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Having a plot of land means not only harvesting and relaxation, but also constant and painstaking work that is done every day. If the area is small, you can process it manually, but when the dimensions are significant, you cannot do without technical assistants. Among the most popular types of equipment, it is worth noting the walk-behind tractor and the walk-behind cultivator. The latter is not as 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 in his equipment is soil cultivation, which consists of such work as plowing, harrowing, hilling, planting root crops and digging them up, lawn care, cleaning the territory .
A walk-behind tractor is a unique type of tractor with smaller dimensions, the movement of which is carried out using a chassis on one axis. The unit is controlled by the steering wheel, which is operated by the operator.
Selection rules
In order for the selected walk-behind tractor to optimally meet 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 power of up to 4 hp. With. For an allotment with dimensions of up to half a hectare, you can limit yourself to a unit 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 whose size exceeds 4 hectares, using a walk-behind tractor is unprofitable.
- Walk-behind tractor weight. It should be selected depending on the type of soil. For tilled, 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 weighing about 1 quintal. Processing virgin soil requires the heaviness of the unit (about 120 kg).
- Availability of elements for attachments. The power take-off shaft significantly increases the range of functions that a walk-behind tractor can have;
- Engine. The reliability of the engine largely determines the efficiency of the unit. Walk-behind tractors are equipped with both diesel and gasoline engines. The latter work well in any weather conditions and are not afraid of low temperatures;
- Large wheels that can go on any road.
The criteria for choosing a walk-behind tractor are described in more detail in the video:
Review of manufacturers
The market of manufacturers who offer walk-behind tractors is quite extensive. The owners left the most enthusiastic and positive reviews about the following brands:
Bison
Motoblocks of this brand are offered with both gasoline and diesel engines.Their main difference from competitors is high-power units with a low weight of the walk-behind tractor, which are designed for large volumes of work (power varies from 5 to 12 hp). Among its 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. s., and can have both gasoline and diesel engines. Almost all models in the line are distinguished by high-speed movement, with fairly high tillage efficiency.
Centaur MB 1080 D has an expanded gearbox, which allows you to select the optimal speed mode for specific work, 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. Every owner of this type of Oka brand equipment can say that the 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 control, ergonomic and have a large number of additional functions. This equipment can be equipped with various modifications of engines of both foreign and domestic production.
Patriot
Optimal for large and medium-sized plots, where the scope of work is not limited to simple planting and harvesting. And the reliable and powerful engines with which Patriot walk-behind tractors are equipped make it easy to move trailed equipment, as well as perform the types of work that are performed by devices connected to the power take-off shaft.
Salute 100
A unit of this type is suitable for processing a medium-sized area. It is distinguished by ease of control, due to the displacement of the center of gravity of the structure, which distinguishes this walk-behind tractor from others of similar price. Test drive of the Salyut-100 model is presented in the video
Ugra
Walk-behind tractors of this brand are among the best-sellers 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. The availability and ubiquity of service makes this brand popular.
Agate
Small in size and low in cost in their 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 low gear. And in combination with low fuel consumption, it will become indispensable in any homestead.
Caiman
Motoblocks of this company are produced by a Russian-French manufacturing company, and have proven themselves well among competitors. The optimal choice would be such a walk-behind tractor for a summer house, or a small area of about 15 acres, which can be successfully processed, for example, by 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-sized 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
Versatility of design and good maneuverability are characteristic of models of this brand. External resemblance to Salyut walk-behind tractors predetermines such criteria as traction power and engine reliability. This brand embodies the advantages inherent in the specified brand, and also improves some of its disadvantages.
Ray
The simplicity of the design and ease of repair of such a unit, combined with controllability and power acceptable for processing a home plot, makes the Luch brand popular. A clear example showing how the Luch walk-behind tractor works is shown in the video:
Champion
Champion walk-behind tractors are the undoubted leader among other agricultural machinery manufacturers. Motoblocks from this company are the most common and in demand among heavy units that are designed for processing virgin soil.
Working with a walk-behind tractor is shown in the video:
Conclusion
The table summarizes the most popular walk-behind tractors
Category | Model | engine's type | Price |
Light walk-behind tractors | Aurora GARDENER 750 | Petrol | 26-27,000 rubles |
Champion GC243 | Petrol | 10 -11,000 rubles | |
Medium walk-behind tractors | Aurora SPACE-YARD 1050D | diesel | 58 – 59,000 rubles |
Agate KhMD-6.5 | diesel | 28-30,000 rubles | |
Heavy walk-behind tractors | Belarus 09N-01 | Petrol | 75 -80,000 rubles |
Ugra NMB-1N13 | Petrol | 43 – 45,000 rubles |
You should choose a walk-behind tractor depending on the tasks that it will perform, so it is impossible to say for sure which one is better. In each specific case, all factors and parameters should be taken into account. But the fact that a walk-behind tractor is indispensable in household farming and can provide significant assistance in processing and planting, as well as other agricultural work, is undeniable.
