Walk-behind tractors Cascade. Review, characteristics. Mini tractor made from a walk-behind tractor

A walk-behind tractor is a modern universal mechanical tool used for all kinds of gardening work. For small and medium-sized areas, the best option would be a machine weighing up to 130 kg. If the area is more than a hectare, it is better to look towards more massive industrial professional units.

These devices are universal, because they are manufactured with the possibility of using additional attachments, which significantly increases the number of work performed.

Description

Cascade walk-behind tractors are common in Russia and the CIS countries. Their developers managed to combine everything necessary for this type of equipment: long service life, maintainability and great functionality.

Motoblock Cascade MB 61-12

Cascade walk-behind tractors are capable of performing a wide range of tasks thanks to attachments, while they are easy to operate and change gears, all levers are located in an intuitive place.

Thanks to the large selection of models in each series, buyers can choose the best option based on their needs and price.

They are produced in Permian. Their walk-behind tractors are valued for the high quality of their components and their long service life. The production of walk-behind tractors began in Soviet times and continues to this day.

The products are certified to ISO 9001. Thanks to this system, all machines are manufactured using standard technology and with standard components. That is, both the first and one hundred and first Cascade walk-behind tractor will be of the same quality.

Thanks to these devices, it is possible to replace manual labor with automated labor in most agricultural work. Cascade walk-behind tractors will help you remove garbage from your territory, cultivate the soil, plant, dig and care for potatoes, mow the grass, remove garbage and much more.

All Cascade walk-behind tractors have 2 gears for driving forward and one for moving backward.

The Perm plant offers several modifications of each walk-behind tractor, and therefore it is necessary to understand their decoding.

The designation of Cascade walk-behind tractors is as follows:

MBH-XX-YY-ZZ
X-XX	walk-behind tractor series designation;
YY	designation of the walk-behind tractor modification;
ZZ	steering column designation.

The Perm plant produces 6 different series of walk-behind tractors X-XX (we will look at each of them in more detail below):

MB6-06;
MB6-08;
MB61-12;
MB61-21;
MB61-22;
Motoblocks Cascade with Lifan engine.

Here are the modifications presented in Cascade walk-behind tractors (YY):

02 - models with reinforced gearbox;
04 – models with a basic gearbox;
05 – models with a reinforced gearbox and a wider speed range;
06 – version 05 with additional wheel unlocking;
07 – version 05 with automatic wheel unlocking.

Below are the descriptions of the steering column:

01 – standard;
02 - rotary.

In total, the Perm plant offers 51 different modifications of Cascade walk-behind tractors! What other manufacturer can show such a quantity of equipment?

Let's take a closer look at each episode.

Cascade MB6-06

The main difference in all series is the installed engine and its rated power. Based on this, their main purpose and place of operation is determined.

Motoblock Cascade MB6-06

MB 6-06 is the first series of old Soviet Cascade walk-behind tractors, which is considered basic and is intended for use in medium-sized garden plots.

Technical characteristics Cascade MB 6-06
Plowing depth	up to 32 cm
Plowing width	31 or 61 cm. This walk-behind tractor is capable of working with two plows at the same time;
Device weight	105 kg
Maximum speed	reaches 10 km/h when working on soft ground.

Gear shifting occurs using a special lever.

However, the main factor is the engine. The old Cascade MB6-6 is equipped with a Kaluga-made DM-66 motor with the following characteristics:

power 6 hp;
engine capacity is 317 cm3;
one cylinder with a diameter of 76 mm;
torque can reach 14.2 Nm;
device weight 25 kg.

The engine is started using a manual starter with a cord. The engine is additionally equipped with a decompressor, which makes the starting process easier.

The fuel tank is designed for 4.5 liters of gasoline. It is recommended to use AI-80, 92 or 95. Average fuel consumption per hour is approximately 1.9 - 2 hp.

According to the operating instructions, it is necessary to fill in oil of the 10W-30 or 10W-40 series.

The cost of the new Cascade walk-behind tractor of the MB6-06 series ranges from 31 to 33 thousand rubles. In the same price range are Luch, Neva MB and Salyut 5BS with 6 hp.

Cascade MB6-08

These walk-behind tractors are the most popular among the entire family of devices from the Perm plant; they are better than the MB-6-06. Its top speed is 10.3 km/h. The greatest plowing depth is 30 cm, and the width of the cultivated land can be 45, 60 and 95 cm.

Motoblock Cascade MB6-08

These machines are equipped with Kaluga-made DM-68 engines with a special oil pump. It perfectly lubricates all rubbing surfaces, thereby extending the service life of the entire Cascade walk-behind tractor. It is recommended to use 10W-30 or 10W-40 series oil. The MB6-08 is driven by a manual starter.

