Many owners of walk-behind tractors often think about upgrading their agricultural machinery. In fact, it will not be difficult to improve the unit at your disposal, and make a full-fledged mini tractor out of it. However, you will be required to study the recommendations and follow the procedure - this will give you the opportunity to get an effective home-made mini tractor that will be able to solve absolutely all the tasks assigned to it.

Do-it-yourself mini tractor from a walk-behind tractor - manufacturing procedure

Before you start manufacturing a mini tractor based on a walk-behind tractor, you will need to prepare the materials necessary for work. The conversion kit includes:

• apparatus for welding;
• screwdrivers and wrenches;
• electric drill and a set of various drills;
• grinder and a set of disks for working with metal;
• set of nuts and bolts.

Suitable drawings will help to correctly assemble a tractor from a walk-behind tractor. In them you will find information on the order in which to connect the parts and what method of fastening is suitable for their reliable installation.

The conversion of a walk-behind tractor into a mini tractor is carried out in the following order:

1. A minitractor based on a walk-behind tractor must be equipped with a strong, reliable frame. It must withstand an additional pair of wheels, plus the load carried in the tractor will put pressure on the supporting structure. For the manufacture of a solid frame, pipes or metal corners are best suited. Be sure to keep in mind that the heavier the frame, the better the grip of the mini tractor with the road will be, and the better the plowing will be. The thickness of the walls of the frame also does not matter much - the main thing is that they do not bend under the pressure of the cargo being transported. You can cut the blanks for making the frame using a grinder. Then all the parts are interconnected, first by means of bolts, after which they are finally welded to each other. To make the frame stronger and more reliable, equip it with a cross beam;
2. Immediately after the manufacture of the frame, it can be equipped with a hinged mechanism, through which a small tractor will be equipped with additional devices. You can install the hitch both in the front and in the rear of the supporting structure. If in the future the manufactured mini tractor is planned to be used in tandem with a trailer, then a tow bar should be welded to the rear of its frame;
3. At the next stage, the homemade product is equipped with front wheels. To do this, the manufactured mini-tractor is best equipped with two ready-made hubs with brakes provided for them. Next, you need to fix the wheels themselves. To do this, take a piece of steel pipe, the diameter of which fits the front axle. Next, attach the wheel hubs to the tube. Drill a hole in the central part of the pipe, which is necessary for mounting the product to the front of the frame. Then install the tie rods and adjust them to the frame using the worm gear. After installing the gearbox, install the steering column. The axle in the rear part of the manufactured tractor is mounted through pressed bearing bushings. Wheels used must be no larger than 15 inches in diameter. Smaller parts will lead to “burrowing” of the unit with the front part, and larger wheels will significantly impair the maneuverability of the minitractor;
4. At the next stage, it is necessary to equip the minitractor with an engine from a walk-behind tractor. It is best to install the motor at the front of the implement, as this will improve the balance of the agricultural machine when operating with a loaded trailer. To install the motor, equip a reliable mounting system. When mounting the motor, do not forget that the power take-off shaft must be fixed coaxially with the pulley located on the rear axle of the mini-tractor. The force on the wheels must pass through a belt drive. The video will tell in more detail about the conversion of a walk-behind tractor into a minitractor.

A self-made tractor will remain equipped with a reliable braking system and a high-quality hydraulic distributor, which is necessary for the proper operation of the unit with attachments.

Minitractor from the Neva walk-behind tractor

Converting a walk-behind tractor into a small tractor may be slightly different. It all depends on the design features of the walk-behind tractor and its capabilities. Consider the principle of manufacturing a mini-tractor from Neva brand walk-behind tractors.

As in the first case, before making a mini tractor, you need to study the schemes. They detail the dimensions of the elements and the order of their installation during assembly.

The procedure for conversion will be as follows:

1. The frame is made in the same way as in the first case. To create it, use pipes of various sections. The fastening of the frame elements is carried out by means of bolts and welding;
2. Next, proceed to the manufacture and installation of the chassis. To install the rear wheels, use an additional axle, which can be made from a steel pipe. At both ends of the latter, press in the bearings and bushings that will be equipped with the rear wheels;
3. Next, the tractor from the Neva walk-behind tractor must be equipped with a motor. Moreover, you can install the engine, both in the front and in the rear of the frame. In the second case, the front and rear wheelbase of the minitractor will need to be expanded;

In the end, the do-it-yourself unit will have to be equipped with a driver's seat, lighting devices and parking lights. Due to its small size, the finished tractor will have high maneuverability, which will allow it to be used effectively in hard-to-reach places.

