Tiller for a 312-8

[turtleman 0]

I have a 312-8 Wheel Horse. I found a tiller for sale, unsure of the model of the tiller yet. But am wondering if anyone knows which model or models would fit a 312-8 tractor? Thank you

[daveoman1966 3,841]

There are, essentially, two styles and the difference is in the hitch, as shown in these 2 pics. You need the style "For B C 300 400 500 series" to the 312-8 tractor. There are many model #s of this style made from the mid 70s and they should all fit. There are also variations on the DRIVE BELT setup and the lift mechanism, but they are of minor consequence.

The other style can be adapted to fit the 312-8, but not without some difficulty.

[Racinbob 12,017]

I had the earlier style tiller like the left picture that I used on my C series (7-1211). The idler pulley was mounted on the bracket that attaches to the rear axle. Originally it had a additional pulley setup that mounted to the frame just in front of the transmission and used two belts. It was pretty easy to utilize the later model pulley setup that mounted to the tach-a-matic mount under the motor and only used one belt. That idler assembly that mounted back by the transmission was a pain. It required moving the foot rest out and an additional belt guard. My lift hook up was accomplished with a short bar in the slot hitch and connected to the tiller with a chain. I ended up liking it better than the later style tiller that my Dad had. It was easier to mount/dismount and, if I remember correctly, the later style required that the slot hitch be removed.

[Racinbob 12,017]

Let me add to that. With the old style axle bracket being different than the newer style it wouldn't work for a snow blade. I didn't care about that because I had a tractor dedicated to a snow blade and the tiller tractor wore the blower in the winter. You could also get the later style mounting bracket w/idler pulley (circled) and use the newer axle bracket.

[Racinbob 12,017]

BTW Turtleman..............

[Racinbob 12,017]

turtleman, check out the tiller posted in the classified right now. It's a direct fit. Just make sure you get the axle bracket with it unless you already have one for a snowblade. With the tiller posted, it's the same bracket.

[turtleman 0]

Racinbob....Thank you very much for your help. Where are the classifieds you are talking about? Thank you

[Racinbob 12,017]

I was in the process of typing a reply and I went to it just to make sure I told you correctly. I see that you found it. I hope it works out for you.