Lightweight petrol cultivator: compact assistant in the summer cottage

Every owner of a country house knows that caring for a site without using additional equipment takes a lot of time. Therefore, today there are a huge number of various devices designed to facilitate work in the country. This includes a light gasoline cultivator. Let's consider how to independently choose the right device and what to look for when buying.

Lightweight petrol cultivator: is it really necessary for caring for a summer cottage?

Of course, all the tasks that cultivator, can be done with a shovel and other garden tools. However, this takes a lot of extra time and effort to cultivate even a small piece of land.

For many, the main obstacle to such an acquisition is the fear of using technique, based on the fear of not coping with complex controls. However, today a wide variety of models of devices can be found on sale, including light gasoline cultivators for women, which are so easy to operate that even elderly people can operate them.

The cultivator can be used for many different purposes, including loosening the soil, forming beds, as well as clearing the soil from weeds. High efficiency of use allows you to significantly save time and effort, while performing all the necessary tasks. Summer residents often resort to the cultivation of vegetable and potato beds, as well as areas where berries grow. And devices of small size allow you to process even hard-to-reach areas of land in flower beds and in greenhouses.

Despite its modest size, the cultivator allows harvesting, as well as leveling and fertilizing the soil, no worse than a larger device - a walk-behind tractor. The weight of the cultivator can vary between 8-50 kg. And here it is important to correctly assess your needs and choose the device that is suitable in size.

Varieties of cultivators for summer cottages: light, medium and heavy

To determine whether a light cultivator is sufficient for your needs or if you need a more serious device, you need to understand what they are and for what purposes each type is intended. If a woman can handle a device weighing about 12 kg, then larger models require more serious physical efforts. In addition, it should be borne in mind that with a light cultivator you will not be able to cultivate large areas or loosen the ground to a depth of more than 25-30 cm.

Let's consider each type of cultivator and the features of its use:

1. Light cultivator - a device that allows you to work on very small areas. It will plow the soil to a shallow depth, but it is easy to operate and also move to the right place, due to its small size and weight.
2. An average cultivator is capable of processing about 50 acres, but its size and weight are already much larger.
3. A heavy cultivator is a device weighing more than 95 kg. Its capacity is enough to process very large territories, but if we are talking about using it in the country, then such an acquisition is completely unjustified, both in terms of financial costs and in connection with the need to store and maintain the device.

It is in connection with this classification of cultivators among owners of country houses that lightweight models are most popular, which are convenient to store, as well as easy to use and maintain.

Types of engines and features of a complete set of light cultivators

Another important characteristic that will largely determine the further use of the device is the type of engine. To begin with, we will consider all the existing options, and then we will try to determine whether a gasoline cultivator has advantages over the others, and if so, which ones.

Hand cultivators are the most primitive version of this device, which consists of several discs and sprockets. This device is the most compact and lightweight, but it absolutely cannot compete with more modern models, as it is limited in functionality. All it can do is remove weeds and loosen the soil.

Electric cultivator light class - a device equipped with a motor that receives power directly from the network, that is, from the outlet. It is believed that such devices are more environmentally friendly, as they keep the atmosphere clean and do not pollute it with exhaust gases. However, the main disadvantage of this type of device is that it is extremely difficult to use them on an area of ​​more than 6 acres.

As a solution to the problem of binding to a power source, battery models have been developed that do not require direct connection to the network. This significantly expands the range of the device, but such devices cannot boast of high power.

For giving a gasoline mini cultivator is the most convenient solution. With its high power, it is not tied to an outlet and can be used completely independently. However, it should be noted that this is not the most cost-effective option among all.

Useful advice! In order to prevent the formation of carbon deposits on the engine and extend its service life, it is recommended to fill the tank with A95 or at least A92 gasoline.

Which is better: electric or gasoline cultivator for summer cottages

On the topic of which cultivator is better - gasoline or electric, there is still debate. Both options have their advantages, and much depends on which characteristics are decisive for you.

Once again, we will stipulate that the biggest drawback of electrical devices compared to gasoline ones is attachment to the outlet. Otherwise, these devices are more environmentally friendly and more stable in operation. If the area of ​​the site is small enough, then this option will be quite enough.

However, despite some disadvantages, the gasoline mini cultivator is very popular due to its autonomy, greater power of the device, and, undoubtedly, lower price. True, in this case, you have to put up with a certain degree of noise of the device, as well as the fact that periodically you still have to carry out technical inspection and sometimes repair the engine.

