Motoblocks Patriot "Kaluga": technical parameters, pros and cons

The history of the Patriot brand creation goes back to 1973. Then, on the initiative of the American entrepreneur Andy Johnson, a company for the production of chainsaws and agricultural equipment was founded. During this time, the company has become one of the leaders in its field and at the end of the last century entered the Russian market. Compatriots immediately appreciated the products of the concern and gladly adopted many samples.

Motoblock Patriot Kaluga belongs to the middle class equipment. The mechanism was developed with the participation of specialists from Russia and began to be produced at a subsidiary of the concern in the city of the same name. The machine is the best option for Russian climatic conditions and is actively used for many agricultural operations. The multifunctionality of the device is due to the possibility of using attachments, which significantly expands the scope of this technique.

The high consumer demand and the growing popularity of the Kaluga Patriot walk-behind tractor are explained by a number of indisputable advantages of this unit.

• The model is successfully operated on any type of soil, due to the high quality of the main components and assemblies, as well as powerful passable wheels with deep tread. Thanks to the reliable engine, the walk-behind tractor can be used as a snowmobile: for this, you just need to replace the wheels with tracks. Also, the unit is often used as a mini tractor and an effective self-propelled device.
• Thanks to the use of aluminum elements, the walk-behind tractor is lightweight, which greatly facilitates control and allows it to be used on hilly areas with difficult terrain.
• The relatively low cost distinguishes the unit favorably from its famous counterparts and makes it even more popular. The cost of a new walk-behind tractor varies from 24 to 26 thousand rubles and depends on the dealer and equipment. Due to the simple design and the absence of expensive components and assemblies, car maintenance will also not burden the family budget and will be much cheaper than caring for other devices of the same class.
• The motoblock is fully adapted to the conditions of the Russian climate and can be operated in any climatic zone without restrictions. In addition, the unit is equipped with powerful headlights that allow continuous operation in the dark.

• The unit is equipped with a very robust frame that can easily withstand not only the engine and its own components, but also additional attachments.
• Thanks to the presence of a rotary steering wheel, even a novice gardener will be able to control the walk-behind tractor. In addition, the control handle has several height modes, which allows the unit to be controlled in different planes.
• The transmission of the walk-behind tractor has two forward and one reverse gear, and the presence of reinforced sickle-shaped cutters allows you to process virgin areas.
• The device is equipped with powerful mud flaps that protect the operator during operation from ejection of dirt from under the wheels.
• The machine is equipped with a function of limiting the plowing depth, and the engine is protected by a reliable bumper from possible flying out of the ground of stones.
• The handles of the walk-behind tractor are closed with a soft rubber pad, and the neck of the gas tank has a wide design.

However, along with a large number of advantages, the walk-behind tractor also has disadvantages. These include some "bouncing" of the walk-behind tractor when cultivating virgin lands, which, however, quickly disappears after the installation of weights in the form of attachments, as well as oil leakage in the transmission, which was also noticed by several users. The rest of the walk-behind tractor does not cause any special complaints and has been conscientiously serving its owners for 10 or more years.

The Kaluga Patriot walk-behind tractor is designed quite simply, which is why it is absolutely easy to maintain and very rarely breaks down. The unit consists of a particularly durable, but at the same time quite light frame, made in a classic style. It is the frame that is responsible for the overall rigidity of the structure and provides the ability to operate the walk-behind tractor in difficult terrain and heavy soil. The frame is a kind of skeleton of the machine and is designed for fastening the main components, assemblies and attachments.

The next important mechanism in the design of the walk-behind tractor is the P170FC gasoline engine with a capacity of 7 liters. with., with air cooling and transistor-magnetic type of ignition.

A special built-in sensor monitors the oil level and prevents the engine from starting if it is low or leaking. There is also an air filter. The working volume of the motor is 208 cubic centimeters, and the value of the maximum torque reaches 14 N / m. Gasoline consumption is about 1.6 l / h with a fuel tank volume of 3.6 liters.

The next significant unit is a cast-iron gearbox, which has a chain design, and as practice shows, it is also the most reliable. You can repair such a device in the event of a malfunction with your own hands, using a minimum set of tools. The wheels of the walk-behind tractor have a diameter of 410 mm, are equipped with a powerful tread and are considered very passable. The only disadvantage of a deep tread, as already noted, is the likelihood of dirt sticking to clay areas and black soils after rain. The machine has a trailer unit and can be used as a self-propelled device for moving a cart or any other trailer.

The Kaluga motor-block has a rather compact size: the length and height of the machine are 85 cm with a width of 39 cm. The standard equipment weighs 73 kg and is capable of transporting about 400 kg of cargo at a time.

The staffing level of Patriot Kaluga motoblocks can be either basic or extended. In the basic version, the walk-behind tractor is equipped with a set of cutters, a coulter, left and right fenders, a trailed coulter device, pneumatic wheels, a spark plug wrench and an operating manual. With an extended configuration, the basic set can be supplemented with a hiller, a hub extension, a hitch and a lug. This equipment is most in demand, therefore, if the buyer wishes, it can be included in the kit.

In addition to the accessories of the basic and extended configuration, additional equipment can be installed on the machine. Its use allows you to significantly expand the scope of use of the walk-behind tractor, and in some cases even replace some agricultural machines with it. These accessories include adapter trolleys, coupler plows, snow plows, flap cutters, mowers, and potato diggers.

Competent use and timely care of the Kaluga Patriot walk-behind tractor are the key to the uninterrupted operation of the equipment and can significantly extend its service life. Detailed instructions for using the walk-behind tractor, as well as the layout of attachments, are described in detail in the accompanying documentation, which should be carefully read before starting work. Below are a number of general recommendations, the observance of which will eliminate the occurrence of problems and make working with the walk-behind tractor convenient and comfortable.

• Before trying the technique for the first time, it is required to carry out initial maintenance and run the engine in. First, check the oil level and fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
• Having started the motor of the walk-behind tractor, you need to let it idle. During this time, you should check its operation for extraneous sounds and, if problems are identified, immediately eliminate them.
• When checking the operation of the gearbox, it is necessary to test the inclusion of all speeds, including the reverse. Also at this stage it is recommended to look at the condition of the gaskets and bolted connections.
• After 8-9 hours after the test run, the engine can be turned off and the engine oil replaced, after which the walk-behind tractor can be used.

Before proceeding with the selection of attachments for the Kaluga Patriot walk-behind tractor, it is necessary to determine in what capacity the machine will be used, and how often this or that agricultural operation will be carried out on it. So, when buying a walk-behind tractor for a large village garden, it is advisable to purchase a potato digger. This device will allow you to quickly and effortlessly collect a rich crop of potatoes, carrots and beets. If it is supposed to plow virgin lands, then along with the plow it is recommended to purchase weighting materials. Otherwise, the walk-behind tractor will jump on rough ground and it will be quite problematic to cope with it. As a result, the soil will be plowed rather roughly, which is why the procedure will need to be repeated more than once.

Judging by the numerous reviews of the owners, there are no special complaints about the Patriot Kaluga 440107560 walk-behind tractor. There is only a slightly overestimated consumption of gasoline relative to what is declared by the manufacturer, a tight steering wheel and an impractical wheel protector that collects all the dirt. But there are many more advantages. Farmers like the reliability of the equipment, the small size of the equipment and the ability to use the machine not only for plowing and harvesting potatoes, but also for haymaking, transporting small loads and clearing snow from the yard. The availability of spare parts, high reliability of the main components and a long service life are noted.

How the Patriot Kaluga walk-behind tractor works, see the video below.