A cultivator is a wonderful tool - in fact, replacing a shovel. There is also the development of the idea of “motor shovels” - the so-called “walk-behind tractor”. These devices are significantly more powerful and heavier than cultivators, but can also be used as a vehicle. Harnesses to the cart and pulls well. However, about cultivators. These relatively small devices differ in power, size, ease of operation, reliability. But, first of all, two fundamentally different groups should be distinguished: electrical and gasoline-powered.
Electric less, cheaper, more convenient to operate, almost silent. Theoretically, they should be more reliable than gasoline. But there is a significant drawback: they are tied to the outlet with a long wire, which you have to follow.
Gasoline noisy, smelly, heavy, expensive. But they are completely autonomous, which allows you to work "in the open field."
It is interesting to compare which cultivator models have been popular recently and which ones are considered more reliable.
10. Daewoo Power Products DAT 1800E (from 9 500 rubles.)
Very popular electric cultivator Daewoo DAT 1800E differs in compactness, ease and a folding handle of management. It practically does not take up space in the trunk of a car and is very easy to control.
Unfortunately, it is the light weight of the electric cultivator that makes it suitable only for soft soil cultivation. Moreover, even when working on it, the machine has to be constantly pressed into the ground.
However, the low price, compactness and impressive equipment (more than 20 working mills of various shapes) make the machine popular.
9. CHAMPION BC4311 (from 17 900 rubles)
Motor cultivator CHAMPION BC4311 is a representative of a competing family - a 2.3 hp gasoline engine makes the device independent of the electrical outlet.
The engine is built on a four-stroke circuit, which means efficiency (as opposed to a two-stroke tool).
Unfortunately, cultivators of this particular model have a structural defect: during intensive work, traction may fail. This should be considered, and do not allow the unit to overheat.
Light weight also complicates the processing of "heavy" soils. However, the relatively low price makes the purchase justified.
8. Daewoo Power Products DAT 5055R (from 18 300 rubles)
Next representative from the Korean manufacturer: model tiller Dat 5055r. 4.7 hp engine It has the capacity to handle heavy soils. The relatively small weight of the device is fully compensated by the high-torque motor.
Reliable chain drive of the working body eliminates the need for belt slippage. All users note an easy and confident engine start. In this case, the car folds quite compactly and fits in any trunk of a passenger car.
However, even here there are some drawbacks. All users note a very low "reverse" speed. But the price looks very attractive.
7. DDE ET1200-40 (from 6 500 rub.)
Compact, lightweight and very inexpensive electric cultivator model DDE ET1200-40 Looks like an almost perfect version of "electro shovels" for unpretentious summer residents.
As with all cultivators, the low weight of the machine makes it difficult to process “heavy” soils, so it is recommended to water the soil first.
In addition, most owners immediately after the purchase carry out a simple refinement - they install side shields that do not allow knives to scatter the earth around.
6. TARPAN TMZ-MK-03 (B&S 675EXi) (from 16 000 rubles)
Strictly speaking, a wonderful example of a cultivator TARPAN TMZ-MK-03 is more than just a "shovel." The offered equipment also includes wheels, a towing device and a plow mount. That is, it is a full-fledged walk-behind tractor.
Reliable Briggs and Stretton Motor Models 675EXi compact, very unpretentious and has impressive torque. In general, for your money this is a very good acquisition with an impressive prospect of expanding opportunities.
The only thing: the worm gear is sensitive to lubrication and does not like overload, so you need to use it carefully.
5. Daewoo Power Products DAT 3530 (from 11 500 rubles)
Motolopat Daewoo DAT 3530 is a typical representative of inexpensive middle peasants. Lightweight, compact, powerful enough for plowing virgin lands.
However, thinking about buying it, keep in mind that its compact and lightweight engine, although it has impressive power (3.5 hp), is very gluttonous and requires some handling skills.
The fact is that this device uses a two-stroke motorcycle-type motor. He eats not just gasoline, but a mixture of gasoline with special oil. Starting these motors is also not always easy.
4. Huter GMC-6.5 (from 17 000 rub.)
Motor cultivator Huter GMC-6.5 manufactured in China - but under the brand and control of a German company. The economical four-stroke engine has an impressive power of 6.5 hp. The device, according to the power of the motor, is quite heavy. This allows you to process the most difficult soils.
Of the complaints, users note only in German exact, but difficult to understand instructions. Operation also requires accuracy and attention to detail.
3. Neva MB2-B MA V (from 42,700 rubles)
Neva MB2-B is a complete walk-behind tractor. That is, it is, in fact, a mini-tractor on two wheels.
Four-stroke engine rated at 6.5 hp in combination with a mass of the apparatus of 90 kg allows the processing of almost any soil. Wheels can be replaced with classic milling cutters, having received a usual motor-cultivator. But then it’s not easy to drive a heavy machine. Usually prefer to mount the plow.
The machine is considered one of the most reliable in its class at a reasonable price.
2. ELITECH KB 60N (from 13 000 rub.)
Despite the four-stroke engine with 6.5 hp, ELITECH KB 60N is a simple cultivator. A mass of 56 kg, moderate for such power, can fully realize the capabilities of the motor when milling with classical mills. The control of the device is quite comfortable.
Of the shortcomings, it can be noted that in order to reduce the cost, the manufacturer used plastic base parts in the gearbox. This leads to breakdowns in harsh operating conditions.
1. Hyundai T 850 (from 27 000 rub.)
The engine is economical and powerful - four-stroke, 6.5 hp This provides the cultivator Hyundai T 850 the ability to process the most difficult soils. Despite the Korean brand, the cultivator is available exclusively in China.
Users note the excellent thoughtfulness of the design. The motor and gearbox are very reliable.
The cultivator is stable, manageable and almost silent in operation. Possessing a powerful engine, however, fits easily in the trunk of a passenger car.
Among the shortcomings, users note that the build quality in China is not too high. Immediately after the purchase, it is imperative to inspect all threaded connections and fill the oil in accordance with the norm.
However, the combination of a well-thought-out design, power, reliability and controllability allows us to call this model the best choice in terms of price / property ratio.