Types of mowers for tractors: what they are and how much they cost

Rotary mower for a mini tractor
Mini tractors are small and maneuverable helpers in agriculture, construction, public utilities and the forestry industry. But without equipment, mini tractors become useless equipment. In this article we will look at equipment - a rotary mower for a mini tractor. The reader will learn how the equipment works, what features it has, reviews of the most popular models and their price, photos and videos.

What types of mowers are there?

All mowers can be divided into types according to the following parameters :

• the method of influencing the grass;
• type of installation on the tractor;
• purpose.

Method of treating grass

There are 3 ways to influence green mass:

1. Rotary.
2. Segmental.
3. Special.
4. Tsepovoy.

The basis of rotary mechanisms is a rotor - a rotating metal disk with knives attached to it.

This cutting tool is well suited for work where there is a chance of colliding with an obstacle , such as a stone or a piece of rebar. In most cases, hitting such an obstacle will not damage the knife, and even if the cutting edge becomes dull, it is not difficult to replace the part.

The disadvantage of rotary mowers is the low speed of cutting the grass, as well as the cutting of the cut, which causes the plants to get sick for some time.

The basis of segmental mechanisms is a triangular knife (tooth, tooth), fixed on a base, the so-called beam. The upper and lower bars are positioned so that the knives move close to each other and act like scissors.

Some mowers are equipped with fingers, that is, metal pins that separate the continuous grass mass into separate bundles, thanks to which the teeth cut it more efficiently . The advantages of such devices are high mowing speed and a gentle cut that does not injure the plants. Their disadvantage is that they are more complex to maintain and repair.

Special mowers are equipped with a segment or rotary cutting tool and additional equipment, thanks to which they not only cut, but also partially process the grass. The most popular is a combination of mowers with conditioners or shredders. Conditioners compress the grass, destroying the stem structure, which speeds up its drying out.

Shredders change the operating mode of rotary mowers, forcing them not only to cut, but also to repeatedly chop vegetation, turning it into fine crumbs.

Flail mowers are not equipped with knives, but with metal hammers located on a shaft in a spiral. When the shaft is untwisted, they create a powerful vertical air flow that lifts even crushed grass, then they cut and shred it.

The main advantage of devices of this type is safety, because even a stone caught under hammers will not fly out, which means it will not break anything or injure anyone.

They have many more disadvantages:

• high power consumption;
• high price;
• the need to use a separate set of hammers for each type of grass.

Type of connection to the tractor

There are 2 ways to connect such equipment to a tractor:

• mounted;
• trailed

The hinged method provides rigid fixation of the equipment to the vehicle frame, and also, depending on the configuration, allows you to change its position relative to the tractor frame.

Regardless of the size of the equipment, the entire load falls on the tractor, so the weight of the mower and the maximum distance it can be moved depends on the weight of the tractor.

The trailed method allows the use of much heavier and larger devices, because the entire load falls on their wheels , and the tractor acts as a conveyor and source of energy. In this case, control of the position of the mower and its transfer from the transport to the working position occurs from the tractor cabin.

The machine operator turns on the corresponding hydraulic drive and the hydraulic cylinders change the angles of deflection of the drawbar relative to the tractor frame and the cutting element.

This configuration allows single-bar mowers to be transported on public roads, but two or three-bar mowers can only be transported across fields , because their design does not have the same flexibility as single-bar mowers.

Purpose

By purpose, all mowers can be divided into:

• road;
• field.

Road devices include all devices designed for mowing grass along roads or in residential areas, so there are different types of such mowers, for example :

• manipulators, capable of cutting vegetation at a distance of several meters from the vehicle and at various angles;
• road, that is, intended for mowing grass along the side of the road;
• shiftable, the reach of which relative to the tractor can be changed within the limits of their length, including changing the angle of inclination.

How to choose a rotary mower

The equipment must be suitable for the landscape of the site and the purpose of the work (harvesting hay for livestock or simply mowing the lawn). The main technical criteria are the width and height of the mowing, the type of attachment, productivity, maximum tilt, and the required power of the mini tractor.

By purpose

All rotary equipment is divided into 2 types:

• Lawn mowers - models for chopping greenery. Their scope is lawn care, primary tillage of fields, mulching (surface covering of the soil).
• Hay mowers are units for cutting grass and laying it in ridges (windrows). This technique is used to prepare feed for livestock.

