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Reviews about SCOUT T-25

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At the beginning of February I picked up a Scout T-25 tractor. It just sat in the garage for two weeks because I was away. When I arrived, I began to slowly figure it out.

The build quality is very poor. First of all I tightened all the connections. Some bolts were completely replaced - they were no good.

I didn’t like the original seat - small, hard and terribly uncomfortable. I removed it and replaced it with another, more comfortable one.

The tractor is painted normally, but, as far as I understand, there is no soil. How long there will be no rust is a big question.

The frame looks kind of weak. I haven’t done anything with it yet, but probably sooner or later I’ll have to strengthen it.

The differential lock did not engage. The lever turned 10 degrees, but nothing happened. It turned out that the collectors had screwed up. When I removed the top cover with the levers and put everything in place, the locking began to work. By the way, this is a useful thing - with it the tractor moves very confidently along the thawed road.

It’s too early to draw any conclusions about the engine. I liked that it doesn't vibrate too much. But you need to get used to the gearbox - changing gears is very difficult. We can only hope that it will work out over time.

Good afternoon everyone. We purchased this “tractor” in July 2022 at the Garden Shop. They brought it to us after ordering for almost 2 weeks, and there was not a single call, they called themselves and asked “when, when will you bring it.” As a result, they brought us this “miracle technology”.

According to the manual it is written that you need to run in 5 motorcycle hours. Everything was done as it was written.

• After 2 hours of operation, the tension roller began to smoke. Replaced.

• After the first run-in of the cutter, the gear in the coupling gearbox simply broke. Replaced.

• After processing one area (6 acres), the clutch burned out and the hydraulic hose burst. Replaced.

• After processing another area (4 acres), another 3 (three) hoses in the engine burst, and all the oil poured out onto the engine and flooded the clutch, after which the clutch disappeared, and then the metal rod on the clutch tore off. Finding parts for it turned out to be not so easy, almost impossible.

All fluids leak from all the cracks, bolts, all gaskets are squeezed out and burned.

Conclusion: all the parts are of inferior quality, “China is China.” Miser pays twice. In general, I do not recommend this unit.

I bought a Scout T-25 from SCOUT MOTORS LLC, Tula on March 28, 2022.

Scout T-25 is no longer a walk-behind tractor, but not yet a tractor. Not a single normal attachment on this non-mini tractor will work without significant modifications. Instead of a PTO there is a gear. Single-point hitch like on a walk-behind tractor. For an additional fee, they will offer you a ridiculous three-point adapter for which you will still have to redo your hitch (and the money is quite real and not funny).

And on my Scout T-25 a dual-circuit hydraulic distributor without a floating position was installed. To my question: “How could this happen?” — there was no response from SCOUT MOTORS LLC, Tula.

Prices

The cost of popular models is:

• T-12 - 168 thousand rubles;
• T-15 - 187.2 thousand rubles;
• T-18 - 184.9 thousand rubles;
• T-24 - 272 thousand rubles.

The tractors are equipped with a soil tiller. Installing a canvas canopy over the operator’s workplace will cost 10 thousand rubles. When tractors are sold by official representatives, preparation is offered, including checking fluid levels and tightening threaded connections. The cost of pre-sale preparation is 4 thousand rubles.

On the secondary market, the cost of Scout tractors starts from 60 thousand rubles. For this price, cars with a lot of operating time are sold, requiring repair of the frame and transmission units. Tractors in good condition are valued at 120 thousand rubles and more.

Scout T-25

• mini tractor
• diesel 4-stroke engine 1298 cc, cylinders: 1
• power: 24 hp at 2200 rpm
• stepped manual transmission
• attachment support

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Manufacturing and operational deficiencies

In its power category, this is the low weight of the machine, which in order to improve traction with the ground has to be compensated by hanging ballast weights.

A high center of gravity does not exclude the possibility of a light tractor tipping over on steep terrain and injuring the driver. The installation of more rigid roll bars is fully justified.

There are a number of complaints regarding build quality. In particular, some holes in the mounting units of the attachments do not match, and the strength and quality of the threads of the engine valve cover studs leaves much to be desired.