Attachments for motor cultivators: what is it and what is it for

In addition to the basic set of cultivators, there is also a large number of a wide variety of auxiliary elements that allow the device to perform one or another function. It is impossible to list all existing nozzles, but you can consider several of the most popular and demanded ones:

• trolley for transportation of small weights. Such an addition can be used only with sufficient power of the device, however, it can significantly facilitate the work on the site;
• special rake designed for lawn care, which allows you to thin out the grass and simultaneously eliminate dry roots;
• blade knife, which is used to remove garbage, and in bad weather - snow or mud;

• mowing machine for grass;
• a special device designed for sweeping;
• a plow designed for digging up potatoes;
• hiller with a special V-shaped share, which allows you to make perfectly even furrows for planting various crops;
• aerator - a device that makes it possible to make a hole in the ground, thus providing oxygen and water access to the roots of plants.

Useful advice! Buying a light class cultivator will be very useful for those who are engaged in greenhouse plant breeding. In such a limited area, there is simply no better device for cultivating the land.

In addition to such additional devices, there are also ways to improve the capabilities of the cultivator, for example, if there are pneumatic tires on the wheels, the throughput of the device will greatly increase. And special lugs will increase the traction of the cultivator.

What you need to know to buy a gasoline cultivator for summer cottages

In order not to make a mistake with the purchase and buy a cultivator that suits you in terms of technical characteristics and will serve you well enough for a long time, you need to take into account several important aspects, making them the basis of your choice:

• it will be better if such equipment is produced by a well-known company that has a stable position in the world market, and whose products comply with all standards and have proper certification;
• it is necessary to correctly select the power and size of the device. You don't need to buy a device with more features than you really need. It is important to understand that each additional parameter increases the price, and the greater power of the device also increases the fuel consumption required for operation. Therefore, for small areas it is better to purchase compact devices;
• in order to buy a suitable cultivator, familiarize yourself with the functions it offers in advance. So, some models can feed plants with fertilizers or prepare the land for planting;
• do not ignore such indicators as the energy intensity and productivity of the cultivator, which depend primarily on the power and quality of the parts used. This indicator can be specified by the manufacturer or you can calculate it yourself.

In addition, you need to understand that if you want to buy a gasoline cultivator inexpensively, you will have to sacrifice something: either the power or the quality of the materials used. Do not count on the fact that you will be able to purchase a quality device for a low price.

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How to choose and buy a gasoline mini cultivator based on the area of ​​the site

The expected cultivation area is one of the deciding factors in choosing the right gasoline cultivator. Therefore, before making a purchase, it is necessary to assess the upcoming work and use the following selection rules:

• if the area of ​​the treated area does not exceed 8 acres, then it would be rational to purchase a device with a capacity of 3.5 hp. At the same time, the recommended working width is 60 cm;
• for a land plot with an area of ​​9-12 acres, a light mini cultivator for a summer residence with a declared power of 4 hp is suitable. and a working width of 80 cm;
• for processing 13-35 hectares, a cultivator of higher power is required, for example, 5-6 hp. and a strip width of at least 90 cm;
• in large areas, the area of ​​which reaches 1 hectare, it is worth using 9 hp engines. and a working width of 1 m.

In all other cases, it is impractical to use cultivators and you need to think about purchasing equipment of a different level.

Useful advice! Speaking of the area, it is necessary to mean only the territory that will be processed, and not the entire site as a whole.

Review of light cultivators for summer cottages: prices and main characteristics

Different manufacturers offer a wide variety of device models that differ from each other. And the first thing that attracts the attention of buyers is the prices of gasoline cultivators for summer cottages. Consider the price boundaries for some devices and their brief characteristics:

Name	Characteristics and features	Weight, kg	Average cost, rub.
Champion GC243	Comfortable cast rubber wheels, 2-stroke engine	18,2	9500
Echo TC-210	Worm drive, 2-act engine	9,5	27000
DAEWOO DAT 3530	2-stroke engine with 16 cutters	16	12990
CAIMAN NANO 40K	Engine 4 HP	26	29990
AURORA GARDENER 450 MINI	4-stroke 5 hp engine	31	18000
TEXAS HOBBY 480 BR	4-stroke engine, worm drive	28,5	24990
Neva MK-100	4-stroke engine, multiple gears	51	24500
CHAMPION BC 5712	Adjusting the working width of the strip	52	17500
TEXAS Hobby 501TG	4-stroke engine 5.5 HP	40	14500
Hyundai Т 700	4-stroke engine 5.5 HP	47	20900

 

Review of popular models of mini motor-cultivators, their advantages and disadvantages

As you can see from the table, there are more than enough offers on the market to satisfy the requirements of absolutely any buyer. However, focusing only on prices, it is very easy to get confused and buy something that is not exactly what you need. Therefore, we will make a brief overview of the proposed models, consider not only their main characteristics, but also the advantages, disadvantages and features.

