Motoblocks appeared everywhere not so long ago. Even 30 years ago they were not produced in our country. The reason for this is simple - in the collective farms, which were the main form of management in the USSR, the land was cultivated with powerful tractors.
Only a few "kulibins" created a semblance of a walk-behind tractor for processing a personal plot from improvised means. Such homemade products immediately became the envy of all fellow villagers. Still - a manual, multifunctional tool for cultivating the land is just a dream of a Soviet farmer or summer resident.
But with the collapse of the USSR began new era- motoblock time. Large farms began to disintegrate. Their place was taken by household plots and small farms. For such farms, it is very difficult to buy a full-fledged tractor, and often there is no need. The walk-behind tractor coped well with all the work, replacing several types of equipment at once.
With the growing popularity of walk-behind tractors, the number of their manufacturers and models also grew. At the moment, the variety of this technique is so great that it is very difficult to make a choice.
What is a motoblock?
The motor-block is a mobile power unit which is equipped with the additional hinged equipment for performance of a wide range of agricultural works.
It should be noted that a walk-behind tractor is not a motor-cultivator, as many people think. The walk-behind tractor is capable of performing a much larger set of works, and not just cultivating the land.
What kind of work can a walk-behind tractor perform? Attachment
Those who have never used a walk-behind tractor suggest that its functions are limited to tillage. But this is far from the case, and the happy owners of this "mini-tractor" can use it to perform the following work:
Plowing the land
With the help of a special small plow, which is an attachment for a walk-behind tractor, they really plow the land. The greater the power of the walk-behind tractor, the more efficient the plowing. So the most powerful models can be safely sent to the raising of virgin lands.
The walk-behind tractor is able to significantly save time and energy for summer residents and owners of small subsidiary plots. It allows you to plow the land quickly and with sufficient quality. At the same time, you can forget about the torment with a shovel or hiring a tractor that will shovel the entire area, leaving behind a lot of huge clods.
In addition, the quality of the soil cultivated with a walk-behind tractor is much higher than when plowing with a shovel or even a motor-cultivator. The reason for this is the opening of the deep layers of the soil and thorough mixing of the soil. This allows you to properly saturate the soil layer with oxygen, and as a result, increase the productivity of the land.
Harrowing
Motoblock can be equipped with another type attachments- harrow. The harrow is a special attachment with teeth.
When harrowing with a walk-behind tractor, the upper dry earthen crust is crushed, which is formed from the drying of the soil under the influence of the sun.
Harrowing is one of the most effective methods weed removal.
The importance of harrowing is to allow oxygen to reach the plant roots. In addition, without this procedure, moisture saturation of the root system of plants is disturbed.
Hilling
Any gardener who grows potatoes or, say, strawberries will certainly appreciate such a function of a walk-behind tractor as hilling. With the help of a mounted hiller, the walk-behind tractor is able to raise furrows for ventilation of tubers.
Planting and harvesting
Potato lovers will not be able to restrain their emotions from two more mounted units for a walk-behind tractor. This is a potato planter and a potato digger. Planting and harvesting potatoes with a walk-behind tractor is many times faster.
In addition, special seeders for sowing seeds of almost any garden plants are also on the market.
Shipping
By connecting a walk-behind tractor with a trailer, you can get a kind of scooter. Yes, its speed will not be great. But he will transport loads like a real mini-tractor - you will be amazed at what this kid is capable of.
He is not afraid of bags of cement, or bales of fertilizer, or mountains of your crops. Yes, and you yourself will be able to move almost in complete comfort - sitting on a "heel" and imagining yourself either as a tractor driver or as a coachman.
Winter work of the walk-behind tractor
In winter time the motor-block is easily equipped in the car for snow removal. In this case, you can use a whole set of attachments.
For example, after a heavy snowfall, a snow thrower is suitable for clearing footpaths. A walk-behind tractor equipped with this tool can easily remove even deep snow and throw it to the side of the road.
If the snowfall was not heavy, and the snow has not yet had time to pack, snow brushes are suitable to help clean all the footpaths.
To remove hardened, packed snow, you can use a special snow shovel. It is equipped with knives to remove packed snow.
Motoblock device
Motoblock is actually a fairly simple mechanical tool. It consists of several main components: engine, transmission, clutch, gearbox and power take-off shaft.
Let's consider them in more detail.
Motoblock engine. Modern walk-behind tractors are equipped with three types of engines: gasoline, diesel or electric.
Electric walk-behind tractors are rare. This is due to the fact that their power is small, respectively, their functionality is limited.
Diesel walk-behind tractors are the most powerful, but also the most expensive. Although they are the most economical compared to gasoline, they are also more reliable. But everything determines high price- therefore, they are also not often seen in a simple Russian economy.
But motoblocks with a gasoline engine are the most common.
Motoblock transmission. It is a system of nodes, which is designed to transmit torque from the engine to the wheels and the working body of the walk-behind tractor. There are several types of transmissions that are installed on different types motoblocks.
On light walk-behind tractors, a gear-worm transmission is mainly installed. It includes two gears: gear (upper) and worm (lower). Sometimes such transmissions are equipped with a power take-off shaft.
A belt-tooth-chain transmission is most often installed on medium-power walk-behind tractors. In it, the rotation of the engine is transmitted to the gearbox shaft by means of a belt. At the same time, the gearbox shaft, through the chain, supplies torque to the attachment or wheels.
And, finally, the gear transmission is placed on heavy walk-behind tractors. Its design is in many ways similar to the transmission of a tractor. Thanks to the gear transmission, walk-behind tractors have several speeds (both forward and backward).
Reducer. This is a detail that you should pay attention to when choosing and buying a walk-behind tractor. The gearbox directly affects the reliability and service life of the "mini-tractor". It serves to transfer power from the engine shaft to the working body of the walk-behind tractor.
Preferably models with a collapsible gearbox. Such gearboxes are repairable. In addition, if only part of the unit fails, then it is easy to replace it, rather than buying a new walk-behind tractor.
This mechanism was inherited by a walk-behind tractor from a tractor. This unit is necessary for the operation of attachments.
What is the power of the walk-behind tractor, and how to choose it?
It is by the power factor that all walk-behind tractors are divided into three types.
Types of walk-behind tractors depending on power
So, as we have already indicated earlier, all walk-behind tractors are divided into:
- lungs;
- medium;
- heavy;
Light Motoblocks
This type of walk-behind tractor has engines with a power of up to 5 Horse power. They are practically not capable of performing heavy work with a plow on hard ground due to low power, as they quickly overheat and cannot drag the plow.
For light walk-behind tractors, light work in small personal subsidiary farms is also suitable - loosening and cultivating light soil.
Medium Motoblocks
This is a more serious technique with an engine power of up to 8 horsepower on average. Often they are equipped with a multi-stage transmission and reverse.
