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Previously, snow removal equipment was used only by municipal services. Where a large tractor could not enter, snow was removed with shovels, scrapers and other devices. Now compact equipment has been created to perform such tasks. One of these options is a mini-tractor for snow removal, which is practically impossible to do without in the northern regions.
Features of compact equipment
From the name of the tractor you can immediately determine that its feature is its compact size. In other words, this is a small analogue of large-sized equipment. Large tractors are designed for large tasks. They are powerful, but cannot be used in a small area. Mini tractors much weaker. However, for working in complex and small areas, such equipment is indispensable.
The big plus of a mini-tractor is its functionality. Many different attachments are produced for such equipment. Due to this, a tractor can dig trenches and pits, remove garbage, transport cargo, and cultivate vegetable gardens. When combined with a snow blower, the equipment is used to remove snow.
The advantage of a mini-tractor is its high maneuverability, maneuverability, and performance, of course, to the extent of engine power. Another important indicator is its low weight compared to its large-sized counterpart. A lightweight mini-tractor will not crush thin paving slabs and other decorative coverings on a sidewalk or square.
Range of equipment on the domestic market
Now any ordinary consumer can purchase a mini-tractor snow blower on the domestic market. Manufacturers offer a large selection of models that differ in technical characteristics, design and cost. Japanese models are considered the most reliable, maneuverable, and easy to use. However, their cost sometimes goes beyond a reasonable limit.
The average consumer gives more preference to domestic producers. The following brands of equipment are popular: “Uralets”, “Xintai”, “Bulat”. In terms of the quality of parts and assembly, mini-tractors are not much inferior to their imported counterparts, but are several times cheaper.
It is also worth mentioning Chinese manufacturers. It is now impossible to imagine our market without their technology. Among the popular mini-snow tractors are the following brands: “Jinma”, “Shifeng”, and also “Dongfeng”. The equipment is sold in the same price category as domestic models and has good technical characteristics and ease of use.
Scope of application of mini-snow tractors
It is impossible to specifically highlight the area of application of mini-snow tractors.The equipment is in demand in all industrial and agricultural sectors, construction sites, public utilities, and private owners. Most often, mini-snow tractors are used to clean sidewalks, squares adjacent to public buildings, parking lots and other objects.
If you have snow removal equipment in your household, cleaning snow in your country house, in a large private yard and the surrounding area will become more fun than work.
In the video you can see how snow is cleared using the Uralets mini-tractor:
Snow removal attachments
You can remove snow with a mini-tractor if you use attachments. Moreover, it is not enough to just move the thick layer forward or to the side. When clearing parking lots and other public facilities, snow must be loaded into trailers for removal or moved far to the side. In addition, there are mechanisms that allow you to remove ice from the road surface. The following attachments can be used for snow removal:
- The layers of snow are collected using a snow blade. It is installed in front of the tractor.
- After passing with a plow, a thin layer of snow remains on the road, which forms ice when it melts. A brush attached to the back of the tractor helps collect these residues.
- A bucket can sometimes replace a blade, but it is more often used to load snow into a trailer.
- When it is necessary to lift and throw snow far to the side, a mounted snow blower is used.
- A grader knife can be used in combination with the blade.It is designed for cleaning roll-up on hard road surfaces.
For household work related to snow removal, only a blade is usually used. In other cases, attachments are used in combination, which depends on the task at hand.
What you need to know when choosing a mini tractor
Before purchasing a mini-tractor, you need to clearly know for what purpose you are taking it and what volumes it must cope with. Snow removal is the easiest task for this type of equipment. You just need to buy additional attachments. Any tractor model is suitable, but you need to take into account the engine power and dimensions of the equipment.
For cleaning loose snow on a private plot or paths, you can give preference to the Xingtai technique. Models XT-120 or XT-140 will do a good job. Farmers need powerful equipment. For example, it is more efficient to clear an area of more than 2 hectares of snow with the all-wheel drive Uralets 220 model.
Utilities are more suited to snow removal equipment that can operate in urban environments. This is the same “Uralets” or you can pay attention to “Jinma” and “Shifeng”. Here, for long-term operation, it is necessary that the tractor have a covered heated cabin, and the diesel engine must be quickly started by a starter.
How much does labor mechanization cost?
The price of mini-tractors is determined taking into account the brand, engine power and other technical characteristics. In general, the cost of the cheapest models starts from 170 thousand rubles. The domestic diesel "Bulat-120" with a capacity of 12 liters belongs to this price category. With. It will cost the owner 5 thousand rubles more to purchase a model with a Belarus-132N gasoline engine with a capacity of 13 hp. With.
The Husqvarna-TS338 tractor is more expensive. Price for model with 11 hp petrol engine. With. starts from 500 thousand rubles.Among the powerful equipment we can highlight the “Shibaura SX24”. The model is equipped with a 24 hp diesel engine. With. But you will have to pay at least 1.3 million rubles for such equipment.
Many models of mini snow removal tractors presented on the domestic market are designed for use in northern regions at extremely low temperatures. This technique is distinguished by its reliability and high cross-country ability.