Minitractor Scout T-25

The Scout T-25 minitractor was first introduced in 2016, and at the same time its mass production began. Almost everything in this model has been replaced. The first thing that immediately catches your eye is the updated design, which has received a more streamlined hood. Operational and technical characteristics were also significantly improved due to the introduction of a host of new improvements to the design.

The design of the mini tractor has all the necessary options, which have a positive impact not only on the performance of the model, but also on such indicators as economy, efficiency and durability. But despite the changes, some elements are similar to the components of its predecessors.

During the final testing, the Scout T-25 showed quite excellent results, namely traction, load resistance and many other performance parameters. This allowed the new model to compete on equal terms with more powerful and expensive cars produced by other manufacturers.

a mini tractor can perform any task for a very long time without stopping to refuel. This is due to the efficiency of the power plant and the presence of a 12-liter fuel tank, when most other models of the Scout brand used a 9-liter tank. Emergency braking of the equipment is carried out by an effective braking system, which includes drum brakes.

Price of a mini tractor new and used

Depending on the region, the price range for this model varies between 68-72 thousand UAH ($2600). It should be noted that prices for similar machines of the European range are one and a half to two times higher.

The 18-horsepower Scout appeared on the domestic tractor market relatively recently, so advertising sources contain only isolated offers for the sale of this model.

The price of used cars is determined taking into account the configuration and the remaining assigned resource. A mini tractor in good technical condition can be bought for 40-45 thousand hryvnia ($1,500 - $1,700).

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Purpose

The main consumers of this model are farmers and gardeners. But equipment is also purchased for private and public utilities, greenhouse complexes, and even for construction.

In farming and private farming, the Scout T-25 minitractor is used for plowing soils of varying density, cultivating, harrowing, hilling beds, cultivating the soil and applying various fertilizers, planting tuber crops, sowing grain and vegetable crops, watering, mowing hay and grass, destroying weeds, harvesting and transporting it to storage or for further processing, removing dry vegetation and other debris from the land.

In greenhouse complexes, equipment is used to transport any cargo, spray useful vegetation and for watering. The machine also does all this in gardening, since it has very small dimensions.

In municipal services, such a machine is used mainly for cleaning any territories, street areas and courtyards from garbage and pollution, as well as for transporting any cargo. During winter operation, the minitractor is used to clear snow-covered areas.

In the construction industry, as a rule, the machine is connected to various stationary units, since it has a power take-off mechanism. In addition, Scout T-25 allows you to level the site, backfill any holes and trenches, as well as transfer or deliver the necessary construction materials and equipment to the site.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantage is modernity. The mini tractor is equipped with all the necessary equipment to work with the ground as quickly and comfortably as possible. Trailed and mounted equipment has many options for names for various purposes. The T-25 model range has space for storing spare parts. Users note the ability to quickly repair. The main advantage is reliability. It can last for many years.

One of the disadvantages of the unit is the need to ballast the tractor with various loads so that it can plow difficult soil and tow heavy loads. The second disadvantage is discomfort in the seat area. They are not intended for tall people.

Unfortunately, due to the fact that the model is modernized and modern, not all chain devices and walk-behind systems are compatible with it.

Attachments

The standard configuration of the minitractor includes an active tillage cutter operating from the rear power take-off mechanism. At the request of the consumer, this unit can be replaced or the equipment can be supplemented with other mounted implements. The entire range of additional equipment consists mainly of various variations of the following devices:

1. Plows.
2. Harrows.
3. Cultivators.
4. Hillers.
5. Seeders.
6. Lawn mowers.
7. Hay mowers.
8. Potato diggers.
9. Potato planters.
10. Sprayers.
11. Cleaning units.
12. Snow removal equipment.
13. Front dumps.

Specifications

Dimensions:

• The structural length of the mini tractor (without attachments) is 2500 millimeters.
• The total width of the body (without attachments) is 1200 millimeters.
• Full height (without attachments) – 1200 millimeters.
• The structural length of the mini tractor (with attachments) is 3300 millimeters.
• The total width of the body (with mounted units) is 1200 millimeters.
• Total height (with mounted units) – 1800 millimeters.
• The lowest ground clearance under the front axle is 240 millimeters.
• The lowest ground clearance under the rear axle is 230 millimeters.
• The smallest turning radius is 2100 millimeters.
• The smallest front track width is 1250 millimeters.
• The smallest rear track width is 1250 millimeters.
• The largest front track width is 1510 millimeters.
• The largest rear track width is 1510 millimeters.