Equipped with a power take-off shaft - allows medium motoblocks to use attachments. Diesel models are already appearing in this line of walk-behind tractors.
Heavy Motoblocks
These machines are already more like a mini-tractor. And no wonder - their weight often exceeds 100 kg, and the engine develops more than 10 horsepower.
All heavy walk-behind tractors are equipped with a power take-off shaft and are ready to work with any attachments.
Large walk-behind tractors have advanced features that undoubtedly exceed the capabilities of light or medium walk-behind tractors. In addition, they are more reliable due to the use of components with higher wear resistance.
The performance of such machines is also impressive - some models are able to work for days in the truest sense of the word.
Of course, all these advantages significantly affect the price of a heavy walk-behind tractor. Although, if the size of your farm is large enough, and the list necessary work is constantly growing - then buying a heavy walk-behind tractor can significantly save you strength, time, and later money.
How to choose a walk-behind tractor?
The choice of a walk-behind tractor directly depends on the area of \u200b\u200bthe area being treated, the type and amount of work. If you know the power of the walk-behind tractor and the area of the site, it is easy to calculate the number of hours of work required to process this site.
According to the data in the table below, you can determine the required power of the walk-behind tractor.
In addition, one should take into account the fact that more powerful walk-behind tractors are generally more reliable.
When thinking about how to choose a walk-behind tractor, pay attention to user reviews. And the reviews say that domestic walk-behind tractors are less reliable and durable than imported ones. Although this rule covers all engineering.
Therefore, when choosing a domestic walk-behind tractor, it is necessary to clarify the data on the maintainability of the selected agricultural machine.
As with the purchase of any equipment, the price of a walk-behind tractor directly depends on its equipment. How to choose a walk-behind tractor? according to your needs and financial possibilities. The cheapest is the basic package. The more equipment is installed on the unit - the correspondingly higher its price.
In connection with the foregoing, before buying a walk-behind tractor, clearly highlight and write down the tasks that this unit should perform on your farm. Based on the list of tasks and choose the model and equipment.
When choosing a model of a walk-behind tractor, specify what is already included in the basic package of the machine. different models may have different equipment even in the basic configuration.
Carefully calculate the required power of the walk-behind tractor. Consider what type of soil is in your area. With light loose soil, you can choose a lower engine power of the walk-behind tractor. If the soil is heavy and dense, you will have to turn your choice towards more powerful models.
By choosing specific model walk-behind tractor, specify how long the warranty period is provided for the equipment. Another important point is the presence service center service provider for this brand in your area.
As for additional attachments, you should not rush like a cat into butter and immediately buy everything. Usually only soil cultivation equipment is bought first. The rest is purchased as needed. So you can save a decent amount.
Popular models of walk-behind tractors
Russian motoblocks
In the group of light and medium walk-behind tractors, one can single out a unit popular among consumers Neva MB-1B-6.0FS. This model has an affordable price - an average of 45,000 rubles with fairly good equipment.
The MultiAgro gearbox developed by the manufacturer allows the walk-behind tractor to operate in three forward gears and one reverse gear. And with the help of a folding shield, you can rearrange the belt, which adds additional gears.
Characteristics of Neva MB1-B-6.0FS
- Engine: Briggs&Stratton RS950 made in USA 4-stroke
- Power: 6 HP
- Weight: 75 kg
- Number of gears: (3+1)x2
- Fuel: gasoline
Another model of the Neva walk-behind tractor is MB1-N "MultiAgro". This agricultural tool is intended for work on small and average sites with loamy soil.
Motoblock MB1-N "MultiAgro" demonstrates high traction capabilities at lower power consumption.
Characteristics of MB1-N "MultiAgro"
Power: 5.8 HP
- Weight: 75 kg
- Number of gears: (3+1)x2
- Cultivation width (grip): 86-127 cm
- Tillage depth: 20 cm
- Fuel: gasoline
Engine: Honda made in Japan
Beam MB1 (Oka MB1)- the walk-behind tractor was developed back in the 80s of the last century. It is distinguished by simplicity of design, strength and wear resistance of the structure and high maintainability.
Despite the fact that the Luch MB1 walk-behind tractor does not claim to be the ideal agricultural machinery, its design was successfully adopted and similar equipment is successfully produced under other brands by a number of domestic and Chinese manufacturers. The reason for this is the versatility of the walk-behind tractor.
Luch MB-1 is intended for processing small plots of land in household plots and in the country. It works well on light soils, on clay soils it noticeably "gets tired".
The disadvantages of the Luch walk-behind tractor include a high mass. Only a physically trained person can cope with such a heavy machine.
Characteristics of the walk-behind tractor Beam MB-1 (Oka MB-1)
- Engine: DM-1 4-stroke made in Russia (analogues of the walk-behind tractor are equipped with foreign engines)
- Power: 5 HP
- Weight: 100 kg
- Number of gears: (3+1)x2
- Cultivation width (grip): 71-120 cm
- Tillage depth: 20 cm
- Fuel: gasoline
According to user reviews and statistics, the second place in popularity in Russia after the Neva is occupied by walk-behind tractors "Salute".
The main advantage of the Salyut walk-behind tractor is the gear reducer. The thing is that such gearboxes are usually put only on heavy walk-behind tractors, and medium-power machines are equipped with a chain drive. This gearbox is able to withstand heavy loads, and has increased resistance to external impacts of stones and hard clods of earth.
The low center of gravity of the walk-behind tractor protects it from tipping over. In addition, the Salyut is equipped with an easily removable steering wheel and wheels, which reduces its assembly and disassembly time and increases transportability.
Characteristics of the Salyut 5 / Salyut 100 walk-behind tractor
- Power: 6.5 HP
- Weight: 78 kg
- Cultivation width (grip): 36-80 cm
- Tillage depth: 25 cm
- Fuel: gasoline
Japanese walk-behind tractors - the best walk-behind tractors in the world
"Kubota"- one of the most reliable manufacturers. The most popular model - Kubota K1-8 will allow you to process even large areas. The model has a low noise level. But the main advantage of walk-behind tractors is their compactness.
Characteristics of the motor-block Kubota K1-8
- Engine: 4-stroke Honda GX200 Japan / LIFAN 168F-2B / Briggs&Stratton Vanguard 6.5
- Power: 8 HP
- Weight: 160 kg
- Number of gears: 4 forward, 2 reverse
- Water cooling
If you need a lighter walk-behind tractor, then you should pay attention to the brand "Caiman". Motoblocks of this manufacturer have high reliability and maintainability.
Yes, and 3 years warranty can not but rejoice.
Characteristics of motoblocks Cayman
- Power: 5-7 HP
- Number of gears: 2 forward, 1 reverse
Engine: Subaru EP 17 OHC 2 or 4 stroke
Which walk-behind tractor to buy and how to maintain it?
Conclusion
The choice of a walk-behind tractor must be approached responsibly in order to avoid disappointment later.