Technical characteristics of the DM-68 engine
Volume	317 cm3
Power	6 hp
Torque	14.2 Nm
Type	1-cylinder, diameter 76 cm and compression ratio – 6.64

It is recommended to use AI-80, 92 and 95 fuel. The volume of the gasoline tank is 3.3 liters. On average, the Cascade MB6-08 walk-behind tractor consumes 1.85-1.95 liters of fuel in one hour of intensive work.

The price for this model starts from 33,400 rubles. Based on this, the analogues of the Cascade MB6-08 are the same as those of the 6-06 model: Neva MB and Salyut 5 BS. However, Cascade is better in quality.

Cascade MB61-12

This is an already improved model, which is equipped with a chain gearbox and a belt clutch.

The maximum tillage depth is 26 cm. The weight of the Cascade walk-behind tractor series MB61-12 is 94.5 kg. The highest speed is 13 km/h.

Motoblock Cascade MB61-12

Instead of Kaluga engines, the MB61-12 cascade walk-behind tractors are equipped with imported four-stroke B& SI/C engines. They are equipped with a carburetor starting system and forced air cooling. The valves and camshaft are located at the top.

The B& motor has a significant service life and the following characteristics:

Volume – 206 cm3;
Engine power – 6 hp;
One cylinder with a diameter of 68 cm;
Maximum torque – 12.6 Nm;
Gear shifting occurs using a convenient lever.

It is difficult to answer which motor is better. The difference between the SI/C engine and the B& is more power - 7.5 hp and more torque.

This engine runs exclusively on high-octane fuel AI-92 or AI-95. The tank is designed for 3.6 liters of gasoline. Average fuel consumption is 1.6-1.8 liters per hour of operation.

For engine lubrication, the use of synthetic motor oils 5W-30 and semi-synthetic 10W-30 is recommended.

The Cascade MB61-12 walk-behind tractor starts up manually.

Cost and analogues Depending on the power, the cost of the Cascade walk-behind tractor series MB61-12 also changes. Here are approximate prices:

6.0 horsepower will cost from 34,900 rubles;
6.5 horsepower will cost from 40,140 rubles;
7.5 horsepower starts at 45,400 rubles.

The latter are not very popular, because in operation the high power is not particularly noticeable, and their cost is about 50% more expensive.

The closest analogues are considered to be the Salyut 100 with identical engines, the Neva MB-2B-6 and the Neva MB-2B-6.5.

Cascade MB61-21

The tillage depth of this model ranges from 10 to 20 cm. This is enough to use Cascade walk-behind tractors on private plots and carry out all agricultural work.

Motoblock Cascade MB61-21

The weight of devices from this series is 105 kg.

The highest tillage speed is 13 km/h.

The Cascade MB61-21 uses a mechanical belt clutch.

The walk-behind tractors of this series are equipped with Robin-Subaru EX-21 engines. Their power can vary from 6 to 7 horsepower.

The most common is the model with 7 hp. and the following characteristics:

Volume – 211 cm3;
The highest torque is 13.9 Nm;
One cylinder with a diameter of 67 mm and a compression ratio of 8.5;
Gears are changed using a lever.

Robin-Subaru EX-21

The engine runs on AI-92 or AI-95 gasoline. The volume of the fuel tank is 3.6 liters. One hour of intensive work consumes from 1.65 to 1.85 liters of fuel.

In winter, it is recommended to use 5W-30 synthetic oil; during the rest of the year, you can use 10W-30 oil. The price for walk-behind tractors Cascade MB61-21 ranges from 40 to 48 thousand rubles. There are models from other manufacturers with the same engines:

Salyut 100 R-M1;
Favorite;
Neva MB-3S;
Craftsman 23030S;
Caiman Vario 60S.

Cascade MB61-22

Models from this series weigh 105 kg. The maximum plowing depth is 32 cm. Cascade MB61-22 walk-behind tractors are designed to work with the heaviest areas and large areas.

Engine Honda GX-220

It is equipped with a modern Honda GX-220 engine, which is considered the standard among engines for small agricultural machinery. The engine has high efficiency and a long service life.

Thanks to air cooling, work can be done for a long time without stopping. The Honda GX-220 engine has the following characteristics:

Volume – 196 cm3;
Power from 6 to 7 hp;
The fuel tank holds 4.5 liters;
Gasoline with an octane rating of at least 92 is used;
Fuel consumption ranges from 1.4-1.7 liters per hour of operation.

The price for walk-behind tractors Cascade MB61-22 starts from 41 thousand rubles.

With a similar price and Honda GX-220 engine, models from the following manufacturers are available:

Neva;
Ruslan;
MTZ;
Favorite;
Ray;
Firework.