Device Features

The power plant of the Scout T-25 minitractor is distinguished by power, reliability and a fairly low level of its own noise. The unit has only one cylinder, the volume of which is 1246 cubic meters with a power of 22 horsepower. The motor received the CL25 index and is an in-house development of the Garden Scout brand. There is an electric starter and a decompression valve that allows starting using a Z-shaped handle. On the dashboard of the minitractor there are four instruments that inform about the state of the power plant, namely an electronic ammeter, an operating hour meter, an oil pressure sensor, and a cooling system fluid temperature sensor. The unit is equipped with a multi-layer oil-filling air filter and an oversized muffler. It is worth noting that a serviceable filter is used, which does not need to be replaced since it can be cleaned.

According to the classic scheme for such mini tractors, torque from the engine is transmitted to the main gear through three V-belts B3410. A special tensioning mechanism is installed on the frame of the minitractor, which prevents the belts from slipping under high loads. In general, V-belts are a worthy replacement for a driveshaft, since if they fail, you can find new ones at a very cheap cost.

The car is standardly equipped with enlarged wheels with a strongly protruding tread pattern. The rear axle has 7.50-R20 wheels, while the front axle has 6.00-R12 wheels. If necessary, the owner can choose the most suitable track width, since the design provides for adjustment ranging from 1250 millimeters to 1510 millimeters. This opportunity makes it possible to process the land much more efficiently. The front track changes its width thanks to a special telescopic system. To change the rear track, you will need to install additional wider wheel hubs.

The T-25 Scout has a new hydraulic system, which already includes a two-vector hydraulic fluid distributor as standard equipment. Due to this element, the driver can use 2 units at the same time, front and rear. To increase efficiency, the following operating modes were provided:

• Lifting equipment by forced upward pressure.
• Lowering equipment due to forced downward pressure.
• Fixing equipment in a certain position by maintaining pressure.
• Floating position of equipment due to pressure relief.

Description

The Scout T-25 minitractor is a model that is fully adapted for performing not only agricultural work, but also for solving other problems. The engine is located horizontally and its power is 24 hp.

It is started in two redundant ways - using an electric starter and a manual starter in the form of a handle. The gearbox is mechanical and has 6 forward speeds and 2 reverse, which to some extent compensates for the lack of reverse. The chassis has rear-wheel drive, and the front track width is adjustable using a telescopic mechanism.

In order to increase the unit's cross-country ability in off-road conditions, the designers prudently equipped it with the ability to manually lock the differential.

Thanks to its efficiency and ease of operation, the unit quickly and efficiently established itself as a reliable farmer’s assistant. Elimination of the shortcomings of the previous design entailed an increase in consumer demand.

Among the advantages of the Scout T-25 minitractor are the following:

• Meets all modern requirements imposed on modern technology.
• A wide range of attachments, which also includes older models.
• It is possible to use spare parts from other manufacturers.
• The simplicity of the design and operation of the mechanisms allows repairs to be carried out without resorting to services.

Models and their characteristics

The Chinese manufacturer is constantly updating its lineup with new models of equipment, which differ not only in design, but also in technical features
. Therefore, before giving preference to one or another modification, it is important to take into account its purpose and characteristics. The most popular mini-tractor models are the following:

Scout T-15

This unit is equipped with an open cabin, but if desired, a small canopy can be installed on the device to protect the operator from the sun and rain. The tractor is ideal for agriculture, making it easier to cultivate land, sow and harvest crops. The manufacturer has supplemented the design with a track regulator and an instrument panel on which an hour meter, a coolant thermometer, an ammeter and an oil pressure sensor are located. This pass-through device, thanks to its high ground clearance, improved chassis and supporting frame, allows the tractor to pass perfectly even through areas with difficult terrain.