Before you buy a walk-behind tractor, you need to calculate in detail all the parameters of the equipment that you will need based on the following factors:
- the area of the treated area;
- soil type;
- required scope of work;
- what attachments will be needed first of all.
Based on the above, you can make a choice of the type of walk-behind tractor and its power.
The easiest and fastest way to choose the right walk-behind tractor and cultivator is to contact the specialists at the GARDENTOOL petrol equipment store who will help you choose and buy a walk-behind tractor (cultivator) in Minsk. In our store you can directly inspect the walk-behind tractor (cultivator) and decide on its choice. But, if you want to get an idea of what walk-behind tractors and cultivators are, you can read the following information.
WHAT IS MOTOBLOK (CULTIVATOR)
Motoblock is a kind of small-sized tractor, a mechanical self-propelled single-axle device with an engine, designed to facilitate a variety of agricultural work.
Cultivator (or motor cultivator) technically it is the same walk-behind tractor, but with less power and weight. The cultivator is intended mainly for preplant preparation and loosening of the earth, and the walk-behind tractor can perform a much wider range of work - its capabilities are limited only by the range of attachments. You can install a plow, mower, hiller, harvesting equipment on it garden paths, irrigation and many other units. Heavy walk-behind tractors are often used to transport goods by hitching a cart to it.
As a rule, for walk-behind tractors, work is carried out due to the traction force created by the wheels, and for cultivators, working tools (milling cutters, lugs, weeders, etc.) are installed instead of wheels. Powerful cultivators in their functionality approach walk-behind tractors.
There are also hand cultivators that are not equipped with a motor. Such units are used for loosening the soil and mechanical weeding of small beds. Their design is extremely varied.
WHAT TO CHOOSE - MOTOBLOK OR CULTIVATOR
When buying a walk-behind tractor or a cultivator, you need to decide on two main parameters - what list of agricultural and other works do you want to perform with their help, and on what area land plot. After all, someone has a plot of 4 acres, and someone has several hectares. Some need only plowing the land, while others also need to loosen, plant, spud, etc.
If we are talking only about tillage - you can limit yourself to a motor cultivator. If the equipment is necessary not only for loosening and hilling, but also for other work (snow removal, transportation of goods, etc.), a walk-behind tractor is needed. Determination of the necessary power device depends on plot area on which you will be working.
When choosing the power of motoblocks and motor cultivators, it is customary to proceed from the area of cultivated land. It should be noted that recommendations different manufacturers walk-behind tractors, farmers on the choice of power walk-behind tractors differ.
For calculation required power unit must be taken into account full size area, but only its cultivated part. It is necessary to take into account all types of work that the purchased unit must perform. Plowing the land with a plow can only be done by a sufficiently powerful walk-behind tractor, the same applies to mechanized harvesting of root crops, such as potatoes. Most models of motor cultivators will not cope with such work. The greater the power reserve of the walk-behind tractor, the longer it will last you - working with overload will greatly reduce its service life. We suggest you study the overview of cultivators.
On the large plots it is more expedient to use more powerful agricultural equipment than walk-behind tractors, although some farmers recommend powerful walk-behind tractors (9 hp) for processing plots up to four to five hectares.
WHAT YOU SHOULD PAY ATTENTION WHEN BUYING
Reducer
The reliability and service life of all equipment depends on the design of the gearbox. With the help of this device, power is transferred from the motor shaft to the working tools of the cultivator (walk-behind tractor). In light and relatively cheap models, a non-separable version of the gearbox can be installed. If such a gearbox breaks down, it will be impossible to repair it - you will have to buy new equipment.
Engine
Motoblocks (cultivators) engines are conditionally divided into three classes: household (amateur), semi-professional and professional. The main differences between these groups should be sought in power and motor resource (the maximum service life indicated in hours of operation).
Less powerful cultivators are usually equipped with 2-stroke engines, more powerful walk-behind tractors - 4-stroke, and they can be either gasoline or diesel. Two-stroke engines have less power, are significantly noisier and emit more exhaust gases. Four-stroke engines are superior to their two-stroke counterparts in every way, but they are also more expensive.
PTO shaft
The power take-off shaft allows the walk-behind tractor to expand the range of its capabilities and make it more versatile. Namely, it allows you to install units that, due to the engine of the walk-behind tractor, get the opportunity to perform specialized functions in an active rather than static mode. For example: an active potato digger, in addition to simply digging potatoes, is able to beat them off the ground and deliver them to a special conveyor belt. storage. Here are some of the machines that can be used with a PTO: sweeper, seeder, waterer, chipper, chopper, active trailer, mounted mowers, you can easily guess by their name what functions they can add to your walk-behind tractor. The advantages of the power take-off shaft are obvious, however, the cost of such an attachment can often exceed the cost of the walk-behind tractor itself.
Trailer
Some models allow the attachment of a trolley, thus turning into a mini-transporter. Please note that not all walk-behind tractors allow such a modification, because it requires a sufficiently high gear ratio in the gearbox, without which an impromptu road train will move at a speed of 2-3 km / h - be sure to specify this point when buying. A good confirmation that the walk-behind tractor will operate normally with a trolley is that the manufacturer of the walk-behind tractor produces, among other things, additional equipment for this model of walk-behind tractor and cart. It is not at all necessary to buy a cart from the same manufacturer - it is usually sold quite expensive - you can find much more interesting options.
And in the process of searching, the future owner of the walk-behind tractor will have to face many questions about what exactly the walk-behind tractor will be used for, what main functions will be assigned to it? And even if you only need a walk-behind tractor for the garden, which model is best suited for this purpose?
In order to clarify this issue, it is necessary to study in detail all the nuances.
What to look for, what quality the walk-behind tractor should be and what company
When choosing walk-behind tractors, you need to pay attention to many factors that can be key in different situations. For walk-behind tractors that will be used on the farm, great importance, in addition to power, also has weight and number of gears.
It is not so important, but still it is desirable that he had a large number of attachments, with the help of which the land will be cultivated - the more it is, the better and more useful the walk-behind tractor will be. And so, what brands of walk-behind tractors are the best to pay attention to first of all?
It all depends on what purpose you need it for.
Models from all three types of walk-behind tractors: heavy, medium and light, have their own advantages and disadvantages.
With their correct application, the advantages will be key, and working with such a product will not cause any complaints.
If you make the wrong choice, without calculating correlation of the potential of technology with work, that needs to be done, then only problems will arise with it.
Therefore, depending on what kind of land needs to be cultivated, what is its area and what kind of result needs to be achieved, the walk-behind tractor must be appropriate. First of all, of course, it must be made of good and reliable materials.
First of all, these are elements of the supporting structure, the frame. It needs only the best steel, they must be securely connected by welds without pores and breaks, because this part bears the greatest loads.