Malfunctions of the main components and recommendations for elimination

Proper care of equipment is designed to minimize the number of breakdowns. However, low-quality parts and fuel can create problems for owners. You can independently determine the cause of the problem and repair the Cascade walk-behind tractor in several cases.

Gearbox malfunctions. Breakdown of this unit is caused by irregular oil changes and failure to comply with recommended operating conditions. Gearbox problems can be recognized by the changed sound of operation. If necessary, replacing the oil seal in the Cascade walk-behind tractor is not difficult. To do this, remove the cutters from the gearbox shaft, remove the “tired” oil seal, install a new part in place and push it down until it stops.

Repair of the gearbox of the Cascade walk-behind tractor

Insufficient power. This problem occurs when the air filter is clogged or the carburetor valve is not sealed. Fixing the problem will require replacing the filter and adjusting the carburetor.

More complex breakdowns and repairs of the unit are best carried out with the participation of specialists. Technical inspection, timely repair of components and replacement of parts will ensure long-term operation of the Cascade walk-behind tractor - a reliable assistant in the garden.

The design of the carburetor of the Cascade walk-behind tractor

Walk-behind tractors Cascade with Lifan engine

The most expensive part of a walk-behind tractor is the engine. And if you look at the MB61-22, it has a Honda GX-22 engine. It has excellent characteristics and a long service life. However, its price is high.

Recently, the Chinese company Lifan has entered the market. It offers engines identical to Honda's, but at a much lower cost.

Many people do not trust the Chinese manufacturer. However, Lifan engines quickly gained trust and are now in great demand.

Lifan 168MT engine Lifan-170F engine Lifan LF177 engine Lifan 168 F-2 engine

All characteristics of this model are identical to MB61-22. At the same time, the price for Cascade walk-behind tractors with a Lifan engine starts at 33 thousand rubles. And this is 8 thousand less. And it makes many owners think about the advisability of overpaying.

Analogues of this model include Luch, Caliber MK-6 Lifan and Salyut -5.

The equipment is produced at the Perm enterprise OJSC "Reductor-PM", which is part of the production group "Aircraft gearboxes and transmissions - PM". This organization has been operating since the mid-20th century and is engaged in the production of equipment and the engine of the Cascade walk-behind tractor.

In addition, they specialize in transmissions for Russian-made helicopters. The company in its catalog offers Cascade walk-behind tractors at prices that are affordable to almost every gardener.

Mini tractor made from a Cascade walk-behind tractor

Many owners convert their walk-behind tractor into a mini tractor because constantly walking behind the equipment is hard on the legs and fatigue sets in quickly. It is much easier to operate it while sitting.

The easiest way to do this is to buy an adapter. There are many options for such products online from different manufacturers.

If this is too simple for you or you don’t want to do it for some reason, then the Cascade walk-behind tractor can be converted and you can assemble the tractor yourself. However, you should begin such a modification only if you are confident that you can complete what you started.

The best models for assembly are Cascade MB 61-21, MB61-22 or with a Lifan engine. For these purposes, more engine power will be needed, and on old Soviet models it may not be enough.

For remodeling you will additionally need:

Channel 80 size to create a frame;
Gearbox and engine (keep from walk-behind tractor)
Bridge (coming from the Soviet Moskvich);
Steering gear (suitable from VAZ);
Front beam “pendulum” on the groove crosspiece;
Hubs (can be supplied from VAZ).

Before starting assembly, you must study photos, diagrams and assembly drawings. There are a large number of them on the forums.

Instead of an adapter or conversion into a mini tractor, you can use a regular trailer for transportation:

If you want to modernize them for yourself, then you should first describe in detail the kinematic connection diagram and the arrangement of parts, and only then proceed with assembly.

Design Features

The instructions for the Cascade walk-behind tractor describe the complete configuration of the device. The main parts include the transmission, control panel, motor and chassis. The last element consists of a tubular frame made of a metal alloy.

The main distinguishing feature is the adjustment of the gap between the pneumatic wheels during operation.

The following types of wheels are installed on the cultivator: pneumatic, cast rubber and metal with weights.

It is also possible to use a mini-tractor without such spare parts if cutters are installed. A suitable tool is KMB 1.002.000 with a diameter of 35 cm. It cultivates the soil to a depth of 20 cm, with a working width of 45 cm.

The transmission of torque on the Cascade walk-behind tractor is carried out using a transmission. It consists of a gearbox, a chain gearbox and a clutch. In addition, it is responsible for adjusting speeds and ensuring rotation of the unit while moving around the site.

The machine is equipped with a 4-stroke, single-cylinder engine with a forced air cooling system. The ignition of the Cascade walk-behind tractor is electronic, non-contact. A manual starter is used to start the motor. Local vibration does not exceed 135 dBA.

