Mini-tractors "Scout": pros and cons, model range

Mini tractors are considered the best companion in agriculture, as they are a medium-sized and versatile device that allows you to plow fields, harvest crops and clean up the territory. Today the market is represented by various types of equipment, but mini-units "Scout" are especially popular among land owners. They are an intermediate link between a walk-behind tractor and a heavy-duty tractor, are comfortable to use and can significantly simplify the work process both in the country and on farms.

The Scout mini-tractor is manufactured by a Chinese manufacturer under license from a well-known American brand. This technique is characterized by high quality, since it is assembled using modern technologies. Such units are represented by various models, while devices with an average power are in great demand in the Russian market. They are ideal for a variety of farming tasks as they are compatible with 50 attachments. Thanks to their versatility, mini tractors can be used not only in the fields, but also in construction, landscaping and the municipal industry.

Mini-tractors produced by the Scout trademark have appeared on sale recently, but have already successfully established themselves on the market as a reliable and versatile equipment. The popularity of these units is explained by the following advantages:

• compactness;
• little weight;
• high maneuverability;
• ease of management;
• economical fuel consumption;

• easy maintenance and repair;
• the possibility of using in the household and in agricultural firms;
• good performance;
• affordable cost.

The Chinese manufacturer is constantly replenishing the lineup with new models of technology, which differs not only in design, but also in technical features. Therefore, before giving preference to one or another modification, it is important to take into account its purpose and characteristics. The most popular mini-tractor models are the following.

This unit is equipped with an open cab, but if desired, a small canopy can be installed to protect the operator from the sun and rain. The tractor is ideal for farming, making it easy to cultivate land, plant and harvest crops. The manufacturer supplemented the design with a track adjuster and a dashboard, which houses an hour meter, a coolant thermometer, an ammeter and an oil pressure sensor. Due to its high ground clearance, improved undercarriage and supporting frame, this is a pass-through device, the tractor perfectly passes even on areas with difficult terrain.

The manufacturer equips this model with an S1100 or XT-15 engine, its power is 15 hp. with. The engine is started using an electric starter, while the modification also provides for an additional start with a special handle having a Z-shape.During operation, the tractor consumes little fuel, the tank capacity is spacious and is designed for 12 liters of diesel. The length of the unit does not exceed 2.1 m, its weight is 498 kg. The main difference of this model is considered to be a high carrying capacity of up to 1200 kg.

The equipment is produced with a powerful four-stroke ZS1115 engine, a hydraulic three-position valve and a high-quality gearbox. The capacity of the unit is 18 liters. s, weight 690 kg, width of cutters 120 cm. The main advantage of the model is that it is allowed to use both special compositions and ordinary water as liquid cooling. The wheel formula in the mini-tractor is 4x4, so it is convenient in operation, easily copes with off-road conditions. The tractor is perfectly combined with attachments, therefore it is often used for weeding beds, processing seedlings, watering the garden and cleaning the territory.

The unit can be started using either an electric or a manual starter. The size of the device without attachments is 2500 × 1250 × 1400 mm. The motor is driven by two B3300 V-belts that are constantly tensioned. The clutch is two-disc, the lifting capacity in the structure is two-way hydraulic. In addition, this model provides a lighting system in the form of headlights and signaling devices.

This modification has the best technical characteristics, since the diesel engine for Garden mini-tractors is installed with a powerful 20 hp. with. The tractor has four positions for attachments: lowering, lifting, fixing and "weightlessness". The device is sold in a basic configuration with soil cutters with a working width of 140 cm, the distance between the wheels can be adjusted in the range from 110 to 140 cm. In addition, the design is complemented by a comfortable seat that can be set for a specific operator.

Since the power of the engines in this modification exceeds 12 liters. s, then it can be used for processing fields up to 3 hectares. It also allows you to automate a lot of work, for example, growing and collecting crops, transporting goods, making hay, digging and clearing the area from snow. The type of attachment of additional equipment is single-point, the drive is belt, the design is equipped with signal lights and headlights. Unit size 1300 × 1300 × 2500 mm, weight 670 kg. The manufacturer also provides a set of rotary tillers as a gift.

