Michelin X Tweel zero-turn complete set: two 18x8.5N10 (4x4) rear Tweels (part 78245), two 13" grooved or smooth front casters, and 40653 spacer pairs

Michelin X Tweel Turf 18x8.5N10 airless rear assembly, 4x4 bolt pattern, part 78245, included in this zero-turn complete set

Michelin X Tweel Turf 13x6.5N6 grooved caster, 5/8" bore, part 73818, one tread option in this set

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Michelin X® Tweel® Turf Zero-Turn Complete Set - 18x8.5N10 (4x4) | -.4" Offset Rear + 13" Grooved or Smooth Casters | 1/2" Caster Axle, 40653 Spacers | 78245

$1,474.99

Includes: 2 rear Tweels, 2 front casters, 2 spacer pairs
Rear: 18x8.5N10, 4x4 bolt pattern, -0.4" offset
Front: 13x6.5N6 caster, grooved or smooth, 1/2" axle, 7-3/4" fork
Fits: 5 zero-turn models (see brand tabs)

The Dixie Chopper Zee 2 rides on a compact 18-inch rear. For five Zee 2 models, Michelin specifies the 705 lb 78245 Tweel in back and a 13-inch caster on 40653 spacers up front, and those are the parts you receive.

The Zee 2's 27.6 lb rear is the 705 lb version of the 18x8.5N10, mounted at -0.4 inches. Up front, 40653 spacers suit a 7-3/4-inch fork, with grooved or smooth casters to choose from.

What's Included

Qty	Item	Michelin Part #	Position
2	MICHELIN® X® TWEEL® Turf 18x8.5N10 airless rear tire & wheel assembly	78245	Rear drive
2	MICHELIN® X® TWEEL® Turf 13x6.5N6 caster, 5/8" bore, grooved or smooth (your choice), each with a bearing dust cap	73818 (grooved) / 41011 (smooth)	Front caster
2 pairs	MICHELIN® X® TWEEL® caster spacers, 1/2" axle x 1" bushing (4 spacers total)	40653	Front caster fork

Specifications

Spec	Rear Tweel (78245)	Front Caster (73818 / 41011)
Size	18x8.5N10	13x6.5N6
Bolt pattern / axle	4x4" (4x101.6 mm)	5/8" bore, fitted to a 1/2" axle with 40653 spacers
Wheel offset	-0.4" (-10.2 mm)	—
Fork inside width	—	7-3/4" (with 40653 spacers)
Tread	Turf	Grooved or smooth
Max load (each)	705 lb	290 lb
Weight (each)	27.6 lb	12.5 lb / 12.6 lb (grooved / smooth)
Michelin CAI	361420	529089 / 462981

Before You Order

Confirm your rear hub uses a 4x4" bolt pattern.
Confirm your front caster fork measures 7-3/4" inside and uses a 1/2" axle bolt. Those are the dimensions the included 40653 spacers are made for.
Find your exact model number in the brand tabs below. Fit can vary within a series.

Compatible Mowers

Every model below is listed in Michelin's X Tweel Turf fitment guide with the 78245 rear, a 13x6.5N6 5/8" caster and 40653 spacers. Tap your mower's brand to see its models.

Dixie Chopper(5 models)

Mower Series	Model	Deck
Dixie Chopper Zee 2	Dixie Chopper 2342KO	42"
Dixie Chopper Zee 2	Dixie Chopper 2348KO	48"
Dixie Chopper Zee 2	Dixie Chopper 2348KW	48"
Dixie Chopper Zee 2	Dixie Chopper 2354KO	54"
Dixie Chopper Zee 2	Dixie Chopper 2354KW	54"

Fitment is based on Michelin's X Tweel Turf fitment guide and the mower's original equipment, and manufacturer specifications can change without notice. Fit can vary by model number within a series, so check your exact model or contact us before ordering.

About Michelin® Tires

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