At one time (from 2002 to 2012), self-propelled small-sized tractors, or, more simply, Salyut walk-behind tractors, were produced by the Moscow enterprise of the same name, which manufactures aircraft engines. Now the production of motor-block equipment has been transferred to China, however, technical control is still carried out by the experts of Salyut Research and Production Center. And judging by the increased number of satisfied reviews, this decision has a positive effect on both the quality and the technical capabilities of the entire model line.

So, among the real advantages of this agricultural equipment is usually indicated:

• equipped with reliable 4-stroke engines from the world's best manufacturers - American Briggs & Stratton and Kohler, Japanese Honda and Subaru Robin, as well as Chinese Lifan;
• a strong frame made of two steel squares, solid rubber wheels, a relatively small weight (up to 100 kg) and, accordingly, high stability and maneuverability in a limited area;
• universal width of tillage with cutters (from 30 to 105 cm) and a special design of milling knives, due to which the cultivated soil has the most loose structure;
• the use in the transmission of a belt drive with two V-belts and a gear reducer, which, in comparison with a chain one, significantly increases the reliability and durability of the entire walk-behind tractor as a whole;
• an extensive model range and a sufficient range of attachments, which means the ability to choose a walk-behind tractor with the desired characteristics and an optimal set of functions at an affordable cost.

More specific advantages should be considered on the example of individual Salyut models. The best of them were selected based on the results of the analysis (owner reviews, value for money, reliability and maintainability were evaluated), after which they were collected in the TOP-5 rating.

Affordable, reliable, multifunctional. AGATE (Salyut 5)

19.11.2019

Russian AGAT is not expensive and reliable walk-behind tractor with a SALYUT 5 gear reducer.

Motoblock AGAT is a universal technique weighing 85 kg. At the same time, the walk-behind tractor has a compact size. The main distinguishing feature of the AGAT walk-behind tractor is a good weight distribution and a low center of gravity, which makes it convenient to work with the walk-behind tractor. A gear reducer, 4 gears forward and 2 reverse, will provide its reliable and unpretentious work for many years.

Also, thanks to a wide selection of attachments, the walk-behind tractor will become a universal technique capable of performing a full cycle of work during planting, processing and harvesting. The walk-behind tractor can also be used for other purposes. Such as transportation of goods, harvesting of grass, garbage and snow removal with the help of additional active attachments. Motoblock AGAT is often called Salyut-5. Why is that? From 2002-2011, the AGAT plant produced walk-behind tractors under the Salyut trademark, and since 2012 it began producing walk-behind tractors under its own AGAT trademark.

The main thing in a walk-behind tractor is a gearbox. A gear reducer is installed on the AGAT motoblock, which has established itself as a simple, reliable and unpretentious unit. Thanks to this gearbox, sufficient traction power is ensured when working in difficult conditions. And because of its simple and reliable design, it practically does not break. For a gear reducer, any allowable loads are possible, including shock ones: from stones that fall into the soil. The walk-behind tractor gearbox is manufactured at the AGAT plant, which is confirmed by the marking and the factory serial number embossed on the gearbox. The gearbox has 4 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. Gear shifting occurs using a lever located on the rear of the gearbox. All gears on the AGAT motoblock are switched on clearly and without any problems.

The speed of the walk-behind tractor on 4 × 8 wheels in first gear is 2.8 - 3.5 km / h. In second gear, the speed of the walk-behind tractor is 6.3 -7.8 km / h. Reverse speed 2.5 km/h. There is one feature on the AGAT walk-behind tractor: by rearranging the pulley, streams of smaller diameter begin to work, thereby we can reduce the speed of the walk-behind tractor and increase its traction. With this, we get an additional reduction set of gears.

Output shafts of a reducer round, with a diameter of 25 mm. The kit comes with wheel extensions to increase the track of the walk-behind tractor. The standard track of the AGAT walk-behind tractor is 260 mm, and with extensions, the track of the walk-behind tractor increases to 540 mm. The fit of the parts is very high quality, namely, a tight, without large backlash, the fit of the extension cords on the output shafts of the gearbox. Milling cutters for AGAT walk-behind tractor are made of high-quality materials and have a grip of 600 mm and a processing depth of 250 mm. For a larger area of ​​processing, it is recommended to buy additional sections of cutters, but this all depends on the preferences of the user.

The walk-behind tractor has 4×8 wheels. But many install larger wheels for the walk-behind tractor to work with a cart. Without additional alterations, you can install car wheels from VAZ.

Motoblock AGAT has a frame structure: gearbox, engine, coupling device and wings, which are attached to the frame of the motoblock. There is a footrest at the front, which can be folded during operation. On the hitch, the central hole is reinforced to increase strength when the walk-behind tractor is working with a cart. Due to the special design of the frame, the AGAT walk-behind tractor has a shifted forward and low center of gravity. Therefore, the walk-behind tractor is more resistant to tipping over and it is comfortable to work with it. Engines of different brands are installed on AGAT motoblocks. Such as Lifan, Zongshen, Hammermann, Honda, Briggs & Stratton. You can also find an AGAT walk-behind tractor with a diesel engine. Natmore practical and inexpensive will be the option with a 6.5 hp Lifan engine. Lifan is a time-tested brand in the budget engine segment. The engine is simple, economical, easy to start, and backed up by inexpensive parts that are available just about anywhere.