Mini tractor design: important details

So, let's take a closer look at the details that our future tractor should consist of.

Frame and body

The basic part on which everything rests is the frame. The body part is a component of the frame and gives the structure integrity and rigidity. In this regard, the material for these parts must be chosen new and the most durable, so that it does not happen that your tractor will simply crumble during operation.

The most suitable material for creating a frame is an iron channel No. 5 or No. 9. For the body part, it is best to use high quality steel with a thickness of 3 mm or more. If you are afraid that the structure will be heavy and the walk-behind tractor will not cope with its movement, then in vain, because the unit can transport loads up to 500 kg.

Seat and steering wheel

As a seat, you can take any option that is available. Comfort and ease of movement depend on the seat you choose. You can take from a simple plastic version to a real automotive one. Installed behind the motor on the frame.

The steering part will require modernization. Perfect for a car or motorcycle steering wheel.

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Those farmers who have already been engaged in the modernization of the walk-behind tractor argue that it is best to use the steering wheel from a motorcycle.

Wheels and tire quality

When installing the wheels, special attention should be paid to tires, since the quality of movement, as well as traction, depends on this. Since your safety depends on the quality of the tires, you do not need to install old or worn tires. It is better to take a prudently high tread, since you will mostly have to drive off-road.

Control block

When making a mini tractor, please note that the control will have to be transferred. Since in the walk-behind tractor everything is carried out with the help of levers, in the tractor this block must be modernized. What needs to be changed:

• The location of the gas and brake from the handles on the tractor pedal.
• Make gear shifting in the usual form - a lever.
• Change the location of the ignition button.

How to make a mini tractor from an MTZ walk-behind tractor?

To remake walk-behind tractors of this brand, their design and capabilities should also be taken into account. MTZ units have a sufficiently high power, which makes it possible to make a full-fledged caterpillar mini-tractor out of them. It will be distinguished by high cross-country ability and excellent traction with the soil, due to which the quality of plowing the soil with such a machine will be several times higher than that of wheeled mini-tractors.

Before starting work, be sure to study the drawings, in which you will find all the information required for rework.

The procedure for assembling a mini tractor is as follows:

1. First, put the walk-behind tractor into operation mode with a mower;
2. After that, completely dismantle the front platform of the unit;
3. In front of the manufactured mini-tractor, install a caterpillar drive;
4. In the niche intended for mounting the steering rod, install the adjusting rod. This element will increase the rigidity of the entire structure;
5. Weld the driver's seat to the top of the frame;
6. Arrange a platform for mounting the accumulator and hydraulic distributor near the motor.

This manufacturing method is suitable for converting MTZ 05, MTZ 09 and MTZ 12 walk-behind tractors into small tractors. Each of them has a sufficient power reserve to work together with a trailer and attachments at the same time.

All-terrain attachment

Caterpillar attachments allow you to build a real all-terrain vehicle from an ordinary walk-behind tractor! For this, there is no need to rebuild anything in the walk-behind tractor itself, or its individual nodes. It is enough just to remove the usual wheels, and install all-terrain tracks in their place.

In the conditions of our winters, this is simply an indispensable assistant, an all-terrain vehicle can be used to drive in the snow, for this you can connect an adapter, but not the usual one in the form of a seat and wheels, but in the form of skis.

Also, the caterpillar attachment can be used after rainfall. Ordinary wheels are not designed to ride on wet soil, because even the lugs slip. The caterpillar all-terrain module allows you to significantly increase the traction ability and drive on any surface.

Video review of the MTZ-09N motoblock on skis

Russian offers its all-terrain tracked attachments for MTZ motoblocks. They are designed to work together, because despite the heavy weight, the Krutets prefix can withstand it.

Feature of the caterpillar attachment "Krutets":

• compatible not only with MTZ, but also with other walk-behind tractors. Due to their design, they are ideally suited for the "drilling" of each of them.
• The all-terrain attachment is 140 cm long, 29 cm high and 54 cm wide.
• The weight of the structure is 71 kg.
• The power of the walk-behind tractor allows you to set this equipment in motion without problems.

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Remember that off-road you can not make mistakes! And you should be careful and careful when driving an all-terrain vehicle.

Minitractor from motoblock Zubr

Motoblocks of this brand have a reliable and powerful enough motor, the presence of which allows you to convert the unit into an all-wheel drive mini tractor. Before work, be sure to study the detailed drawings, and also buy steel sheets, pipes and corners.

