 200 kg.
The pneumatic wheel is one and has a size of 40 cm. Its location is close to the body, which increases the permeability of the equipment. The wheel is equipped with sealed bearings. Despite the high maneuverability, there is practically no vibration from the wheelbarrow, which prevents the flow of the loaded substances.The wheelbarrow and frame are powder coated for corrosion protection.
Pros of a car:
- maneuverability;
- strength;
- big wheel.
There are no downsides to this model.
"Variant 11204-1"
"Variant 11204-1" is a popular budget model of garden equipment. Body volume - 85 liters, cargo capacity - 120 kg. These parameters are sufficient to move bulk materials around the garden.
The bent steel frame of the model is welded, connected in the center at the wheel. The body is made of galvanized steel sheet with rounded edges for safe operation.
Product advantages:
- body strength;
- ease of assembly;
- large wheel;
- affordable cost.
The disadvantages of the product are poor stability.
"Haemmerlin Cargo Medium 324007501"
Suitable for garden work. The body of the wheelbarrow is metal, galvanized - 0.9 mm. The body shape is trapezoidal with rounded sides.
For the strength reserve, two supports are included in the structure. The frame is designed to support both the wheel and these struts. The thickness of the pipe for it is 3.2 cm. The capacity of the wheelbarrow is 100 liters, and the carrying capacity is 150 kg. Product weight - about 14 kg.
Pros:
- maneuverability;
- the weight;
- carrying capacity;
- durability.
The model has no minuses.
By choosing garden wheelbarrow or at a construction site, it is important to consider that it should be roomy, durable and at the same time light. For a small backyard, there is no point in overpaying for lifting models, because foliage and other light materials will play the role of the load
For such tasks, a lifting capacity of up to 80 kg is sufficient.