Homelite 997680001 Silver Rear Wheel Assembly – Genuine OEM Replacement Wheel

Part Number: 997680001
Category: Lawn Mower Wheels, Tires & Drive Components
Type: Silver Rear Wheel Assembly – Genuine OEM Replacement Wheel

The Homelite 997680001 Silver Rear Wheel Assembly is a genuine OEM replacement wheel component designed for select Homelite and compatible Ryobi lawn mowers and outdoor power equipment. Installed at the rear of the mower, this wheel assembly supports the equipment while providing the rolling surface required for normal mower movement and maneuverability.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 997680001
• Manufacturer: Homelite
• Product Type: Rear Wheel Assembly
• OEM Description: Rear Wheel Assembly
• Color / Finish: Silver
• Component Type: Mower Wheel / Rolling Component
• Position: Rear
• Function: Supports the Mower & Provides a Rolling Surface
• System: Wheel / Chassis / Drive Assembly
• Application: Lawn Mower / Outdoor Power Equipment
• Compatible Brands: Homelite / Select Ryobi Equipment
• Component Location: Rear Wheel Position
• Replacement Type: Direct OEM Replacement
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite OEM Part
• Condition: New
• Quantity: 1 Rear Wheel Assembly
• Part Number Reference: 997680001

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite OEM replacement wheel
• Factory-designated Rear Wheel Assembly
• Silver factory-style appearance
• Designed for the applicable rear wheel position
• Supports the mower during normal operation
• Provides the rolling surface needed for mower movement
• Helps maintain proper mower height and positioning
• Designed to interface with the applicable rear axle or drive assembly
• Manufactured to original equipment specifications
• Provides factory-style fit and mounting
• Helps restore smooth movement and maneuverability
• Maintains the mower's original wheel configuration
• Suitable for mower maintenance, repair, and restoration
• Ideal replacement for cracked, worn, distorted, loose, damaged, or missing rear wheels
• Direct replacement for equipment requiring 997680001
• Genuine OEM assembly rather than a universal mower wheel

Applications

The Homelite 997680001 Silver Rear Wheel Assembly is intended for select lawn mower applications specifically designed to use this OEM component.

Applications may include:

• Homelite lawn mowers
• Select Ryobi lawn mowers
• Walk-behind lawn mowers
• Rear wheel assemblies
• Mower chassis and rolling systems
• Select self-propelled mower applications
• Rear axle assemblies
• Mower wheel replacement and restoration
• Replacement of damaged or excessively worn rear wheels
• OEM repair applications requiring 997680001

Because rear wheel dimensions, axle connections, hub designs, and drive configurations can vary between mower models, exact compatibility should be confirmed using the complete model and manufacturing number.

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific mower model, manufacturing number, serial number, wheel configuration, and production revision before ordering.
• Homelite identifies 997680001 as a Rear Wheel Assembly.
• Match part number 997680001 directly with the number shown in your equipment's illustrated parts diagram or OEM documentation.
• This component is intended for the rear wheel position and should not automatically be substituted for a similar-looking front wheel.
• Front and rear mower wheels may use different diameters, widths, hub designs, bushings, bearings, gears, or mounting arrangements.
• Do not select a replacement mower wheel based solely on diameter, color, or appearance.
• Verify the OEM part number because hub depth, bore size, tread design, axle interface, and drive features can vary between visually similar wheels.
• Depending on the mower application, associated wheel gears, bushings, bearings, washers, axle bolts, retaining nuts, hub caps, or other hardware may be separate components.
• Do not assume that mounting hardware or other surrounding components are included unless explicitly supplied with the wheel assembly.
• Inspect the rear axle, wheel mounting hardware, drive components, bushings, bearings, height-adjustment mechanism, and surrounding chassis components when replacing the wheel.
• If the original wheel has excessive side-to-side movement, inspect the axle and mounting components for wear before installing the replacement.
• If the mower is self-propelled and the wheel does not drive properly, inspect the complete drive system, including applicable gears, pinions, transmission components, belts, and cables.
• Replace damaged, stripped, seized, excessively worn, or corroded wheel hardware as necessary.
• Install the replacement wheel in the same factory position and orientation as the original component.
• Make sure all retaining hardware is correctly installed and secured according to the manufacturer's specifications.
• After installation, verify that the wheel rotates smoothly without excessive play, rubbing, or binding.
• Check that the mower sits evenly and that the applicable height-adjustment system operates correctly before returning the equipment to service.
• Shut off the mower, remove the battery or disconnect the spark plug where applicable, allow the blade to stop completely, and follow manufacturer service procedures before performing wheel repairs.
• This listing is for one Homelite 997680001 Silver Rear Wheel Assembly only unless otherwise specified. Axles, bearings, bushings, gears, washers, bolts, nuts, hub caps, and other drive or wheel components are sold separately unless explicitly included.
• Match part number 997680001 with your equipment's illustrated parts diagram or OEM documentation before ordering to ensure proper fitment.