Carts for a walk-behind tractor: types, features of choice and fastening

The motoblock is one of the units in agriculture that is in high demand. With its help, almost all work can be done on a personal plot or a small farm. One of the most essential functions is the transportation of all kinds of goods and materials. On the walk-behind tractor, you can perform such actions only if you have trailed equipment in the form of a small cart.

The trolley for the walk-behind tractor is a towing device that is equipped with a solid frame and sides. It is used to transport various goods. The use of this design does not imply travel on public roads and the presence of a driver's license, therefore, it does not have special aesthetic or technical requirements. All criteria in appearance relate to ease of use.

Trailer bogies can have different designs, however, there is also a general scheme. Trailed for the walk-behind tractor consists of:

• from the frame;
• body;
• drawbar (hitch);
• driver's seat;
• steering gear;
• undercarriage.

If it is intended to use a structure for the transportation of oversized cargo, then its sides can be reinforced with additional stiffening ribs. In the absence of them in the factory design, the flaw can be easily corrected by yourself.

In addition, heavy-duty structures must be equipped with brakes. This rule applies to trolleys with a load capacity of more than 350 kg. If you neglect this rule, then the trailed one can turn over on the go.

Trailed equipment, depending on the size, configuration and area of ​​operation, are divided into types. Depending on the size of the carts, there are:

• lightweight;
• average weight;
• heavyweight.

Lightweight structures are equipped with low-power machines that can move up to 3 quintals of cargo. The dimensions of such a product are up to 1 m in width and up to 1, 15 in length. The height of the sides depends on what kind of goods will be transported on it.

Carts of the middle weight category are attached to walk-behind tractors with a capacity of up to 8-9 liters. with. In this case, the length of the product may be longer than in the previous variation (up to 1.5 m).

As for heavy-duty structures, only heavy motoblocks with a capacity of up to 15-17 liters can transport them loaded. with. The dimension of the product in this case will be 1.2 m in width and up to 3 m in length. These dimensions assume the transportation of not only agricultural products (garden), but also any materials for construction (construction) or raising the site. This modification is considered multifunctional.

Also trailers are divided:

• on structures with one or two axles;
• two- and four-wheeled;
• standard and with folding sides.

Two-axle bogies are small in size, four wheels and designed for small loads. Four-axle variations are mainly found among heavy-duty, long trailers. Due to this number of axles, a large load is distributed more evenly, the trailed one maintains balance and holds the road well.

The trailer is two- or four-wheeled, depending on its dimensions. The leading axle in both cases is the front axle. In small structures, two wheels and supports are enough so that the load does not fall when disconnected from the vehicle. In addition, fewer wheels make trailing easier.

The standard towed cart has blank side walls and a rear opening one. This is necessary for the convenience of loading. Trolleys with hinged sides are designed to transport both regular and bulk goods. It is for bulk materials that the folding side boards are designed. It should be noted that such a design, most often, is supplemented with the possibility of dump unloading (as in the TM-500 model).

But there are several more types of trailers for a walk-behind tractor, a review of which needs to be done. So, there are self-propelled carts with steering. This design is reminiscent of the first cars to use the engine under the seat. The maneuverability of such a unit is due to the presence of a hub on bearings.

There are also trailed winter options. They are created on the basis of a conventional trolley by installing all-season or winter tires. Such modifications can be used to remove snow from the backyard area.

The dimensions of the trailed one are directly proportional to the horsepower of the walk-behind tractor. Also, when choosing the dimension of the trolley, it is necessary to determine the range of transported goods. If you do not intend to use a structure for transporting building materials, then it is better not to buy a large trailed one. This will cost more and create an additional load on the walk-behind tractor. A garden cart with standard dimensions 120x115 will be the best option.

Most often, the material for the body of the carts is sheet steel, and for the frame - a channel or corner. But there are also galvanized options on the market. Their cost may be higher, but the benefits are obvious. The galvanized coating keeps the metal from corrosion. This design will last much longer than just painted metal.

One of the most important parts of the bogie is the hitch. It is of three types:

• hinged;
• semi-mounted;
• trailed.

But there are other divisions of these devices. So, some manufacturers produce a special type of mounts that are suitable only for certain models of walk-behind tractors. Such structures are produced in the form of two fasteners in the shape of the letter "P", which are connected by a profile with a square section.