The procedure for the manufacture of a mini tractor is as follows:

1. When arranging the frame, you will need to expand the existing frame of the walk-behind tractor. This is necessary in order to install additional wheels. Cut the corners and pipes into suitable pieces, then weld them together;
2. The front beam is mounted on a minitractor using a ready-made hub equipped with brakes. The wheels in the front of the unit must match the size of the rear wheels, or be slightly larger than the latter - this will prevent the mini-tractor from “burrowing” when driving over rough terrain;
3. Then install the walk-behind tractor motor. It is best to install it in the front to achieve the best balance of the whole structure;
4. Weld a towbar to the back of the finished mini tractor - it will be required for mounting the trailer.

A home-made mini tractor made on the basis of the Zubr walk-behind tractor will be able to cope with a number of the most difficult economic tasks: plowing the soil, mowing grass, harvesting and transporting crops.

Minitractor from motoblock Agro

Before you start reworking motoblocks of this brand, you should stock up on material and the necessary tools. For work you will need:

• stainless steel sheets and profiles;
• seat and steering wheel - can be removed from an old car;
• a pair of wheels - their diameter should not exceed 15 '';
• a set of fasteners;
• grinder and electric drill;
• hammer and welding machine.

After preparing everything you need, we advise you to study the diagrams that will tell you the correct procedure for installing tractor elements.

We also recommend that you look at photos that will certainly help you in the manufacture of an agricultural unit.

Unlike the walk-behind tractors of the manufacturers listed above, the Agro brand equipment has one significant drawback, which must be taken into account when converting a walk-behind tractor into a mini tractor. It lies in the fact that the axis of the walk-behind tractor has very weak fracture strength. This kind of fracture will definitely affect if you exceed the maximum allowable load on the mini-tractor frame. To avoid further malfunction, the mini tractor will need to be equipped with wheel gears.

The procedure for assembling the unit is as follows:

1. At the first stage, you need to weld a solid frame for the tractor. To do this, use steel profiles and pipes. Be sure to keep in mind that the heavier the frame is made, the better the grip of the mini tractor with the ground will be. At the rear of the supporting structure, weld the towbar, which will be required to hitch the trailer to the unit;
2. Then proceed to the manufacture and arrangement of the undercarriage of the minitractor. To do this, you can purchase a pair of ready-made front wheels, as well as hubs equipped with brakes. After purchasing the parts, attach the hubs to the steel pipe, and drill the holes in the front of the frame that will be required to mount the hubs on the minitractor. Next, install the tie rods using a worm gear. Next to the rods, secure the steering column and rear axle. When installing the latter in the bushings used for mounting, press the bearings. Install the pulley on the rear axle and secure the wheels securely;
3. After that, install the engine on the front of the frame. We advise you to do this by means of an additional frame placed on special shock absorbers - this will avoid strong vibrations at high loads on the motor;
4. Next, install the driver's seat on the mini-tractor, connecting it to the frame through the springs - thanks to them, it will be much more convenient to work with the mini-tractor.

If desired, a compact tractor made by oneself can be equipped with a canopy that will protect you from rain and sun. To make it, 4 steel pipes must be welded to the frame next to the seat and steering column, to which a steel sheet is fixed by spot welding. As a result, you will get a reliable unit for giving, which will quickly cope with all the tasks assigned to it.

Video reviews

Overview of the operation of an all-terrain vehicle from an MTZ walk-behind tractor in the snow

Overview of the caterpillar attachment "Krutets" on a walk-behind tractor

Overview of plowing with a homemade mini tractor based on the MTZ walk-behind tractor

Overview of the converted MTZ-09N walk-behind tractor into a minitractor

Converting the MTZ-05 walk-behind tractor into a mini tractor without help is not realistic. Therefore, be sure to check out the forums where designers share tips on how to do this:

Vlad_reg84:

“The craving to do something should be in the blood, otherwise it will be costly financially. I can’t get past any piece of iron, but I always mentally scroll where it can be attached, this is how design ideas are created. Carefully inspect everything that you have, lay it out, figure out what can be done from it, what you would like to see in the end, what else you need to find, if you can’t imagine right away, then look at the approximate drawings on the forums, and then the picture will become clearer"

Lesha:

“Hello to all readers from the designer of tractor equipment. I want to give you one practical advice: start making a mini tractor only if you are confident in your abilities and have a lot of time, money and patience. If there is even a drop of doubt, then it is better not to start! Make a cart or seat adapter. And don't bother with a 4x4 drive. It is difficult in terms of implementation. Equip your Belarusian with an adapter and 7.5x16 tires. And it will run faster, and there will be more traction "