Also, it is very important that you can always find parts for the walk-behind tractor, moreover, any - from consumables to entire assemblies - a gearbox, a carburetor and even an assembled engine. And the last but important question is the possibility of modifying the walk-behind tractor.
The best option is the ability to turn it into a mini tractor, With minimal cost time and resources.
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Application
For a summer residence or a village for processing a land plot
In order to decide which is better to buy a walk-behind tractor for a summer residence, you must first decide what kind of work it should do and how much time it should take. Since the dacha, in most cases, is a place for seasonal work, but not permanent place residence, then the walk-behind tractor needs an appropriate one.
For a summer residence, in which there is a small plot of up to 15 acres, it is perfect light walk-behind tractor with a capacity of about 3-4 horsepower and weighing about 70 kilograms. Such equipment as walk-behind tractors are convenient, primarily due to their size - it can be placed anywhere, because it does not take up much space.
The fuel consumption of a light walk-behind tractor is very low, regardless of the load. The number of attachments required for such equipment is minimal, since such walk-behind tractors are not designed for working with heavy soils and deep tillage.
But they are great for use as a snow blower or thresher drive - if necessary, it can be connected to these devices using a gearbox and belt drive.
The power that the engine develops is quite enough to grind grain and even root crops, and due to low fuel consumption, such a drive is not much more expensive than an electric motor.
Also, the country option can be not the most expensive product, since its use does not imply heavy loads, or regular use every day.
Thus, the engine resource will be consumed gradually, and the peak of work will occur only a few times a year, during the processing of the site before sowing the crop and after harvesting.
Powerful motor plow for home and gardening
As for the question of which one is better to buy a walk-behind tractor for the home, the situation here is slightly different. For the household, the use of a walk-behind tractor becomes the main task. The work that can be done with it appears almost every day. Here you can recommend,.
Therefore, it can be difficult to get by with only a light walk-behind tractor - the need to transport goods, cultivate a large area of land and other, not so important functions require a large engine resource, power and weight. In addition, the size of the apparatus is also important here - the width of its capture.
Medium motoblocks have an average power of 4-5 horsepower, and a working width of 80 centimeters.
Such characteristics make it possible to process a plot of 20-30 acres in a fairly short time without any problems and loss of time. Also, a walk-behind tractor with such characteristics can be supplemented with a trailer without much difficulty.
Its carrying capacity will be enough to deliver bulky cargo and cargo weighing up to 500 kilograms over long distances, albeit at a slow but stable speed.
Also, medium walk-behind tractors are equipped with large quantity attachments, which makes it more versatile than light walk-behind tractors.
In addition, after weighting, they are able to perform work comparable to heavy walk-behind tractors, albeit with less productivity.
Though the design of medium walk-behind tractors is usually not too complicated, especially among domestic manufacturers, their resource is not much longer than that of light walk-behind tractors, since very often engines are modifications of “weaker” models.
Although this is also a kind of plus - their parts are perfect for each other, sometimes not even much different in price.
How to choose reliable for virgin lands
The answer to the question, “which walk-behind tractor is better for virgin land?” unequivocal - only heavy walk-behind tractor The two previous types of walk-behind tractors are simply not able to cope with such a front of work that occurs when cultivating virgin lands.
Heavy walk-behind tractors usually weigh about 150 kilograms and have a power of 10 horsepower, although there are models that have both more and less power.
Such a technique is able to process almost any soil, no matter how heavy and viscous it is. These include motoboks,,. In addition, the capture width of heavy walk-behind tractors can be more than 90 centimeters, which allows you to quickly process large areas land - up to one hectare, in a short time.
Such walk-behind tractors are most often used as a freight transport, because they can be used to transport large loads without overloading the engine.
Also, they are great for modification into a mini tractor - thanks to the large size of the body and a convenient control system, which is not difficult to convert from levers to a steering wheel, and a powerful engine easily drives an additional axle without losing productivity.
As for attachments, such models are equipped with almost everything necessary for carrying out field work any type and under any conditions. In addition, all the missing parts and parts can be made to them, for example, lugs.
These are metal wheels with special blades that allow the walk-behind tractor to “lift” the downed dense and very dry ground without stopping and unnecessary maneuvering. At the same time, all work is done only due to the engine and weight, without the need to take the walk-behind tractor in tow.
The drive resource for heavy walk-behind tractors is also much larger. than less powerful types, because due to the high cost of this technique, only reliable materials with great strength and wear resistance are used for its manufacture.
The best domestic manufacturers of motoblock models
And yet, which walk-behind tractors are the best and most reliable, which domestic walk-behind tractor is better? Again, there is no clear answer, because it all depends on what goals you are pursuing by purchasing a walk-behind tractor.
FROM certain tasks completely different walk-behind tractors cope, and where the heavy one will be good, the light one will not even pass, and both other types cannot be compared with the middle one.
Modern garden plots constantly need up-to-date and high-quality horticultural equipment. With cordless garden sprayer. You get a lot of work done with minimal effort.
On the streets of modern cities, you will no longer surprise anyone with the presence of various snowplows. all about the mobility and ease of operation of the Champion 656 snow blower.
But if it’s not even about classes and power, then it’s about small details - one has excellent driving performance, but its clutch constantly flies out, the second one is reliable and rarely breaks, but the transmission jammed at one moment requires a major overhaul.
The third is superior in every way, but consumes so much fuel that on the way to the field it is necessary to refuel before starting work.
But still, among walk-behind tractors, especially domestic ones, you can find excellent products that are popular precisely because they are perfectly balanced, it is a pleasure for owners to use them.
These are successful models that are in demand in the market.
Motoblock brand Belarus-09-N, MTZ
Motoblock Belarus-09-N, MTZ is heavy walk-behind tractor, multifunctional unit with a beautiful modern design and good performance. First of all, this walk-behind tractor was created in such a way as to facilitate its repair as much as possible.
To hit with a hammer on any part of it, you do not need to remove anything - all nodes are located in such a way that they can be easily reached. It is equipped with modern and high-quality equipment - a 9 horsepower Honda GX270 gasoline engine, which is known for its reliability.
The gearbox of this walk-behind tractor has six speeds, two of which are reverse, and a power take-off shaft, which allows you to use the walk-behind tractor to control a water pump and even a circular saw.
High-quality Russian-made UgraNMB-1N13
Motoblock Ugra NMB-1N13 is a medium walk-behind tractor, weighing 90 kilograms and with a capacity of 6 horsepower. The Japanese engine copes well with loads, and the power take-off shaft allows you to attach it to a variety of equipment.
Despite the fact that very often there were complaints about design flaws and frequent breakdowns, this walk-behind tractor has become one of the most purchased in Russia, thanks to affordable price and ease of repair. And as for the faults - they are not critical and are easily fixed.