This is a mini tractor that is adapted not only for work in agriculture, but also allows you to perform other tasks. The diesel engine is placed horizontally in the structure, its power is 24 liters. with. The engine is started in two ways: electric and manual starter. The transmission in this model is mechanical, it has two reverse and six forward speeds. The chassis is equipped with a rear-wheel drive, the front track can be adjusted in width using a special telescopic mechanism.

Manufacturers have improved off-road cross-country ability in this model, they have added a manual differential lock to the design. In addition, the engine is provided with a water cooling system. The size of the unit is 2500 × 1510 × 1400 mm, the weight of the unit without attachments does not exceed 790 kg. The clutch is two-disc. The lighting system is represented by signals (feet, turn signals, dimensions) and headlights (low / high beam).

All mini-tractors "Scout" are equipped with a rotary tiller from the manufacturer's plant, but if desired, their functionality can be expanded. To do this, you must additionally install attachments. Most often, equipment owners use the following devices.

• Hydraulic blade. Designed for clearing yards and homesteads from snow.
• Auger snow blower. It is a special device that makes snow removal easier.
• Tedder.Needed when making hay.
• Potato digger. This equipment simplifies the collection of root crops.
• Triple hiller. Designed for neat processing of beds.
• Reversible plow. Used for plowing fields.

In addition, seeders, garlic planters and cultivators are very popular with farmers. To improve the plowing of the land, it is also necessary to additionally purchase weighting materials (in the event that the mini-tractor weighs little). In addition to attachments, trailed units are connected to equipment. For example, a three-point adapter allows you to transport a load. Its carrying capacity depends on the technical characteristics of the mini-tractor.

Today the mini-tractor "Scooter" is an indispensable technique in any farm, but since the unit is presented on the market in various modifications, when buying it, it is important to take into account not only dimensions, weight, but also technical capabilities. It is recommended to pay special attention to the following indicators.

• Power. It is not recommended to purchase devices with minimum performance, since they wear out quickly and do not allow you to perform the work in the required volume.
• Type of drive. It is best to give preference to all-wheel drive models, but they are expensive.
• PTO. The manufacturer equips most of the Scooter tractors with such a shaft, which supplies torque not only to the wheels, but also to the attached attachments. Therefore, it is important to clarify.
• Hydraulic valves. They must be present in the installation of all mechanical equipment.

In order for the equipment to reliably serve for a long time, it must be used correctly. Each mini-tractor "Scooter" is supplied by the manufacturer with an instruction manual, which is important to follow. If the unit is intended only for processing plots of up to 1 hectare, it cannot be used by commercial organizations. Before the sale, oil and fuel are poured into the tractor engine, after which it undergoes a mandatory run-in. During operation, the level of the lubricating fluid must be checked, if necessary, the old oil is drained and a new one is poured. For mini-tractors "Scooter" the manufacturer recommends purchasing semi-synthetic oils of the GL-5 and GL-4 brands.

Antifreeze, antifreeze or water must be periodically poured into the cooling system. Most often, in these units, the rollers limiting the drive belts become unusable, so they must be constantly lubricated and replaced with new ones. After starting the engine, for the first 50 hours, the tractor should work with a load of 50%, this will avoid wear of the gearbox and engine parts. If the equipment is not used in winter, then the oil and water should be drained, then the battery should be fully charged, after which it is removed and placed in a storage room at room temperature. In addition, the unit must be cleaned, covered and stored in a dry place.

Mini-tractors "Scooter" are very popular among land owners, the technique has received many positive reviews. Summer residents and farmers singled out compactness, light weight, good maneuverability and off-road capability among the advantages. In addition, various attachments and trailed equipment can be connected to the units, which expands the functionality of the device. Despite the many advantages, this technique is characterized by an average cost, so not everyone can purchase it.

For information on which model of the "Scout" mini-tractor to choose, see the next video.