Landscapers Select Contractor Wheelbarrow Kit: Built for Montana's Toughest Jobs

The Landscapers Select Contractor Wheelbarrow Kit delivers what matters: 6 cubic feet of poly tray capacity, 16-inch pneumatic wheels that handle uneven terrain, and medium-duty steel handles measuring 58 x 1-1/2 x 1-3/4 inches. At a 4.8-star rating across 17 reviews, contractors trust this wheelbarrow for professional landscaping and construction work.

Skip it if you’re moving light loads around a paved yard. This wheelbarrow shines when you’re hauling wet concrete, gravel loads, or construction debris across rough job sites where lesser wheelbarrows bog down or break.

Heavy-Duty Construction That Handles Real Work

The specs tell the story of a wheelbarrow built for punishment. Medium-duty steel handles won’t bend when you’re leveraging a full load of wet soil. Front tray braces prevent the poly tray from flexing under heavy loads — a common failure point on cheaper wheelbarrows. The contractor kickplate adds structural reinforcement right where you need it when tipping loads.

Specification	Value
Tray Capacity	6 cubic feet
Tray Material	Poly (High-Density Polyethylene - HDPE)
Handle Material	Medium-duty steel
Handle Dimensions	58 x 1-1/2 x 1-3/4 inches
Wheel Size	16 inches
Wheel Type	Pneumatic tubed tire (block pneumatic tire option)

That HDPE poly tray matters in Montana. It won’t rust like steel when you leave it outside through winter. Won’t crack in subzero temperatures. Resistant to corrosion and chemicals means concrete won’t eat through it, and road salt won’t deteriorate it.

Professional Performance Where It Counts

Heavy-duty (contractor grade) isn’t just marketing speak here. The 16-inch pneumatic wheel rolls over construction debris, gravel driveways, and rutted job sites without hanging up. Try that with a 13-inch wheel and you’ll understand why wheel diameter matters.

The pneumatic wheel provides good traction and shock absorption — critical when you’re moving loads across frozen ground or spring mud. Some users note the potential for the pneumatic tire to require maintenance or replacement over time. Fair point. Keep a tire gauge handy and check pressure monthly. The block pneumatic tire option exists if you’d rather skip the maintenance.

Sold as a kit means everything arrives together, with component SKUs include #3437092 (handles), #1789122 (tire), #9690058 (braces). Smart packaging for contractors who don’t have time to hunt down missing parts.

Real-World Applications That Matter

This wheelbarrow handles the jobs that break lesser models:

• Professional landscaping — moving mulch, topsoil, and decorative rock
• Construction material transport — concrete, gravel, sand loads
• Site cleanup and debris removal — the unglamorous work that pays the bills
• Heavy gardening work — when homeowners tackle serious projects

The poly tray version (SKU 34628) makes more sense than the steel option (SKU 34627) for most Montana contractors. Poly handles temperature swings better, weighs less, and won’t rust when stored outside.

The Bottom Line

Worth every penny for contractors who measure productivity in yards moved, not trips taken. The combination of 6 cubic feet capacity, bombproof steel components, and that 16-inch pneumatic wheel creates a wheelbarrow that works as hard as you do.

Yes, the weight of the wheelbarrow itself gets mentioned as a consideration. It’s heavier than homeowner models. Because it’s built heavier. The trade-off between durability and weight makes sense when your equipment earns money.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included in the wheelbarrow kit? The kit includes the tray, two pneumatic tires, and handles. Component SKUs are #3437092 (handles), #1789122 (tire), #9690058 (braces).

How does the poly tray handle Montana winters? HDPE poly tray resistant to corrosion and chemicals won’t crack in subzero temperatures or deteriorate from ice melt products.

What’s the actual load capacity? Listed as Heavy-duty (contractor grade) capacity. The 6 cubic feet tray handles standard construction loads when properly balanced.

Are replacement parts available? Yes. Component SKUs compatible with SKU #1212109 means individual parts can be ordered for repairs.

How does this compare to other contractor wheelbarrows? Competitor models include Corona WB12160, Jackson Professional Tools 5.75 Cu Ft, and True Temper models. The Landscapers Select matches their capacity while offering the poly tray advantage.