Diesel or petrol - comparison
What else you need to know before choosing which walk-behind tractor is better - a gasoline or diesel engine. The bottom line is that both have advantages and disadvantages, and each is attractive in its own way. But you still have to choose which walk-behind tractor is better to buy diesel or gasoline
significantly more expensive than petrol and this often scares off buyers. But, if we compare them in terms of advantages, then a diesel engine is in some ways much better than a gasoline engine.
First of all, due to the absence of a carburetor, which needs constant adjustment due to vibrations, the diesel engine also has two types of cooling - air and water, while the gasoline engine is cooled only with air.
Diesels usually have more stable traction and keep the revs well. In addition, the large weight of the engine has a positive effect on the operation of the walk-behind tractor, because the heavier it is, the easier it is to work with it. And most importantly, compared to a gasoline engine, it consumes significantly less fuel.
Petrol engines, in turn, are much cheaper than diesel engines. In addition, their repairs and maintenance are cheaper which is very attractive for budget options for walk-behind tractors. The gasoline engine runs stably at high speeds, and idling does not cause wear and tear.
In addition, gasoline walk-behind tractors easily start up in any weather, both in heat and frost - there is no need to purchase additional devices in order to heat up fuel that has thickened in the cold. Also, they are much less noisy and produce less vibration during operation - they are much easier for a beginner to handle.
The best
Only you decide which walk-behind tractor is the best for you. Based on what area and what type of soil it will work on, what power it should develop, the choice will not be so difficult, having all the necessary knowledge.
It will also not be difficult to figure out what advantages you will get using one or another type of walk-behind tractor, knowing exactly what kind of work they are best suited for.
Conclusion
In any case, no matter which walk-behind tractor you choose for use at home, any of them will definitely simplify your life. Each such device has great potential and is suitable for performing many functions, in addition to its direct purpose - cultivating the soil.
Any good owner can easily figure out where and how best to use a walk-behind tractor no matter what type it is.
Country life appeals to many, except clean air, and also the opportunity to get at their disposal a land plot for growing crops. However, high-quality processing land is always a very hard work associated with considerable physical effort. Wielding only "faithful assistants": a shovel, a rake, a hoe, it is extremely difficult to achieve serious results, especially if the area is still not the size of a "handkerchief". Moreover, modern man has also learned to value time - far from everyone likes to give all daylight hours without a trace only to work in the garden.
What to do? From time to time, for a fee, driving real heavy agricultural machinery to your site can be economically unprofitable, and often completely impossible. But there is a way out - a walk-behind tractor will help in cultivating the land.
The emergence and wide distribution of such mechanisms, without much exaggeration, can be called a kind of revolution in individual agricultural activity. But in order for the technique not to fail, to fully justify the funds invested in it, it must be chosen correctly. Therefore, it was washed away to highlight the question - which is better to buy a walk-behind tractor for specific conditions operation.
First of all - what is meant by the concept of "walk-behind tractor".
This is a self-propelled agricultural machine on a single-axle chassis, equipped with a mechanical drive that creates a draft and working force. Passive equipment is installed on the walk-behind tractor (working only from movement) or active (implying the rotation of the working mechanism) type of different functionality. The number of possible agrotechnical functions depends on the class of the walk-behind tractor and the degree of its equipment.
Prices for popular walk-behind tractors
In a word, it can be considered, with some degree of conventionality, a mini-tractor that allows you to perform agricultural work in those conditions when the use of large equipment is unprofitable, unproductive or completely impossible.
The working or draft force is created on the walk-behind tractor using the installed engine.
- They are not particularly widespread, but still on sale are walk-behind tractors with electric motor. It would be more accurate to call them cultivators, since their functionality is small, limited to surface tillage and weed control. However, for small plotslocated in the immediate vicinity of the house, they are quite suitable. Moreover, it is difficult to do without them for those who are engaged in greenhouse farming. Use indoors a walk-behind tractor with an engine internal combustion, that is, with the exhaust of combustion products of fuel - still far from the most reasonable option.
Naturally, to work with such equipment, it is necessary to provide for a connection to the mains. The power cord trailing behind the unit presents a lot of inconvenience to the worker, especially since it “adjacents” to sharp rotating cutters. This disadvantage is eliminated in models of electric cultivators equipped with a battery-powered engine.
No words - very comfortable. However, the functionality is low, limited only by surface tillage in a very small strip. And the duration of work from one charge is very limited - usually does not exceed an hour. That is, in the role of a serious agrotechnical machine, it is still not worth considering such units.
- by the most widespread and popular consumers are walk-behind tractors with gasoline engines.
On light vehicles of this purpose, two-stroke engines are more often installed, requiring special fuel preparation (mixing in a certain proportion with engine oil).
The advantages of two-stroke engines can be considered their compactness, simplicity of design, unpretentiousness. But they are still not designed for a long-term serious load. This predetermines the limited functions of walk-behind tractors with a similar drive.
Four-stroke are used in medium and heavy class walk-behind tractors that allow the use of attachments that require power take-off. More complex device, separate system lubricants, a significantly higher price. But on the other hand, the possibility of developing considerable efforts is already completely different indicators in terms of the permissible duration and variety of operations performed.
It is motoblocks with a four-stroke gasoline engine that can be called the most popular among land owners.
The common advantages of all gasoline engines include unpretentiousness in operation in all weather conditions, including at negative air temperatures.
- The most powerful, and at the same time - demonstrating top scores profitability in work are walk-behind tractors with diesel engines installed on them.
This technique has a very impressive motor resource. No other walk-behind tractor can be compared with a diesel one in terms of fuel efficiency, that is, in terms of the work done, recalculated per unit of energy.
The unique ability of diesel engines is the possibility of stable operation at low speeds with the development of high tractive effort, which is especially important when processing "heavy" soils. As a rule, such walk-behind tractors are monofunctional machines with a power take-off system and the ability to installation of a variety of equipment for various purposes.
The disadvantages of diesel drives are the complexity of maintenance, which requires an exceptionally qualified approach. A well-known problem of diesel engines is the difficulty of starting at low temperatures. But the main thing that limits their wide distribution is the high cost. That is, the acquisition of such a walk-behind tractor should be fully justified economically, and it will make sense with the constant cultivation of large plots of land. In fact, similar units can already be attributed to mini-tractors.
Conditional classification of walk-behind tractors by purpose
The range of walk-behind tractors offered to consumers is very wide. Diversity can be seen in everything - dimensions, weight, power and type of engine, the presence of available functions and the possibility of their expansion, cost, and etc.. And if the owners of the land plot came to the idea of the need to purchase such equipment, then it is necessary to clearly outline the planned circle of its “duties” in advance.
There is a conditional division of walk-behind tractors into several classes that determine the scope of their application.
- The "lower step" is occupied by ultra-light walk-behind tractors. Although, of course, in terms of operational capabilities, it would be more correct to attribute them only to motor cultivators, since the very concept of “block” implies the presence of wide functionality.