By mounting method

There are 3 types of rotary models:

• Trailed mowers are mounted at the rear of a mini tractor. They cut grass low and do not require high power from the tractor. This option is suitable for caring for lawns and preparing mulch.
• Semi-mounted – side-mounted models (mounted with a special bracket to the rear suspension). The bulk of the structure falls on the trailer bracket, a longitudinal beam with a pneumatic wheel. This option is especially good for treating large areas.
• Mounted mowers are mowers that are attached to a mini tractor both front and rear. Their angle of inclination can often be adjusted. In addition, such models may have one or more support wheels. This is a universal type that is suitable for both small areas and spacious fields.

According to technical characteristics

The following parameters are important:

• Productivity . The more hectares/hour, the faster the mower does the job.
• Cutting height . The maximum for lawn care is 5 cm. For hay making, this figure should be higher.
• Maximum tilt angle . The larger it is, the more convenient it is to work on uneven areas. This function is especially useful for mowing hard-to-reach roadsides and slopes.
• Fuse (damper) . It will protect the cutting device from damage if the blades hit a stone, hard debris or other obstacle.
• Shoulder length (important for semi-mounted models). If it is short, then one of the rotors will be partially behind the wheel, and the equipment will not be able to work fully. Due to the long beam, the stems of the cut grass will suffer. With each new mowing trip you will have to run into the ridges that lie to the left of the mini tractor. If the arm is selected correctly, the windrows are always placed between the wheels.

How to select a device for a tractor?

To choose the right mower, proceed as follows :

• determine the goals for which you need a mower;
• choose the most suitable type of mounted or trailed device to achieve these goals;
• choose the configuration that is best suited for such purposes;
• choose a tractor that you can dedicate to working with the mower without compromising other activities;
• select several device options for the tractor that meet the requirements described above;
• determine the size of the budget for the purchase of such equipment;
• Determine the mower that best meets your goals and fits within your budget.

conclusions

In this article, you had the opportunity to learn how to make a rotary mower with your own hands. In fact, as you have seen for yourself, there is nothing particularly complicated in this process, so even a non-professional can easily cope with this kind of manipulation. However, if you don’t want to take risks and start small, we offer you a manual gasoline grass mower.

The most important thing in making a rotary mower is that you carefully follow our advice both regarding manufacturing and safety.

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Mowers for various machines

In this section we will talk about:

• the most popular tractor models;
• mounted or trailed devices that are suitable for them;
• the possibilities that appear in the tractor after installing one or another mower;
• areas of application of such a vehicle.

MTZ 80, 82

The history of this legendary tractor begins in 1966, when the USSR Council of Ministers issued Decree No. 606 on the need to create a tractor with a power of 80 hp.
With. with traction class 1.4. In order not to start production from scratch, engineers used the well-proven MTZ 50 model , taking its layout as a basis.

The new model met the requirements and turned out to be so successful that the MTZ 80/MTZ 82 (the modifications differed only in front-wheel drive, the MTZ 80 did not have it) soon became a universal tractor.

Each tractor is standardly equipped with a hydraulic system necessary for the operation of suspended or trailed devices, as well as a power take-off shaft (PTO).

The fastenings of the standard mounted system allow you to install equipment weighing up to two tons both in front of the machine and behind it; for trailed equipment the weight limit is 3.5 tons.

Here are the most popular mowers that are combined with this tractor:

1. KOR-16.
2. KDP-310.
3. KTP-6M.
4. KSP-2.1 B2 Schumacher.

KOR-16

This crane mower is designed for cutting grass and small shrubs (stems no more than two cm in diameter) on various slopes, for example, roadsides or drainage canal walls. The operator controls the position of the cutting tool from the cab, and after completing the work, leaves the tractor only to secure the equipment in transport mode.

Here are the main characteristics of the mower:

• working width 1.6 m;
• maximum distance of the mower from the tractor (width of the slope that the device can process) 3.5 m;
• operating speed 0.5–5 km/h;
• weight 850 kg;
• mounting location - frame between the front and rear wheels;
• cost 350 thousand rubles.

KDP-310

This semi-trailer model mows any green material, then places it on the field for subsequent drying.
Modifications with adapters carry out additional processing of the plant material , due to which it dries faster.

The mower is attached to a standard rear suspension, and hydraulic cylinders connected to the vehicle's hydraulic system change its location. In the transport position it is located behind the tractor, and in the working position it is strongly extended to the side.

The device is equipped with six cutting discs, resulting in a working width of 3.1 m. The cardan shafts located one behind the other transmit the rotational energy of the PTO with a minimum level of vibration .

The operator can directly from the cab change not only the location of the device relative to the vehicle, but also the mowing height.

The total length of the tractor and towbar allows the mower to be transported even on public roads, but the operator must have sufficient driving qualifications to operate such bulky equipment.