Motor-cultivator Champion GC243

This lightweight and powerful China-made cultivator is perfect for any task. Champion GC243 is suitable for work in the greenhouse, in flower beds, front gardens, as well as for processing beds. In this case, the width of the working band is 24 cm. The manufacturer provides a guarantee for its products - 12 months.

The advantages of this model include:

• light weight - 18.2 kg, which makes it easy to operate and carry the device;
• the original equipment contains 2 cutters;
• the cultivator provides plowing of the beds to a depth of 220 mm;
• two-stroke engine, power - 1.7 hp;
• the volume of the gas tank is 1.3 liters.

Among the disadvantages, the need to constantly lubricate the gearbox is noted. But according to reviews, this drawback is easily covered by the ease and ease of use, as well as its small size and light weight, which makes it easy to use the device in a limited area. The price is consistent with the quality.

Useful advice! When deciding where to buy a mini-cultivator, start your search from the official websites of the manufacturers. There you will find the most favorable price offers, and you can also get a guarantee for the product.

Light cultivator for women Echo TC-210

One of the lightest and easiest models to operate is the Echo TC-210. With a declared engine power of 1.02 HP it is capable of efficiently cultivating small areas of land, both open and closed (for example, in greenhouses). In one pass, the device captures a strip 21 cm wide.

With an almost minimum weight of 9.5 kg, the device is perfect for digging and weeding beds in small areas. This cultivator is produced in the USA and has a 2-year warranty for the engine and 5 years for the mechanism.

The main advantages of this model:

• 10-tooth cutter, which allows not only processing virgin soil, but also eliminating small roots of shrubs and trees;
• the presence of a two-stroke Japanese engine with a volume of 21.2 cm³;
• plowing depth up to 25 cm.

Among the disadvantages of this device are the lack of reverse gear, as well as a considerable price. However, almost all reviews about this cultivator are positive and testify to its high efficiency, as well as ease of use and high maneuverability.

Light petrol cultivator DAEWOO DAT 3530

If you want to buy an inexpensive gasoline cultivator for summer cottages, then the DAEWOO DAT 3530 model is an ideal option. Made in China, it is in no way inferior to European-level instruments and copes well with any heavy soils. Among the pleasant additions to this model is the presence of a primer, which allows you to start the device without problems even after it has not been used for a long time. Among other advantages of this model are noted:

• transfer of 90% of torque from the engine to the cutters;
• the ability to easily disassemble the structure for maintenance;
• use of special high-strength steel for the manufacture of cutters;
• double wheels;
• adjust the opener;
• foldable handle.

The manufacturer provides a 3-year warranty for its products, which additionally indicates the high quality of the devices. And the low weight and dimensions make the use of this unit simple and convenient.

Useful advice! The presence of a folding mechanism in the handle of the cultivator makes it comfortable to transport it in the car. If you have a need to transport such a device, it is better to worry about this feature in advance.

Cultivator CAIMAN NANO 40K

Not the lightest, but very easy to use French cultivator, equipped with a 4-stroke engine. When purchasing this device, you get a 3-year manufacturer's warranty, as well as many additional benefits:

• in case of registration of a purchase, the warranty period is extended for another 1 year;
• the ability to process soil to a depth of 32 cm;
• foldable and adjustable handle;
• capture of the working surface - 60 cm;
• Kawasaki FG 100 4 hp engine

The price of a mini cultivator for giving this model cannot be called low, however, given the offered quality, as well as the substantial warranty period, such expenses will be fully justified.Moreover, if you plan to use the device often enough or its brand matters to you.

Simple and convenient cultivator AURORA GARDENER 450 MINI

It is a very compact cultivator that allows you to cultivate the soil and prepare the soil for the winter season. The engine starting system is simplified as much as possible, which makes it easy to use the device for women, as well as for elderly people. Also, this Chinese model is equipped with a sturdy case that can withstand quite serious loads.