Such machines usually do not exceed 15 ÷ 20 kg in weight, are equipped with two-stroke engines with a capacity of up to 3 horsepower. Their usual “weapons” are cutters for shallow (no more than 80 ÷ 100 mm) surface tillage - loosening, weeding. Mills are established coaxially with wheels. However, for many models of this class, wheel travel is not provided at all. Switching speeds, as a rule, there is no, that is, they work in the same mode.
The width of processing by such cultivators is about 200 ÷ 300 mm, which allows you to work well between the beds.
Such units are quite compact, which allows you to even transport them in public transport, that is, take them with you to a suburban area as needed. Prices are in an affordable range, but the motor resource does not differ in duration. That is, a good assistant for an amateur gardener, but one should not expect any miracles or real help from him, for example, during spring plowing.
- Light motor cultivators have a mass of up to 40 kilograms, and the power of their gasoline drive can already reach up to 4 horsepower.
The functionality of such units is also not particularly outstanding. Nevertheless, the depth of soil processing can already reach up to 150 mm, and the width in one pass - from 400 to 600 mm. On soft soils, this even makes it possible to dig up before the spring planting of vegetable crops, effectively and without offering great effort to fight weeds. That is, such a cultivator is already becoming a very effective assistant on a well-kept plot of several acres.
Often, units of this class already have a wheel drive, which in some cases allows the use of trailed equipment. For example, it can be a hiller or a small plowshare for cutting furrows.
In light walk-behind tractors, several gears may already be provided, however, reverse (reverse), usually, no. This is compensated by the presence of a front handle that allows the worker to move the cultivator back if necessary.
Motor resource of engines is small - usually within 300 hours. However, two-stroke gasoline engines are fairly easy to repair with the replacement of major parts. More weak point can be considered a reducer. For many models, it has a non-separable design with plain bearings, and does not withstand heavy loads for a long time. In this regard, collapsible gearboxes show themselves better, which allow regular maintenance - lubrication of rolling bearings, replacement of anthers and seals. The durability of such units can be significantly longer - three to four times.
But all the same, it is difficult to consider such equipment as a serious help to those who are either professionally engaged in agriculture or give most of their free time to work on the site.
- Motoblocks of the middle class can already be considered as fully functional equipment capable of performing many agricultural operations. The mass of such machines is up to 100 kg, and the drive power (most often gasoline, although diesel models are also found) reaches 6 ÷ 7 horsepower.
Due to the considerable mass and solid drive power, the cutters of such walk-behind tractors are capable of processing the soil to a depth of 250 ÷ 300 mm, capturing a strip of 800 ÷ 900 mm in one go. Vibration during operation is no longer as sensitive as in light class machines. Naturally, where more reliable they also have a power transmission - a gearbox.
Most often, such walk-behind tractors already have several speeds for moving forward and reverse. The presence of a powerful frame and pneumatic wheels with a characteristic tractor tread allows you to work on loose soil, use trailed passive equipment - a plow, a hiller, a potato digger, a harrow, andetc.. In most models, an additional geared power take-off mechanism is provided (most often through a belt drive). This makes it possible to use some types of detachable equipment that require torque to operate - for example, seeders, mowers, etc.
Such walk-behind tractors are quite suitable for those owners who are seriously engaged in agricultural work on quite decent plots of several tens of acres.
- In terms of their functionality, heavy walk-behind tractors can already be seriously considered as professional equipment, a kind of mini-tractor capable of performing a large amount of work for a long time.
The mass of such units exceeds 100 kg, which is of decisive importance for agricultural machinery. Naturally, such weight characteristics require an appropriate drive. Thus, the power of internal combustion engines (diesel or four-stroke gasoline) is at least 8 ÷ 10, and sometimes reaches 16 or more horsepower. The strip of one pass during plowing or cultivation can exceed 1000 mm.
The powerful frame of the walk-behind tractor is always equipped with a reliable towing device. This makes it possible to use heavy trailed mechanisms for deep tillage - plowshares or disc plows, harrows, potato diggers. The use of a special trolley allows you to turn the walk-behind tractor into vehicle for the transportation of quite solid goods.
High drive power is combined with the presence of several forward and reverse speeds. This allows you to choose the most economical and productive mode of operation, depending on the condition of the soil and on the operation being performed. The mandatory presence of a power take-off ensures the versatility of the walk-behind tractor, which can be used, in addition to purely agricultural functions, as a sweeper, a motor pump, a sprayer, a snow blower with a dump bucket or a rotary mechanism, a garden shredder and even a wood splitter.
The only conditional disadvantage of heavy walk-behind tractors is the high cost. The acquisition will be justified if the cultivation of the land is the main occupation of the owners and is carried out on a fairly large area - from a hectare or more. But in such areas it is simply unrealistic to achieve anything serious by hand, so one cannot do without such equipment. In addition, such machines are widely used in public utilities.
Criteria for choosing a walk-behind tractor for individual use.
When choosing a walk-behind tractor, the future owner must be able to evaluate his purchase, guided by certain criteria.
- It is clear that first you need to decide on the class of the walk-behind tractor:
If processing is expected small area right next to the house or in the country, about several acres, then it makes no sense to purchase an expensive powerful unit. An ultra-light model with a working width of up to 300 mm with a power of a couple of “horses” will be quite enough. This will allow you to easily maneuver between the beds, carrying out surface cultivation of the soil or weeding. And spring or autumn digging a small area can be done manually. Multiple speeds are not required.
For plots of up to 20 acres, it will already be more expedient to purchase a light cultivator capable of processing a strip of up to 600 mm per pass, with a power of up to 3 ÷ 3.5 horsepower.
A territory up to 60 acres will require a walk-behind tractor with higher capabilities - this is about 4 hp. power and 800 mm processing strip. Such units are already characterized by the presence of several speeds when moving in the forward direction and in reverse.
For processing a land plot with an area of up to a hectare, a middle-class walk-behind tractor with a power of up to 6 ÷ 7 hp and a processing width of up to 900 mm is enough. Lack of weight when working on loose soil or when deep plowing is necessary can be compensated for by installing metal wheels with lugs or using special weighting agents.
Finally, when professionally cultivating land on an area of more than a hectare, it will be difficult to do without a really heavy walk-behind tractor - a mini-tractor.
- The working volume of the engine, of course, is directly related to its power and to the developed effort on the processing tools used. On sale there are models with a volume of 50 to 450 cm³. and the transmitted force increases with volume. So, engines with 130 "cubes" can create a torque force of about 6 Nm, and if the engine has a volume of about 300 cm³, then this force increases to 20 Nm, which is a very significant value that allows processing dense soils over a large area.
- Engine start system. in light class walk-behind tractors, usually - without options, that is, a manual starter with an exhaust cable. For units of medium and heavy classes, an electric starter with a start key on the control handle is often installed. Handy, of course, especially when frequent shutdowns are required, and especially necessary for diesel engines.