Here are the main parameters of the device:

• working width 3.1 m;
• number of disks 6;
• weight 1850 kg; operating speed 3–15 km/h;
• dimensions in transport position (including tractor) 8.2x3.3x1.8 (length, width, height) m;
• cost 950–1200 thousand rubles (depending on the configuration).

KTP-6M

This trailed three-bar mower provides faster grass mowing, so it is most effective on large, flat areas. A segment-finger cutting tool works faster than a rotary one and also damages vegetation less, and 3 beams installed one after the other provide a working width of 6 m .

Due to its large size, the mower is unsuitable for driving on public roads, so even in the transport (assembled) position, it can only be transported across fields.

Here are the main parameters of the mower:

• mowing width 6 m;
• weight 1.2 t;
• travel speed with raised but not fixed cutting tools ≥8 km/h;
• travel speed in transport position ≥18 km/h;
• cost 270 thousand rubles.

KSP-2.1 B2 Schumacher

This single-bar segment-finger mower with a cutting tool designed for cutting grass on flat areas .
It is installed on the tractor using a standard rear suspension device, and the position of the beam is controlled by a hydraulic cylinder.

This model copes well with any grass, as well as shrubs, the thickness of the branches does not exceed 10 mm.

Here are its main characteristics:

• working width 2.1 m;
• weight 180 kg;
• maximum operating speed 12 km/h;
• maximum transport speed (mower raised and secured) 25 km/h;
• cost 75 thousand rubles.

T 25

The history of this tractor begins in the mid-sixties of the twentieth century, when it became obvious that medium and heavy tractors alone were not enough for agriculture, so a self-propelled machine with an engine power of 20–40 hp was required. With .

The Kharkov Tractor Plant (1966) was the first to produce the promising model, then the Vladimir Tractor Plant (VTZ) began producing the T25. The products of the Vladimir plant turned out to be more successful, thanks to which the unofficial name “Vladimirets” was assigned to the T25.

The distinctive features of this tractor were:

• two-cylinder diesel engine with a power of 20–25 hp. With.;
• front wheels of reduced diameter;
• rear axle drive only;
• traction class 0.6.

VTZ produced this model without fundamental changes until the plant went bankrupt in 2022 , and in 2022 other enterprises stopped producing the outdated tractor. Instead, some manufacturers offer a more modern option costing about two hundred thousand rubles.

Various modifications of the basic version, identical in general layout and engine power, but different in price, are offered by various Russian and foreign manufacturers, often retaining the original name T 25 for their products.

T 25 belongs to tractors of traction class 0.6, therefore most of the mowers that are mounted with MTZ 80 are not suitable for it, however, the segment-finger KSP-2.1 can be installed on both models.

In addition, the following devices are suitable :

1. Samasz Z-064/3.
2. 9G-1.6 RF.
3. SCOUT BRM-100.
4. EF-125.

Samasz Z-064/3

This is a Polish mounted mower, suitable for tractors with a 20 HP engine.
s., so it can be installed on any modification of the T25. It is durable and of high quality workmanship.

Used on flat areas, as well as swampy and flooded meadows cleared of stones.

The device is equipped with two cutting discs with four knives each, the standard cutting height is 5.2 cm, this parameter can be changed by installing additional rings.

Here are the main parameters of such a mower:

• minimum tractor power 20 hp. With.;
• working width 135 cm;
• weight 235 kg;
• cost 60 thousand rubles.

9G-1.6 RF

A Russian-made segment-finger mower with a working width of 1.6 m, the mowing height and position (transport or working) are adjusted manually .

This allows you to install the device on any tractors with a traction class of 0.6 or less, even mini-tractors without a hydraulic drive.

The mower is mounted on the tractor using a standard three-point suspension.

Here are the characteristics of the device:

• working width 1.6 m;
• cutting height 6–8 cm;
• weight 110 kg;
• cost 50 thousand rubles.

SCOUT BRM-100

This Chinese double-disc mower works with any tractor whose engine power exceeds 12 hp. With. This model is equipped with a hydraulic cylinder, so the operator does not have to move it into the transport position using his physical strength; it is enough to turn on the corresponding function of the tractor.

Here are the main parameters of the device:

• working width 80 cm;
• weight 54 kg;
• cost 32 thousand rubles.

EF-125

This flail mower is suitable for mowing any grass and shrubs, the thickness of the branches does not exceed 3 cm.
All cut vegetation is subjected to repeated grinding, due to which the output is fine mulch, which is why the device is unsuitable for making haylage or straw .