And there are universal ones. With their help, you can fix the trailer on a walk-behind tractor of any brand, be it "Zubr" or "Forza". Looks like modifications such as two small frames connected with balls. This type of hitch is considered the most reliable.

A distinctive feature of factory couplings is their low weight. And the departure height in them can be adjusted if necessary. However, if the installation of the hitch is impossible for any reason, then an adapter with a hook can be an excellent solution.

Brakes are an important detail in the trailer design. They are used for trolleys with a large carrying capacity. The best option are disc structures with a hub, which are brought into working condition from the motor-block engine.

In order to choose a trailer for a walk-behind tractor, it is necessary to analyze the totality of the qualities of all its components, as well as its compatibility with the walk-behind tractor.

The first thing that you need to pay close attention to is the working part of the trailer - the body. It can be made of steel or galvanized metal. The first option is considered more reliable, and the second is more durable. But when choosing a galvanized body, it is necessary to evaluate the thickness of the metal. If it is small, it will not be able to withstand heavy loads.The permissible tonnage can be found out by paying attention to the numbers in the name of the trailer.

When buying this equipment, plastic models may also be found on the market, however, it is better not to pay attention to the low price. Such a trailer will not be able to serve for a long time due to the low strength properties of the material. You will have to constantly think about how to keep the sides intact during loading or how not to overdo it with the weight of the load.

You also need to think about the frequency of use of this design. The required design of the sides depends on this. If the trailer is going to be used constantly, then the tipping side with a tipper unloading system can significantly save working time.

You should also find out about the quality of the hubs on the wheels, since the serviceability of the brake system depends on them. Most often they are produced from two types of material. These are cast iron and steel. The first option will fail much faster, which cannot be said about the second. Strong steel alloys are quite hardy, durable and reliable.

And the last thing worth paying some attention to is the ground clearance. When driving in fields and plowing, this criterion is especially important. The distance from the ground to the trolley should not be too small, otherwise the structure may touch the ground when loaded. But a high height is also unacceptable, since loading will be much more difficult.

Considering all the parameters, we can say that the best option for a full-size bogie can be a budget option called TM-360 of domestic production. The carrying capacity of this trailer is 360 kg. One of its main advantages, in addition to general satisfactory performance, is temperature tolerance. This device can be easily operated in almost any part of Russia. The design can withstand temperature drops from -30 to +40 degrees.

Most of the trailed equipment on the modern market is assembled in Russia. And such trailers are in demand, as the devices are designed taking into account the local climatic conditions, as well as the types of soil and its relief. In addition, such models have a lower cost compared to foreign counterparts. The same statement is true for spare parts, which are much easier and cheaper to purchase in the manufacturing country. Of the Russian companies for the production of trailed ones, one can single out "Krasny Oktyabr", "Zubr", "MTZ".

As for foreign manufacturers, Hyundai is one of the best representatives. The model of the bogie from this company TR 1200 has received simply universal recognition due to its modest price and excellent quality. It is a trolley with an average payload of 300 kg, has a maximum driving speed of 15 km / h, and has mechanical brakes. The body length of this product is 240 cm, the height is 69 cm, and the width is 23 cm. The direction of loading and unloading is only backward. This instance not only can move heavy loads, but also meets all safety standards.

A purchased motoblock trailer is usually disassembled and packaged. For operation, this structure must be assembled. The store can offer the services of a special employee for the assembly of units with a visit to the house, but for a decent fee. At the same time, this process can be easily dealt with on your own. The main thing is to observe the correct assembly order, for which you can use the attached instructions.

First, you need to turn the body over and install the hubs. In this case, you need to know that in most structures they are different and must be mounted in strict accordance with the diagram. Then the stop of the brake cable is installed, which should be directed to the front of the cart. Then comes the installation of the drawbar of the trailer in two places. After that, a brake band and a brake cable are put in direct sequence. It needs to be pulled.Then put the wheels and fix their discs with O-rings. At the end, you need to attach the caps to the wheels. The trailer is turned over and the fenders, if any, are installed. Most often, each part has two mounts. At the end, the seat is twisted and screwed to the body. The motoblock trailer is ready to go.

For information on how to make a trolley for a walk-behind tractor, see the next video.