Selection and operation of mini-tractors with a cab

Currently, every city dweller who has a summer cottage or land plot grows vegetables, fruits and berries for himself or for sale.

A small orchard or household plot with an area of ​​up to one hectare can be processed by hand in the “old-fashioned way” without the use of mechanization in a few days - with a glanders, rakes, bayonet shovels. For farmers, when the cultivated area of ​​land reaches several tens of hectares, it is much more convenient to use tillage equipment: a mini-tractor, a gasoline cultivator, a trailed seeder, a trailed disc harrow, a walk-behind tractor.

Experienced summer residents, land owners, farmers use a mini-tractor with a cab all year round.

In summer, in dry, sunny weather, there is no particular need to protect the tractor driver or farmer driving the tractor from the weather conditions. It is quite another matter with severe frosts in winter. It is especially important to have a heated cab in Siberia, Yakutia and the Far East.

Positive qualities of the tractor:

• light weight and large area of ​​rubber tires - the tractor does not disturb the topsoil and does not sink deep into muddy mud and swamp;
• a large number of interchangeable attachments allows you to perform any work on soil cultivation;

• powerful engine, reduced diesel fuel consumption, smokeless exhaust;
• the patented design of the electric starter provides a quick start of the engine from the cab using a button in any weather;
• a special design of the muffler reduces noise when the engine is running at full load or in forced mode;
• detachable cab with electric heating of air and glass provides comfortable and safe working conditions at low outside temperatures and strong winds in winter;
• universal mounts make it possible to quickly replace the cab if necessary;
• a heated cab made of plastic or polycarbonate can be easily made and installed on a tractor by yourself;

• the small size of the mini-tractor makes it possible to use it for uprooting stumps when it is completely impossible for large-sized wheeled or tracked vehicles to enter the site;
• small turning radius - the steering gear controls the rear axle;
• using a snow plow made of reinforced plastic, you can quickly clear the area of ​​snow;
• most models have an automatic transmission;
• Improved differential design minimizes the possibility of slipping and wheel locking;
• disc brakes with separate drive for each wheel are effective on ice and muddy asphalt;
• the ability to connect the winch through the power take-off shaft;
• high speed (up to 25 km / h) in direct drive when driving on asphalt or concrete;
• Frame and chassis design provides stability when driving downhill and over rough terrain.

Disadvantages:

• increased noise and smoky exhaust when the engine is running at full load;
• high price associated with the exchange rate of foreign currency against the Russian ruble;
• small battery capacity - the number of attempts to start the engine with a starter is limited;
• the complexity of maintenance and repair of the chassis;
• low dead weight - cannot be used for pulling heavy equipment out of mud and for towing it.

A type of mini-tractor is a rider with a diesel engine under the driver's seat and an independent steering linkage to each wheel. Thanks to this steering feature, the rider can be deployed on a "patch" with a diameter equal to half the length of the frame.

Currently, manufacturers of automotive and tractor equipment in Russia, Belarus, Germany, China, Korea, Japan and the United States focus on small tractors, riders and other self-propelled mechanisms for farms and individual use.

Equipment for use in these areas must meet the following conditions:

• economical diesel engine;
• insulated cabin with electric heating and forced ventilation;
• high cross-country ability;
• the ability to start the engine at low temperatures without external heating;
• long MTBF of parts of the engine, transmission, cooling system, electrical equipment, running gear;
• stable operation of electrical circuits in conditions of high air humidity;
• the possibility of using equipment with attachments for soil cultivation;

• all-wheel drive chassis;
• robust frame design - the ability to carry a lot of weight on a trailer;
• free movement on thin ice, swamps, swamps, permafrost;
• low specific pressure of wheels on the ground;
• the ability to connect an electric winch for self-recovery;
• reinforced lithium polymer battery.

Let us dwell in more detail on some models of tractors for farms of domestic and foreign production with an optimal ratio of price and quality.