The mower is installed on a standard three-point suspension behind the tractor, without displacement, because the hammers create a powerful air flow and effectively lift the grass that has been crushed by the wheels.

The EF-125 is transferred from the working position to the transport position and back manually or using a separate hydraulic cylinder built into the standard tractor suspension.

Here are the main parameters of the mower:

• working width 125 cm;
• maximum operating speed on low-growing soft grass 10 km/h;
• weight 160 kg;
• cost 100 thousand rubles.

T 40

During the development of the virgin lands of Kazakhstan and other territories, a need arose for a middle-class tractor, so the Lipetsk Tractor Plant (LTZ) received an order for the development and production of appropriate equipment.

The first tractors rolled off the assembly line in 1961 and were in production until 1965, when an all-wheel drive modification appeared.

Since then, the T 40 has undergone many changes, but in its classic form it was produced only until 1995, after which LTZ abandoned this model. However, the Lipetsk Tractor Plant still produces spare parts for the T 40, and other manufacturers offer many tractors that have inherited the basic configuration of the legendary “magpie”.

Here are the main characteristics of the tractor:

• engine power 37 or 50 hp. With. (both modifications were found);
• traction class 0.9;
• rear-wheel drive (T 40) or all-wheel drive (T 40A);
• weight 2.6 t; smaller front wheels;
• three-point separate-aggregate hydraulic mounted system;
• side and rear PTO.

On the T 40 you can install any mower designed for the T 25, as well as most of the equipment mounted on the MTZ 80 and 82. When choosing a mower suitable for the MTZ, check what traction class it is designed for .

T 16

The T 16 is not a tractor, but a self-propelled chassis, which differs from classic tractors in layout and purpose.
A low-power engine is installed behind the driver's cab, and in front there is only a frame on which various equipment can be placed .

Despite the fact that the basic model was discontinued back in 1967, various modifications of the T 16 were produced until 1995, and now modern versions are being produced, such as the SSh-2540 or VTZ-30SSh.

This self-propelled chassis belongs to the traction class 0.6, that is, any mower that can be installed on the T 25 is suitable for it, but much depends on the modification and location of the power take-off shafts .

If the device is equipped with only a rear PTO, then the mower can only be placed at the rear, but if the shaft is moved to the side and/or forward, then attachments can also be installed.

For a mini tractor

The main difficulty faced by those who are looking for mowers for mini tractors is the very definition of a mini or full-size tractor. After all, some manufacturers classify the same T 25 as mini, while others classify it as full-size.

Therefore, focus on the traction class, and also consider the following :

1. Traction class 0.2 applies not only to mini-tractors with a 10 hp engine. With. and weighing 500 kg, but also heavy walk-behind tractors whose weight exceeds 2 centners.
2. The 0.4 traction class was produced only in the middle of the twentieth century; today it is impossible to buy such a new mini or full-size tractor.
3. The traction class of 0.6 is borderline, because it is assigned to both professional mini-tractors and junior models of full-size equipment.

In addition, consider the location of the PTO and the configuration of the attachments; an adapter (adapter) may be required to install the selected mower.

Equipment Features

Segment equipment for mini tractors is more difficult to maintain and maintain than rotary equipment. But the quality of mowing is higher. The design resembles numerous scissors. Between two metal bars there are working fingers, some of which are in motion, the others stand still. The grass falls between the knives - fingers and is cut off. They are suitable for small private farms and farmers for whom agriculture is a business.

Models of segment mowers differ in power, configuration, and method of aggregation with a mini tractor. There are mounted and semi-mounted models. Semi-mounted segment equipment has a support wheel with which you can adjust the height of the bevel. They are lifted and transported using hydraulic cylinders. The front ones have a simpler device and the main action comes from the drive of the mini tractor.

In Russia, you can easily buy a segment model directly from home, via the Internet. But are all models of high quality? When choosing a mower for your mini-helper, we recommend paying attention to a number of factors:

1. Mower power.
2. Grass cutting width.
3. Minimum and maximum bevel height.

For large farms, you need to buy equipment with high power. For personal use, to mow a small lawn in front of the house or remove vegetation between fruit and berry bushes and trees, you can choose a miniature mower.

The market offers segmented mowers of domestic, Ukrainian, Belarusian, Western and Chinese production. Equipment from the countries of the former Union is of high quality and has a reasonable price. Spare parts and components for mowers are available in any specialized department. Western equipment is of high quality, but due to the economic situation it is expensive and it is almost impossible to get spare parts. Chinese mowers are among the most inexpensive. But buying them means drawing a lottery ticket blindly. It is difficult to predict whether you will be lucky with the purchase or not.