But the presence of an electric starter also implies the presence of a charged battery, and often also a generator for recharging. All this complicates the design, and makes it more expensive. However, there are models with a manual starter, which optionally provide for the installation of an electric one, so you can take, as they say, "for the future."
- An important selection parameter is the type of transmission, that is, the mechanism for transmitting torque from the engine to the working bodies of the walk-behind tractor.
- On light class units, a gear-worm scheme is most often used. In fact, these are two combined gearboxes, with the upper transmission of rotation from the engine - gear, and the lower, cutter or wheel - worm. The clutch system, as a rule, is made on the principle of a centrifugal clutch, which is activated when the engine speed is increased, that is, in fact, it is not controlled by anything else.
- Motoblocks of the middle class are usually equipped with belt, gear or chain gears (their combinations are possible). The circuit is quite reliable and productive, available for adjustment, preventive work and repair. The clutch system may be a belt drive with a pressure roller.
— Finally, for heavy walk-behind tractors use either a chain or even a purely gear transmission system that can withstand maximum torque forces. And the clutch system is often almost completely similar to a car - that is, with a release clutch and discs.
In any case, it will be optimal to choose a transmission that can be repaired. The non-separable gearboxes that are installed on some models, alas, do not differ in reliability, and can become a considerable problem and an extra loss of a lot of money.
- If the walk-behind tractor is purchased "with an eye" for the use of mounted active equipment, then you should contact Special attention to the power take-off system. Basically, there are two main varieties.
- Power take-off is carried out through a special pulley, on which there is a free dedicated stream for installing a belt drive.
- The power take-off system through the gearbox shaft is considered to be more perfect and safer in operation.
Naturally, all probably the equipment should correspond to the transmission system. That is, to have either a “reciprocal” pulley in a belt drive, or a system for connecting to a shaft, directly or through a cardan.
By the way, the diameter of the shaft is also very important. So, models of both the walk-behind tractors themselves and attachments for diameters of 25 and 30 mm are produced.
- The purchase of attachments is a separate “song”, and is already carried out in accordance with the planned agrotechnical or general business operations. But if there are already certain ideas on this score, then when choosing a walk-behind tractor, you should immediately clarify whether it is possible to use the appropriate units with it.
- It is worth paying attention to the diameter and thickness of the wheel treads. This will be of particular importance if the work is planned to be carried out on loose soil. The wider the wheels, the smaller the self-burrowing» into the ground the unit itself. It never hurts to have a pair on hand metal wheels with grousers.
- You should evaluate the convenience of working with a walk-behind tractor - the location of the controls (start, accelerator, gear shift, etc.), accessibility to them during operation. It is very good if it is possible to adjust the control handles - in height (for precise adjustment to the height of the worker), and to the sides, if the operations are associated with the movement of the operator to the left or right.
- It should be correctly understood that working with walk-behind tractors is not at all an “easy walk” across the field, and it still requires a certain physical readiness of the worker. For example, sometimes it takes a lot of effort to turn or turn the car, to “pull” it if it suddenly starts to “sink” in the ground. And this means that, if possible, you should choose models with several speeds in forward motion, at least one in reverse. A very good addition for medium and heavy walk-behind tractors is the differential release system. That is, when changing direction, it is possible to block the left or right wheel to facilitate the execution of a turn or turn.
- High-quality walk-behind tractors are equipped with "self-defense" systems, for example, emergency shutdown of the engine in case of insufficient oil level or overheating.
- Surely a thoughtful buyer will be interested in warranty obligations for the selected equipment, the availability or availability of spare parts, and the development of the service system in the region.
- An ambiguous question is which is better, domestic or imported models. Motoblocks of well-known Western manufacturers are famous for good quality assembly, reliable mechanics. But they may show "capriciousness" to the quality of the fuel. In addition, their price is much higher.
Motoblocks domestic production less whimsical to the quality of gasoline or diesel fuel, more affordable. But the motor resource can already be lower, however, this often pays off with the availability of components and the low complexity of repair and restoration work. Models under the brands Neva (St. Petersburg) and Salyut (Moscow) are very popular. Fully deserves all the trust technique "Belarus"
By the way, domestic walk-behind tractors with installed high-quality engines are in good demand. foreign companies, for example "Robin SUBARU EX" , "Lifan" , "Hitachi" , "B&S".
Some foreign partners organized the production of walk-behind tractors in Russia, adapting the model range as much as possible to the specifics of our conditions. In particular, in Voronezh motoblocks of the famous German brand "Sun Garden" are produced, in Dzerzhinsk - the plant "Hitachi" operates.
A brief overview of popular models of cultivators and walk-behind tractors of various classes.
Super light and light class models
- "Hyundai T 1500E"
Electric motor cultivator, the easiest to use, quite suitable for processing a small adjoining plot or for working in a greenhouse
Main characteristics:
- Weight - 13.5 kg.
- Electric drive power - 1500 W;
- Width of the processing strip in one pass - 300 mm;
— The number of cutters is four.
– Depth of tillage – 150 mm.
— Adjustment of the operating handle on height.
- Wheel drive (without wheel drive).
- Number of gears - one forward.
— approximate price- 7200 rubles.
Prices for the Hyundai T 1500E walk-behind tractor
Advantages of the model:
— Convenience in work that does not require physical effort, accessible even to people of retirement age.
- High maneuverability.
— Wide processing band for models of this class.
- No exhaust gases, fairly quiet operation.
- Very affordable price.
Noted disadvantages:
- An extension cord is required, which has to be constantly monitored during work.
- Lack of reverse.
- There is a lack of power.
- Champion GC 243 »
Model of Russian development, Chinese assembly. Quite acceptable and inexpensive helper for a small area
- Weight in working position - 18.2 kg.
- Two-stroke gasoline engine with a capacity of 1.7 hp ., with a volume of 42.2 cm³.
- Width of the processing strip - 235 mm.
— Depth of processing — 200 mm.
- Clutch - uncontrolled, centrifugal clutch.
- Reducer - worm.
- Fuel tank capacity - 1.3 l.
- Approximate cost - 9500 rubles.
Noted advantages:
- Low price.
- Ease of operation, ease of use and clarity in management even for inexperienced users.
- Easy engine start.
Mentioned disadvantages:
- Pretty strong vibration.
- Often there is an unimportant adjustment of the centrifugal clutch.
- Does not take dense soil, that is, it is good for previously cultivated beds.
— Small set of functions.
— There are many complaints about the build quality.
- "Caliber MK-3.5 B&S"
Lightweight cultivator with high quality engine. Model - Russian, production - China.
Caliber MK-3.5 B&S is a reliable assistant in small well-groomed areas
The main characteristics of the motor cultivator:
- Weight in working position - 29.5 kg.
- Engine - gasoline four-stroke, Briggs & Stratton, 3.5 hp.
– Processing width with two installed cutters – 380 mm.