The manufacturer equips this model with an S1100 or XT-15 engine, its power is 15 hp. With. The engine is started using an electric starter, while the modification also provides for additional starting with a special Z-shaped handle. During operation, the tractor consumes little fuel, the tank capacity is spacious and is designed for 12 liters of diesel. The length of the unit does not exceed 2.1 m, its weight is 498 kg. The main difference of this model is its high load capacity of up to 1200 kg.

Scout T-18

The equipment is produced with a powerful four-stroke ZS1115 engine, a three-position hydraulic distributor and a high-quality gearbox. Unit capacity 18 l. s, weight 690 kg, cutter width 120 cm. The main advantage of the model is that it can use both special compounds and ordinary water as liquid cooling. The mini-tractor has a 4x4 wheel arrangement, so it is easy to use and can easily cope with off-road conditions. The tractor is perfectly combined with attachments, so it is often used for weeding beds, processing seedlings, watering the garden and cleaning the territory.

The unit can be started using either an electric or manual starter. The size of the device without attachments is 2500×1250×1400 mm. The drive from the motor is represented by two V-belts B3300, which are constantly in a tense position. The clutch is double-disc, the load-carrying system in the design is two-way hydraulic. In addition, this model is equipped with a lighting system in the form of headlights and alarms.

Scout T-22

This modification has the best technical characteristics, since the diesel engine for Garden mini-tractors is installed with a powerful 20 hp. With. The tractor has four positions for attachments: lowering, lifting, fixing and “zero gravity”. The device is sold in a basic configuration with soil cutters having a working width of 140 cm; the distance between the wheels can be adjusted in the range from 110 to 140 cm. In addition, the design is complemented by a comfortable seat, which can be adjusted for a specific operator.

Since the engine power in this modification exceeds 12 hp. s, then it can be used to cultivate fields up to 3 hectares. This also allows you to automate many jobs, for example, growing and harvesting crops, transporting goods, making hay, digging and clearing snow from the area. The type of attachment of additional equipment is single-point, belt drive, the design is equipped with signal lights and headlights. Unit size 1300×1300×2500 mm, weight 670 kg. The manufacturer also provides a set of rototillers as a gift.

Scout T-25

This is a mini-tractor that is adapted not only for work in agriculture, but also allows you to perform other tasks. The diesel engine is placed horizontally in the structure, its power is 24 hp. With. The engine is started in two ways: electric and manual starter. The gearbox in this model is mechanical; it has two rear and six forward speeds. The chassis is equipped with rear-wheel drive, the front track can be adjusted in width using a special telescopic mechanism.

Manufacturers have improved the off-road capability of this model; they have added a manual differential lock to the design. In addition, the engine is equipped with a water cooling system. The size of the unit is 2500×1510×1400 mm, the weight of the device without attachments does not exceed 790 kg. Double-disc clutch. The lighting system is represented by signals (stop lights, turn signals, dimensions) and headlights (low/high beam).

Main application features

The manufacturer positions the Scout T-25 minitractor as agricultural equipment that is not intended for use in commercial organizations. The presented model can also be used for public utilities, but on an area of ​​no more than 1 hectare.

• Before selling the tractor, oil must be added to the engine. After completing the break-in procedure, this oil must be drained and replaced with semi-synthetic type GL-4 or GL-5 (if the manufacturer is domestic, then called TM-4 or TM-5). The most acceptable viscosity is SAE80W90.
• The hydraulic system of the tractor uses oils of medium viscosity - MGE-4A or MGE-10A.
• It is necessary to fill the cooling system with antifreeze or antifreeze.
• The rollers that limit the drive belts are subject to the greatest degree of wear. Therefore, they must be lubricated frequently, for example, by immersing them in melted “Solidol” for a short time.

After the first check, you need to start the engine. The first running-in of the tractor is carried out within 50 hours and at a load of up to 50%. Running in is carried out at idle speed and in each gear separately. After this you need to change the oil. Running in a mini tractor is mandatory to avoid rapid wear of the engine and gearbox.

If the tractor is not used in winter, the oil must be drained. The water from the tank is also drained. The battery should be fully charged, removed and placed in a room at room temperature. Clean the tractor, cover it and store it in a dry place.

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