Motor cultivators in Ukraine

What is a motor cultivator and the nuances of its use

A motor-cultivator is a technique for a country garden and a small personal plot, which is used to cultivate areas no larger than 10 acres. The main purpose of a motor cultivator is high-quality and fast cultivation of land.

Device classification:

• Ultralight Machines . They weigh no more than 10 kilograms, are equipped with removable handles to facilitate their transportation. Engines up to 2 horsepower are used. The maximum depth of soil loosening is 10 centimeters, and the working width is 30 centimeters;

• Light cars . The mass of the units does not exceed 30 kilograms, and the width of the grip is not more than 50 centimeters. The depth of processing reaches a mark of 20 centimeters. Such mechanisms are equipped with a hiller, so they are convenient when cutting furrows for planting crops. The only drawback of light motor cultivators is their low weight, which leads to the fact that the machines "jump out" when the cutter hits hard ground;

• Medium cars . The weight is in the range of 30 to 60 kilograms, and the engine power is from 4 to 6 horsepower. Due to the fact that such devices are heavier than light motor cultivators, this allows you to achieve an excellent level of stability. The cutting width of the cutter in such models is up to 85 centimeters. The only drawback is the lack of the ability to work in bottlenecks;

• Heavy cultivators . The series includes devices whose weight exceeds 60 kilograms. Device power - from 6 horsepower (power depends on the model). The main advantage is the presence of four-stroke engines and several gears, which adds to the maneuverability and ease of use. In addition, additional equipment is used with them (a vivid example of such elements is a hiller, a plow or towed carts with a load of up to 300 kilograms).

How to expand the capabilities of a motor cultivator several times?

The main working element for all models of such devices is the tiller. Thanks to its presence, it is possible to simultaneously loosen the soil, effectively destroy weeds, as well as mix the soil and apply mineral fertilizers.

To expand the range of tasks performed, it is recommended to use attachments. with well-chosen attachments, you can easily cope with:

• hilling;
• weeding;
• digging up root crops;
• snow removal;
• hauling a heavy load.

The most popular models of motor cultivators that every buyer should know about

• German firms (GARDENA and BRILL). The units produced by these two companies have been popular and in demand on the market for 49 years. Such products were distinguished by the presence of the most modern technologies, as well as incredible simplicity during operation;
• US firms (Briggs & Stratton, Craftsman and TECUMSEH). Products from these manufacturers are the market leader in the American agricultural equipment market. Companies have been successfully distributing high-quality and reliable mechanisms for 5 years;
• Firms from Ukraine (Zubr and KENTAVR). Differ in low cost and long service life;
• Firms from Japan (Robin Subaru and Honda). The technique of these two manufacturers means guarantee, ease of use and durability. In addition, the companies are also famous for producing one of the most powerful motor block engines in the world;