The main advantages of the device:

• the gearbox housing is made of durable metal;
• economical consumption of gasoline;
• the package includes 16 cutters, stop discs, and a transport wheel;
• the presence of height adjustment of the handle;
• 4-stroke, overhead valve engine.

Another feature of this model is the presence of control knobs on the handle. On the left side you can switch speeds, and on the right side you can control the throttle.

Petrol mini cultivator TEXAS HOBBY 480 BR

Another Chinese cultivator model designed for the cultivation of small land plots. Equipped with an American-made engine, it has a 1-year warranty and many positive features:

the ability to adjust the position of the handle and adjust to the height of the user;

• aluminium case;
• 4-stroke American Briggs & Stratton 500 series engine with a capacity of 4.5 hp;
• worm drive;
• convenient for transportation.

Among the shortcomings, one can only note the presence of only two speeds (forward and backward).

Mini cultivator Neva MK-100

For the production of cultivators Neva today they use Japanese engines, although it is worth noting that the assembly process itself is carried out in Russia. The manufacturer's warranty for its products is 2 years.

Motor-cultivators Neva MK-100 are a line of devices similar in basic characteristics, which, nevertheless, have some differences. For example, the model Neva MK-100-07R differs from the Neva MK-100-07 by the presence of special protective discs designed to prevent foreign objects from entering the working mechanism.

Among the advantages of the light cultivator Neva are the following characteristics:

• the presence of several gears, which makes the device more maneuverable;
• modest fuel consumption - 280 g / hp h;
• the presence of a 4-stroke engine;
• convenient location of the center of gravity, which makes it possible to comfortably use and move the cultivator;
• the ability to install a wide variety of additional attachments to perform any tasks and work in various conditions.

Among the shortcomings, a considerable weight is noted, but otherwise the design of this option is excellent for use in domestic conditions and for processing small areas.

Useful advice! Russian motor-cultivators occupy an equally strong position in the world market. Therefore, when making a choice, one should not neglect the consideration of models of domestic production.

Cultivator CHAMPION BC 5712

A lightweight and very handy device equipped with a four-stroke engine, designed for processing a large enough area and applying mineral fertilizers to the soil. It is possible to adjust the working width at positions of 30, 55 and 85 cm. In addition, the device is equipped with a system for reducing the amount of harmful emissions into the atmosphere. The device is manufactured in China and has a 12 month warranty period.

Why buy the light CHAMPION BC 5712 cultivator:

• the presence of two speeds: forward and backward;
• the basic equipment includes wheels, side protection, cutters, and a coulter;
• the ability to plow the soil to a depth of 30-33 cm;
• ample opportunities for using additional attachments and accessories.

While this is far from the easiest option, the size of the petrol mini-cultivator of this model allows you to work on heavy soil and large areas. Additionally, the system is equipped with an automatic shutdown in the event of jamming of the cutters, which makes working with the device safe.

Motor-cultivator Texas Hobby 501TG

Chinese-made petrol cultivator with a 12-month warranty. This is one of the most popular options, despite its weight. It is chosen as an alternative between too light and too heavy devices.

Advantages of the Texas Hobby 501TG motor cultivator:

• processing depth up to 33 cm;
• width of the processed strip - 50 cm;
• includes 4 cutters;
• single-cylinder 4-stroke 5.5 hp engine;
• worm gear.

Useful advice! When purchasing a motor-cultivator, think also that you will need to take care of the availability of storage space for it. In this regard, choose a model of a suitable size, and, if necessary, with the ability to partially disassemble or fold the device.

Cultivator Hyundai Т 700

Quite a heavy cultivator with a 4-stroke Hyundai IS 160 engine. The peculiarity of this model is the one hundred percent transmission of torque from the engine. Despite the seemingly large enough weight, the model is very maneuverable and mobile. It is possible to significantly expand the capabilities of the device with additional elements.

The advantages of this cultivator:

• the ability to process soil to a depth of 30 cm;
• 5.5 hp engine;
• rotational speed of cutters - 114 rpm;
• the volume of the fuel tank is 3.6 liters.

The price of a petrol mini-cultivator for giving this model is determined as average. On the Internet, you can find a sufficient number of reviews that claim that for this gasoline cultivator the price is justified.

By deciding to buy a light gasoline cultivator, you will allow yourself to save a huge amount of effort that you have to spend annually on cultivating your summer cottage. Moreover, today the choice among simple and not too expensive models is large enough. The main thing that you need to do before buying a mini cultivator is to correctly assess your needs and capabilities.