The AGAT motoblock clutch consists of two V-belts, a tension roller with a lever, a return spring, a cable and a control lever on the steering wheel. When the lever on the handlebar is pressed, the roller, moving, creates tension in the drive belts and the rotation from the engine is transmitted to the driven pulley of the walk-behind tractor gearbox. This clutch design is easy to operate and repair. The steering wheel on the AGAT walk-behind tractor is horizontally adjustable and has a 180-degree turn, there is also a vertical steering wheel adjustment. Handlebar connection - rubber dampers are installed to reduce vibration transmitted from the walk-behind tractor to the user during operation.

The motoblock controls are located on the steering wheel. On the right is the motoblock clutch control lever, on the left is the engine speed control lever. There is also an additional engine stop button on the steering wheel. All active attachments are hooked to the walk-behind tractor to the trailer and driven by pulleys located on the gearbox. A set of keys is supplied with the walk-behind tractor. The AGAT walk-behind tractor is filled with oil, as the necessary tests of finished products are carried out at the plant. The volume of oil in the engine is 0.6 l, in the gearbox - 1.1 l.

It is possible to install both passive attachments and active attachments on the AGAT walk-behind tractor. includes : a plow, a hiller (single, double, disk), weeders, rippers, a potato digger . (Rotary mower, potato planter, potato digger, water pump, snow blower, utility brush, etc.)

Popular mowers for motoblock AGAT

The rotary mower ZARYA for the AGAT walk-behind tractor is most often used for harvesting tall grass. Very high performance allows you to mow a large area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe plot with minimal time costs.

The rotary mower Mobile K (Terminator), mows low-growing grass, unlike Zarya, it is able to mulch and process mowed grass, it is more often used in lawn care and in small yard areas.

Winter accessories for motoblock AGAT

For winter operating conditions, it is possible to install both a blade shovel and an active snow blower on the AGAT walk-behind tractor. These units are produced at the Gagarin plant, the shovel blade has a working width of 1 meter, and for convenience it has a swivel lever. A shovel will make it easier to work on the local area for clearing paths. And if there is a lot of snow, the active snow blower Mobil K SM-0.6 is presented for you, this unit has a working width of 600 mm. and a range of up to 12 meters. Therefore, all the snow can be easily thrown onto the site to the neighbor.

Active attachments for motoblock AGAT (Salyut-5)

Well, how not to mention the adapters for the AGAT walk-behind tractor. Here everything is much more difficult, but much more interesting. In general, any adapter produced for MB series walk-behind tractors can be used in tandem with Agat. What is an adapter for a walk-behind tractor. This is a device that connects to a walk-behind tractor so that the operator works in a sitting position. The connection, as a rule, takes place with a special metal pin that passes through the hitch and the drawbar of the adapter itself. The adapter usually consists of a frame, a brake system, an operator's station and a special lifting mechanism driven by a lever. We present to your attention the 3 most interesting and relevant adapters for the AGAT walk-behind tractor.

In addition to standard adapters, the AGAT plant itself also produces a ride module, the name of which is KV-2. Unlike the adapter, this riding module is not adapted to work with a plow, hiller, etc., since it does not have a lifting mechanism in its arsenal. But we can't tell you about it either. This is a truly unique design that connects the walk-behind tractor and the module itself, the whole procedure takes no more than 10 minutes of time, and when installing car wheels, the adapter turns into an all-terrain vehicle. Not only does the speed of the walk-behind tractor change, but the ground clearance also increases. What is this module for? First of all, for fishermen and hunters, you can move in this arrangement both through the fields and through the forests. It is possible to use AGAT with the KV-2 assembly module for domestic purposes, for example, when transporting goods on a trailer. This unit is much more maneuverable than just a walk-behind tractor with a trailer.

Driving module KV-2

The Mobile K APM-350 PRO adapter is a great, and most importantly, inexpensive adapter that is perfect for the AGAT walk-behind tractor. In such a tandem, almost any attachment is available: plows, hillers, rippers, potato digger, potato planter, potato digger, as well as a rotary mower, a shovel blade and many others. In fact, 90% of attachments produced for AGAT walk-behind tractors can be safely used on this adapter, while you will work while sitting. The main advantages of PM-350 PRO include: affordable price, drawbar adjustment both vertically and horizontally, powerful hitch lifting mechanism, high quality and durability.

Mobile K adapter review APM-350 PRO

Well, and one more is not just an adapter, but an adapter trailer, which is produced at the Gagarin plant, called APM-350 with a body. In my opinion, this is the best decision when buying a walk-behind tractor. 90% of buyers of walk-behind tractors buy a trailer right away, yet the transportation of goods is one of the important tasks of any walk-behind tractor. The average cost of a trailer with a carrying capacity of up to 300 kg is 450-500 Belarusian rubles. In total, you received a walk-behind tractor and a trailer. In the future, you are tired of walking for a walk-behind tractor, and this will definitely happen, it's only a matter of time, you decided to buy an adapter. The cost of a good adapter is 400-600 BYN. Total 450+400 = 800 BUN minimum. But you can immediately solve this issue and buy a 2 in 1 adapter + body for it. The adapter technology is very simple, but at the same time functional and advanced. The load capacity of the body is 350 kg. width 800 mm. length 1000 mm. The body is tipper, which simplifies the work with it. The adapter itself has a control lever for the rear attachment system, equipped with brakes.

Adapter trailer 3 in 1. APM-350

A compact and multifunctional walk-behind tractor with good weight distribution and a reliable gearbox. With minimal disassembly, it fits in the trunk of a car, and when buying various attachments, the AGAT walk-behind tractor turns into a multifunctional indispensable assistant for personal gardening