Utility Korean mini-tractor with a cab. One of the leaders in the popularity rating. Adapted to work in Siberia, Yakutia and the Far East. About a hundred models of attachments are produced for this model. According to research by independent experts, it has the best price-quality ratio.

Technical specifications:

• a modernized diesel engine with a reduced noise level - 79.2 dB;
• full power steering;
• separate drive for each wheel;
• all-round view from the cockpit;
• computer joystick for loader control;
• quick disconnect connections of the hydraulic system;
• floating suspension of the driver's seat;
• halogen lamps in the lighting system;
• LED dashboard;
• comfortable cup holders on the dashboard;
• cockpit glass on gas lifts;
• antifreeze supply system for washing ice from the windshield;
• protective UV - coating on cockpit glass.

The Swatt SF-244 mini-tractor is assembled in Russia from parts and components from China. Primary quality control of parts and components, assembly process control, the final stage of quality control takes place without human intervention. The computer is not subject to stress, it does not care about the fall in the exchange rate and the arrears of utility bills. His attention does not depend on the day of payment of wages and is not scattered when performing monotonous operations.

The tractor has a single-cylinder diesel engine with a vertical arrangement of cylinders and an antifreeze cooling system. The machine has a high cross-country ability.

Design features of the model:

• all-wheel drive;
• planetary center differential;
• increased cross-country ability - high ground clearance;
• power steering.

Attached and trailed equipment for tractors expands the scope of use of the mini-tractor and allows you to create mechanized complexes for soil cultivation, harvesting, loading and transportation of heavy and bulky goods, forage procurement, for construction work, in warehouses, logging and in other industries.

• Agriculture. Plowing the soil, cultivating the soil with a cultivator and flat cutter; harrowing, application of organic and mineral fertilizers, planting potatoes, beets, garlic and onions, sowing cereals and vegetables, a full cycle of crop care, hilling and inter-row cultivation, harvesting of grown products and transportation for further processing or to a storage place. A hinged tank with a sprayer allows fertilizing with organic and mineral fertilizers, herbicide treatment. The powerful engine allows you to transport goods on a trailer.
• Gardening. The tractor performs a full cycle of plant care - from planting to harvesting.
• Livestock raising. Harvesting and distribution of feed, site cleaning.
• Communal services. Removal of snow and ice in hard-to-reach places.
• Harvesting and processing trees and shrubs with means against pests in personal plots, lawn processing, grass mowing.
• Construction. Transportation of building materials, preparation of soil for pouring the foundation.
• Logging. Transportation of sawn logs from the place of harvesting to the sawmill or to the furniture shop.

Main technical parameters of the model:

• basic model name according to the catalog - RF 354;
• components - China, country of final assembly - Russia;
• ICE - Shandong Huayuan Laidongn Engine Co Ltd. (China), analogue of the KM385BT engine;

• engine and fuel type - diesel, diesel fuel;
• engine power - 18.8 kW / 35 horsepower;
• all four wheels are leading, wheel arrangement 4x4;
• maximum thrust at full load - 10.5 kN;
• power at maximum PTO speed - 27.9 kW;
• dimensions (L / W / H) - 3225/1440/2781 mm;
• structural length along the axis - 1990 mm;
• the maximum camber of the front wheels is 1531 mm;
• the maximum camber of the rear wheels is 1638 mm;
• ground clearance (clearance) - 290 mm;
• maximum engine speed - 2300 rpm;
• maximum weight with full tank filling - 1190 kg;
• maximum rotational speed of the power take-off shaft - 1000 rpm;
• gearbox - 8 front + 2 rear;
• tire size - 6.0-16 / 9.5-24;
• additional options - manual differential lock, single-plate friction clutch, power steering, clamps on the frame with a clip for self-installation of the cab.

The front loader in the form of a boomerang boom is controlled by four hydraulic cylinders:

• two for lifting the boom;
• two for tilting the bucket.

The hydraulic system of the front loader is connected to the general hydraulics of the tractor, which makes it possible to use almost any attachment for work.