Owner reviews

The main place for information exchange is forums. On them, users describe their impressions of the operation of their unit.

Vladimir writes:

This walk-behind tractor has served me for 6 years. And during this time he never let me down. With his help, I plow, cultivate and transport goods. The large trolley allows you to transport bulky loads without any problems. Based on experience, I can say that the maximum speed of movement is about 15-17 km/h. In order to cultivate a garden of 5 acres, it takes about a liter of fuel.

Motor device

cylinder-piston group with a crank mechanism;
gas distribution mechanism;
trigger mechanism;
ignition system;
cooling system;
muffler;
fuel supply system;
easy starting mechanism;
forced lubrication system.

Engine DM-1D: 1 - plug; 2 — cylinder block cover; 3 — plug-dipstick; 4 - pin; 5 - settling filter; 6 — connecting hose; 7 - fuel valve; 8 - nut; 9 - bolt; 10 — tank mounting clamp; 11 — bracket; 12 — fuel tank; 13 - plug; 14 — hole, 15 — high-voltage wire; 16 — candle square; 17 - candle; 18 — threaded bushing; 19 - valve; 20 - saddle; 21 — muffler; 22 — air filter; 23 - pipe; 24 — valve spring; 25 — valve plug; 26 - gasket; 27 — carburetor; 28 - screw; 29 — air lever; 30 - bolt; 31 - carburetor board.

Attachments

The manufacturer did not provide a single attachment option in the basic configuration of the walk-behind tractor, which can be considered an advantage rather than a disadvantage. Indeed, in this case, the buyer has the opportunity to choose the right set himself, and at the same time save on unnecessary options. Let's highlight the most popular options for the Plowman MB-6:

Potato digger, potato planter - necessary for planting and digging all types of crops
Hiller – provides gentle care for agricultural crops
A plow is a means for the initial processing of the earthen surface. The reinforced transmission together with the plow allows you to cope with even the most difficult virgin soil
Blade shovel – snow removal module rigidly attached to the walk-behind tractor
Hay mower - used for making hay, and also useful for working in the area around the house
Water pump - a means of pumping water from reservoirs for watering crops
Trolley, trailer - a means of transporting goods weighing up to 500 kg
Mower is a device for cutting grass, mowing lawns, etc.

As you can see, the Cascade MB-6 walk-behind tractor is adapted for operation in any climatic zones. This is facilitated by a large range of attachments, making the equipment more versatile and suitable for a wide range of tasks.

Run-in

The durability and trouble-free operation of the device will largely depend on proper startup and the first hours of operation. Before fully loading the walk-behind tractor, it is necessary to run it in so that the main working surfaces of the elements are broken in. For this model, the process duration is usually 30-35 hours. During break-in, the following actions should be performed:

every 5-7 hours of operation, check the oil level in the engine;
change the oil in the unit after the initial 5 hours of operation;
Do not load an unheated engine. Warm up at medium speed for 3-5 minutes (without load);
During the break-in period, use the walk-behind tractor exclusively at first speed and medium speed. Long-term operation at minimum and maximum speeds is not allowed;
After 30-35 hours of operation, the running-in is completed. At the last stage, you should check the tightness of the bolt assemblies and change the oil in the engine.

First use rules

The Cascade MB-6 walk-behind tractor needs to be run in immediately after purchasing the product. This procedure is necessary to ensure that internal parts are worn in and adapted to local weather and road conditions. Thanks to this, the car will last much longer. At the same time, the frequency of unpredictable breakdowns will be significantly reduced, and maintenance will need to be carried out only in accordance with the regulations. So, for proper break-in, it is important to follow the following steps:

Before starting the procedure, you should remember that running-in does not involve operating the walk-behind tractor at maximum load. Only partial load is allowed - it is believed that this mode is the most favorable for running in parts
First of all, we start the engine and let it run for 40-50 minutes at idle speed. At the moment, it is also necessary to carry out maintenance of the gearbox - engage each gear one by one, and repeat this for at least 5-10 minutes
During the running-in, various types of work are allowed, including hilling, cultivating, plowing, transporting goods, pumping water and other economic tasks. It is important that during the break-in period the load on the walk-behind tractor does not exceed half of the maximum permissible value. For example, when transporting goods, it is allowed to transport up to 250-300 kg while the permitted 500-550 kg
The run-in can be considered completed after 8-10 hours. We drive the equipment into the garage and begin maintenance. First of all, you need to pay attention to the condition of the external panels, as well as the lower part of the walk-behind tractor and consumables. If necessary, you can add fuel, change filters, wheels, etc.
The next day, the walk-behind tractor can be subjected to maximum load.

Walk-behind tractors Cascade. Overview, characteristics, operating instructions