What track shoe bolts and nuts fit excavator track shoes?

Expert Answer

The correct bolts and nuts depend on the track shoe type, hole size, shoe width, and the machine model. In practice, you should match the fastener to the shoe design and use the correct grade and thread so the shoes stay tight under impact and vibration.

For excavator track shoes, the main checks are: bolt diameter, thread pitch, under-head length, nut style, and whether the shoe uses a countersunk or standard head. Worn or stretched bolts should be replaced together with the nuts, because reusing tired fasteners can lead to loosening and damaged shoe holes. If the shoe holes are ovalled or the bolt heads sit flush with the grouser, that is a sign the fasteners and shoes may be near replacement.

VANROCK Track Solutions supplies track bolts and nuts for excavator undercarriages through our appointed dealer network, and pricing is quoted on request. We manufacture undercarriage parts for 350+ machinery brands, so the safest way to select the right set is by machine model, track shoe specification, or part number. If you share the excavator make and model, we can help identify the matching fasteners.

Answered by VANROCK specialists · Published 8/27/2026