Most commonly used on farms. It has small dimensions and high power, it is convenient to use in limited conditions.

Model characteristics:

• 4-cylinder diesel engine LD4L100BT1;
• power at full load - 50 hp with.;
• all driving wheels;
• overall dimensions - 3120/1485/2460 mm;
• ground clearance 350 mm;
• weight with a fully filled tank - 1830 kg;
• gearbox - 8 front / 2 rear;
• starting the engine with an electric starter;
• wheel base (front / rear) - 7.50-16 / 11.2-28;
• 2-stage PTO - 540/720 rpm.

Professional tractor LS Tractor R36i of South Korean production for small farms. Independent all-wheel drive and heated cab with forced ventilation make it possible to use it for agricultural and other work at any time of the year.

Powerful, reliable and quiet engine, smokeless exhaust, reliable design, extended equipment make it irreplaceable:

• in summer cottages;
• in sports, garden and park complexes;
• in the municipal economy.

Household tractor - multifunctional agricultural machinery for work on land plots. It can replace a lawn mower and a hiller, a shovel and a cultivator, a loader and a walk-behind tractor.

When choosing a mini-tractor, you need to pay attention to the following points.

Agricultural machinery manufacturers invest a lot of money to advertise a brand or brand. Each of us is familiar with annoying commercials on the TV screen, persistently urging the viewer to buy something. A sufficiently high price of airtime is included in the price of the purchased product and can significantly interfere with an objective analysis of a specific model.

Considering the above, when buying a mini-tractor, it is better to focus not only on the brand name. Based on customer reviews and statistics of warranty repairs, we can say with a high degree of probability that in order to choose the best option before buying, it is best to find out the opinion of farmers who are already using the selected model, and carefully study the characteristics of the mini-tractor on the manufacturer's website.

The best option for the case is galvanized iron with a minimum of plastic parts. Plastic, greatly lightening and cheapening the structure, significantly reduces its strength. When operating equipment in harsh climatic conditions, this can be decisive.

All models of mini-tractors are assembled at factories in China, Korea, and Russia. The assembly of finished products on the conveyor and quality control takes place without human intervention under the control of microprocessors by robotic manipulators. From the above, it can be argued that European production technology provides high quality tractors, regardless of the country of final assembly.

To reduce the likelihood of injuries and accidents when buying a mini-tractor, it is necessary to take into account the anatomical features of the user's body structure, his physical condition: height, weight, age, arm length, leg length, physical strength, individual habits - the predominant use of the left hand, etc. etc.).

If the mini-tractor will be used in Siberia, Yakutia or the Far East all year round, you need to pay attention to the presence of a glow plug for heating the diesel engine before starting in the cold season, as well as to electric glass heating and forced air ventilation in the cab.

This advice is especially relevant when using a vehicle in the permafrost zone.

After purchasing the vehicle, it is imperative to register with Gostekhnadzor and undergo technical inspection. If agricultural machinery, in addition to working in the country, will independently move on highways, in addition to passing a technical inspection, it is necessary to undergo training, a medical commission and pass an exam for a driver's license.

Do not overload the engine during the first fifty hours of operation. If heavy work must be done during this period, shift into a lower gear or travel more slowly.

At the end of this period, it is necessary to service the engine, transmission, gearbox, battery and lighting equipment of the tractor:

• drain the oil and rinse the filter or replace it with a new one;
• tighten the steering linkage nuts with a wrench or a wrench with a dynamometer;
• measure the fan belt deflection, replace it if necessary;
• check tire pressure;
• check the valve clearances with a feeler gauge;
• change the oil in the front axle differential case and in the gearbox;
• replace liquid or antifreeze in the cooling system;
• flush the fuel or air filter;

• adjust the steering play;
• check the density of the electrolyte, if necessary adjust it;
• measure the voltage of the generator, adjust the tension of the drive belt;
• flush the hydraulic oil filters.

How to choose a mini tractor can be seen in the next video.