– Depth of processing – 250 mm.
- Number of gears - one forward.
- Reducer - worm.
- Fuel tank capacity - 0.8 l.
– Approximate price – from 16500 rubles.
Advantages of the model:
— Excellent engine, easy to start and stable in operation at any speed.
— Existence of a coulter for installation of depth of processing of the soil.
- Convenient wheeled trolley.
- Compact, fits in the trunk passenger car- sedan.
Noted disadvantages:
- For dense soil - very light, starts to vibrate and jump. Shows its qualities on previously well-treated areas. In the roots of the shrub "gets stuck"
- Cutters are not too ...
- The gearbox is heated even with a not particularly heavy load.
- No reverse gear.
middle class models
- "Salute 5L-6.5"
A good sample of domestic quality and excellent performance.
Main characteristics:
- Weight in working position - 76 kg.
- Engine - gasoline four-stroke company "Lifan", with a volume of 195 cm³, a power of 6.5 hp.
– Processing width in one pass – from 300 to 860 mm.
– Depth of processing – up to 250 mm.
- Clutch - belt ., with a pressure roller.
- Reducer - gear.
- Gearbox type - mechanical speed.
- Possibility of power take-off through a belt pulley.
- Pneumatic wheels.
- Fuel tank capacity - 3.6 liters.
– Approximate price – from 28000 rub.
Advantages of a walk-behind tractor:
Convenience in management, a possibility of installation of steering handles in position, optimum for the user.
— Excellent cross-country wheels.
- Easy engine start.
— Variation in the number of cutters.
— Reliability in work.
Flaws:
Although the model cannot be called new, and users do not indicate any special shortcomings for its long-term operation. There are a couple of comments on the quality of the drive belts (if they are Chinese). But after replacing them with domestic ones, the claims disappeared.
Prices for walk-behind tractor Salyut 5L-6.5
Cultivator Salyut 5L-6.5
- "Neva MB-2 B-6.5 Pro"
Another example of a solid, competitive domestic model.
Motoblock "Neva MB-2 B-6.5 Pro" is an excellent choice for amateurs and professionals
- Weight in working position - 93 kg.
- Engine - four-stroke gasoline, Briggs & Stratton, Vanguard 6.5 model. Power 6.5 HP with a volume of 205 cm³. manual starter, air cooling.
– Depth of tillage – 250 mm.
— The width of the processing strip is up to 1270 mm.
- Number of gears - 4 forward and 2 back.
- Reducer - chain.
- Gearbox - mechanical speed.
- Power take-off - via belt pulley .
— Ability to unlock the differential.
- Adjustment of handles in height and position
- The volume of the fuel tank - 3.6 liters.
— Wide pneumatic wheels.
– Approximate price – from 40000 rub.
Advantages of the model:
- High build quality.
— Excellent engine.
— Heritage power indicators.
— Possibility of transportation in a trailer trolley up to 400 kg of cargo.
Noted deficiencies.
— Claims to the quality of belts.
- Not quite convenient gear shifting and fuel damper ("gas") control.
- There are angry comments about the not quite thought out gear shifting system.
- "Patriot Ural"
The products of the former American brand, now owned by Russia, are a high-quality, productive middle-class walk-behind tractor.
The main characteristics of the walk-behind tractor:
- Weight - 78 kg.
- Engine - gasoline four-stroke, P175 FС, volume 220 cm³, power 7.8 hp, manual starter, air cooling.
– Processing width – up to 900 mm.
– Plowing depth – up to 300 mm.
- Number of gears - 4 forward and 2 back.
- Reducer - chain type, in a cast iron housing.
- Clutch - belt.
- Possibility of power take-off through a pulley.
- Wheel diameter - 480 mm.
- Mudguards to protect the worker.
- Approximate cost - from 34000 rub.
Noted advantages:
- Reinforced frame protecting the engine from above and from the sides.
— Convenient design of the coupling device.
- Very convenient arrangement of controls, the ability to adjust the handles in height and position.
- Highly interesting price for motoblocks of this class, against the background of the high quality of the model.
- High cross-country wheel travel.
Flaws:
There were no complaints about the walk-behind tractor itself. But there are questions about the quality of the assembly of regular cutters. It will be useful to tighten them all threaded connections before initial use.
Video: Bringing the Patriot Ural walk-behind tractor to operational readiness
Motoblocks of a heavy class
- CARVER MT-900DE
Powerful heavy walk-behind tractor of Russian design.
The main characteristics of the model:
- Weight in working condition - 173 kg.
- Weima four-stroke diesel engine, 406 cm³, 9 hp.
— Depth of plowing soil — up to 350 mm.
— The width of the processing strip in one pass is from 800 to 1200 mm.
- Gear reducer.
- The number of gears - two forward and one back.
- Connection of active attachments through the power take-off shaft.
- Electric starter.
- Approximate cost - from 57000 rub.
— Excellent power indicators when plowing even very heavy soils.
- Convenient control system.
— Stable operation of the engine at low speeds.
— Well thought-out system of protection of the engine and the worker.
- Detachable gearbox.
Noted deficiencies.
- Pretty high difficulty self assembly walk-behind tractor after its delivery from the store.
— There is no mechanism for unlocking the differential.
- Aurora SPACE-YARD 1350D
Heavy diesel walk-behind tractor of Russian design and Russian or Chinese production (both options are found).
The main characteristics of the model:
- Weight in working position - 170 kg.
- Engine - diesel four-stroke, 406 cm³, 9 hp.
- Electric starter, battery with a capacity of 36 Ah.
- The number of gears - two forward and one back.
– Depth of tillage – up to 300 mm.
— The width of the processing strip is from 850 to 1350 mm.
— Quantity of standard cutters – up to 40 pcs. collected in blocks of 8 pcs.
- The volume of the fuel tank - 5 liters.
- Connection of mounted active equipment - through the power take-off shaft.
- Approximate cost - 65000 rub.
The noted advantages of the model:
- Excellent wheel travel with high cross-country ability.
- Convenient location of controls with the ability to adjust the height and position of the handles.
- Excellent performance on dense and virgin soils.
Flaws:
The disadvantages are insignificant, but still:
- There is a low quality of the external color of the parts of the walk-behind tractor.
- Noise in operation, somewhat higher than that of other similar diesel walk-behind tractors.
— Lack of differential unlock mechanism.
- Slightly increased consumption of engine oil.
As the reader probably noticed, in the review of models, the main emphasis was on walk-behind tractors Russian production. Nothing strange - a high-quality professional-class unit will cost only 30 ÷ 50 thousand rubles. Whereas, for example, the walk-behind tractor of the French company Caiman (yes, indeed, this is a very cool technique) with about the same functionality exceeds the cost of 200 thousand. There is something to think about!
And at the end of the publication, it will probably be interesting for the reader to look at comparative review three popular models motoblocks.
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