Is it possible to put a mower from a walk-behind tractor on a mini tractor?

The engine power and traction force of the smallest mini-tractors and heavy walk-behind tractors are comparable, so four (less often three-wheeled) equipment can cope with attachments originally intended for two-wheeled devices.

The main problem that will have to be solved when installing a mower from a walk-behind tractor onto a mini tractor is the different method of transmitting torque and attaching it to the frame.

Even if the attachment is designed to be connected to the PTO, the power take-off shaft of the walk-behind tractor often differs from the same shaft of the mini-tractor, so you will have to use an adapter.

The same applies to the attachment and mounting method , so you have to either select a mower for a specific tractor, or redo the attachments and attachment of existing equipment.

However, it is possible to install a mower from a walk-behind tractor onto a mini tractor, because they work on the same principle.

Principle of operation

First of all, it is worth noting that this kind of mechanism is intended for work that is carried out in meadows and fields, namely related to mowing. Moreover, these can be not only crops that are grown in the agricultural field, but also the device can quite easily and simply cope with weeds, which in fact also overwhelm our fields.

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It is this kind of activity that is the main focus of the functionality of rotary mowers, which are a kind of trailer to the tractor that moves them.

It is worth noting that this mower has three types of unique attachment to transport, namely: mounted, trailed and semi-mounted.

Features of work

Moreover, this cutting device has the possibility of a kind of separation, which consists in the fact that the tool can be installed either from the side of the mower, in the front part , as well as in the rear area of ​​​​the device.

As for the very start of operation of a mower of this type, it can actually be done both from the transmission of the tractor itself, and with the help of the movement of the wheels of this vehicle. A support wheel is attached to a frame made of metal; it is this wheel that has the cutting element.

In fact, by producing its movement, it, let’s say, provokes the cutting system to move; it is thanks to this kind of process that the mowing itself is carried out.

Moreover, this kind of mower may have three unique knives. In fact, their number directly depends on the model of the device itself.

Assembly diagram

It is worth noting that this amount of these elements is the most optimal and effective, since the level of productivity of the tool itself increases . And in general, rotary mowers have quite significant indicators regarding safety and quality.

Can chain mowers be mounted on a tractor?

There is no clear definition of a chain mower, because some call it rotary models, on which scrap metal chains are installed instead of knives , while others mean flail (hammer) devices by this name.
Models with chains are used only by those who make their own mower and try to ensure maximum performance at a minimum cost, even at the expense of quality.

Flail mowers provide good quality of the cut surface and cope well with even relatively thick (1–5 cm) branches, but due to the high price they cannot compete with analogues of other types .

They are most effective when paired with a tractor equipped with a long arm, which, coupled with maximum safety, makes them popular among utility workers serving city parks and lawns.

Where is it more profitable to buy equipment in large cities?

You can buy a mower for a mini tractor in any region via the Internet. But before purchasing, we recommend that you look at prices in neighboring regions. Thus, the Koala 1000 model in Kazan costs from 175 thousand rubles, and in neighboring Nizhny Novgorod it can be bought for 185 thousand rubles. Delivery from large dealers is free, so it is more profitable to buy a custom-made mower. If you decide to buy equipment in your region, we recommend visiting showrooms where dealers will demonstrate how to set up and operate the equipment.

Where to buy a mower for a mini tractor can be seen in the table:

Reviews about the companies are very positive, and the equipment is tested before sales. Buying a new generation mower, a chain mower with a grass catcher or with tedders, means reducing the time for preparing feed and reducing the consumption of your farm.

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How much does the device cost?

We have prepared a table that includes all the most popular mowers, as well as their following parameters:

• type (P – rotary, S – segmental, C – flail, M – manipulator);
• weight in kg;
• grip width in cm;
• cost in thousand rubles;
• required tractor traction class.

Here is the table:

How to connect equipment to the T-25?

It is important to choose the right mower model for the T-25 agricultural machine and secure it before work. You need to attach the mower to a switched off machine standing on level ground.

First, the longitudinal rods are fixed, after setting the wheel track, using special chains. The hitch rises to the upper extreme position. This is done by adjusting the lever, which is located on the shaft spline. The rear hinges are mounted at a height of 60.1 cm from the ground.

In front of the canopy, you must drive up to the mower in reverse and move the handle distributor to the floating position. Next, the tractor axle is connected, which is located on the frame of the equipment.

The frame axles of the mower have two sides. The rod on different sides should have dimensions: 0.29 cm, 0.25 cm. After moving the mower, its axles are secured. The end outside the axle should protrude 0.28 cm. The axles are fixed with the canopy rods and secured with latches.