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The presence of a land plot is not only harvesting and rest, but also constant and painstaking work that is performed daily. It is possible to process the site with its small size manually, but when the dimensions are significant, then technical assistants cannot be dispensed with. Among the most popular types of equipment, it is worth noting a walk-behind tractor and a motor cultivator. The latter, not so popular, since it cannot boast of a variety of huge functionality, like a walk-behind tractor.
Unit features
Among the main functions of a walk-behind tractor that are in demand and that every owner of a large plot of land would like to have for their equipment is tillage, which consists of such work as plowing, harrowing, hilling, planting root crops and digging them out, lawn care, cleaning the territory .
A walk-behind tractor is a kind of tractor with smaller dimensions, the movement of which is carried out using a chassis on one axle. The unit is controlled by means of a steering wheel, which is operated by the operator.
Selection rules
In order for the selected walk-behind tractor to optimally fit all the criteria, you should be guided by the following parameters when choosing equipment:
- Unit power. It can vary from 3.5 to 10 liters. With. In this case, the area of the treated area, the type of soil and the types of proposed work should be taken into account. For a plot whose area does not exceed 15 acres, you can choose a walk-behind tractor with a capacity of up to 4 liters. With. For a plot with sizes up to half a hectare, you can limit yourself to an aggregate of 6,5-7 liters. With. For large plot sizes, preference should be given to the most powerful walk-behind tractors. Do not forget that for a land plot larger than 4 hectares, it is unprofitable to use a walk-behind tractor.
- Motoblock weight. It should be chosen depending on the type of soil. For plowed, light soil, you can limit yourself to light models up to 70 kg. To process a heavy clay surface, you need a walk-behind tractor about 1 centner in weight. The processing of virgin soil assumes the heaviness of the unit (about 120 kg).
- The presence of elements for attachments. The power take-off shaft significantly increases the set of functions that a walk-behind tractor can have;
- Engine. The reliability of the engine largely determines the efficiency of the unit. Motoblocks are equipped with both diesel and gasoline engines. The latter work well in all weather conditions and are not afraid of low temperatures;
- Large wheels that are able to pass on any road.
The criteria for choosing a walk-behind tractor are described in more detail in the video:
Manufacturers Overview
The market of manufacturers who offer walk-behind tractors is quite extensive. The owners left the most enthusiastic and positive reviews about such brands:
Bison
Motoblocks of this brand are offered both on gasoline and with a diesel engine. Their main difference from competitors is high-power units with a small weight of the walk-behind tractor, which are designed for large amounts of work (power varies from 5 to 12 hp). Among competitors, it is in the middle price segment and at the same time has a good price / quality ratio.
Centaur
Motoblocks of this brand are represented by units from 6 to 13 liters. with., and can have both gasoline and diesel engines. Almost all models of the line are distinguished by high-speed movement, with a sufficiently high efficiency of tillage.
Centaur MB 1080 D has an extended gearbox that allows you to choose the optimal speed for specific jobs, and a halogen lamp allows you to work at night.
Oka
Motoblocks under this name are produced by a domestic manufacturer. According to its technical characteristics, the unit can compete with foreign analogues. Each owner of this type of Oka brand equipment can say that reliability and traction characteristics are at a high level.
Cascade
High reliability combined with multifunctionality are the key characteristics of this manufacturer, while all walk-behind tractors are easy to operate, ergonomic and have a large number of additional functions. Various modifications of engines of both foreign and domestic production can be installed on this equipment.
Patriot
Optimal for large and medium plots, where the scope of work is not limited to simple planting and harvesting. And the reliable and powerful engines that Patriot walk-behind tractors are equipped with make it easy to move trailed equipment, as well as perform such types of work that are performed by devices connected to the power take-off shaft.
Salute 100
The unit of such a plan is suitable for processing a medium-sized area. It is distinguished by ease of control, due to a shift in the center of gravity of the structure, which favorably distinguishes this walk-behind tractor from others similar in price. Test drive of the Salyut-100 model is presented in the video
Ugra
Motoblocks of this brand are one of the leaders in sales among similar equipment for summer cottages and medium-sized plots. They are equipped with units from 6 to 9 horses, which are distinguished by high reliability and durability. Availability and ubiquity of service makes this brand popular.
Agate
Small in size and having a low cost in its class, Agat walk-behind tractors have good traction characteristics, given that these mechanisms are easy to operate and have a simple design. One of the most popular is the Agat HMD-6,5 model, which is equipped with a diesel engine and a low gear. And in combination with low fuel consumption, it will become indispensable in any household plot.
Cayman
Motoblocks of this company are produced by a -French manufacturing company, and have proven themselves well among competitors. The best choice would be such a walk-behind tractor for a summer residence, or a small plot of about 15 acres, which can be successfully processed, for example, Quatro Junior V2 60S TWK, which allows you to attach almost any type of attachment to the unit.
Aurora
The Aurora walk-behind tractor is an excellent choice for those who want to get a high-quality and reliable light or medium type unit for little money. Among the models that are in demand among summer residents and farmers are the Aurora GARDENER 750 and Aurora SPACE-YARD 1050D, which boast economical fuel consumption, the ability to connect many additional units and affordability.
Favorite
The versatility of the design and good cross-country ability are typical for models of this brand. The external resemblance to the Salyut walk-behind tractors predetermines such a criterion as traction power and engine reliability. This brand embodies the advantages inherent in the specified brand, as well as refined some of its shortcomings.
Ray
The simplicity of design and ease of repair of such a unit, combined with controllability and power acceptable for processing a home site, makes the Luch brand popular. A good example showing how the Luch walk-behind tractor works is shown in the video:
Champion
Motoblocks Champion is the undoubted leader among other manufacturers of agricultural machinery. The most common and in demand walk-behind tractors of this company are among heavy units that are designed for processing virgin soil.
Work with a walk-behind tractor shown in video:
Conclusion
The table summarizes the most popular walk-behind tractors
Category | Model | engine’s type | Price |
Light motoblocks | Aurora GARDENER 750 | Petrol | 26-27 000 rubles |
Champion GC243 | Petrol | 10 -11 000 rubles | |
Medium motoblocks | Aurora SPACE-YARD 1050D | diesel | 58 – 59 000 rubles |
Agate HMD-6,5 | diesel | 28-30 000 rubles | |
Heavy motoblocks | Belarus 09N-01 | Petrol | 75 -80 000 rubles |
Ugra NMB-1H13 | Petrol | 43 – 45 000 rubles |
You should choose a walk-behind tractor depending on the tasks that it will perform, so it’s impossible to say for sure which one is better. In each case, all factors and parameters should be taken into account. But the fact that the walk-behind tractor is indispensable in home gardening and can provide significant assistance in processing and planting, as well as other agricultural work, is undeniable.