Description of crow's feet for walk-behind tractor
Crow's feet on a walk-behind tractor are considered the most popular type of cutters that provide high-quality plowing of the site. The component is represented by a small axis on which the knives are placed. With their help, the effect of cutting the earth is created.
Processing with this type of cutter in a summer cottage allows you to work not only with soils, but also with plants. Many owners use a cultivator to control weeds. We also recommend reading about a manual cultivator for weed control.
The features of this type of cutter for a walk-behind tractor include the fact that the unit is not collapsible into separate parts, but is characterized by a cast structure. High-quality carbon steel is used in the production of products, which increases the level of their reliability and durability.
A standard crow's foot cutter looks like this
The unit is indispensable when cultivating land with large clods. The shape of the knives ensures high-quality mixing of the upper and lower layers of soil.
Some summer residents prefer to use it to work in the area where potatoes will be planted. They believe that such an approach will even protect the crop from attacks by the Colorado potato beetle. True, this theory has no scientific basis.
If the owner of the equipment intends to use it not only for cultivating the soil, but also for destroying various weeds, then the edges of the knives must first be sharpened. The need for this arises against the background of the fact that initially the cutters are blunt.
Axle diameters
On sale you can find three-row and four-row products with different axis diameters:
- in the first case, the indicator is 25 mm (suitable for walk-behind tractors of the Texas, Neva, Krot, Cayman brands);
- in the second - 30 mm (used on models from manufacturers Cascade, Master Yard, etc.).
Soil cutters are selected for certain models of walk-behind tractors based on the number of rows and axle diameter.
Four-row product
Kinds
Retail outlets offer two main types of units:
- with three rows of paws;
- four rows.
The number of knives determines the final quality of the cultivation processes and depends on the power of the equipment used.
Material
An important indicator of knives is their quality. Good models are made from high quality carbon steel.
If the choice fell on cheap Chinese options, then the owner should expect that after completing the first cycle of processing the area, they will begin to bend and break.
Three section cutters
Model range of walk-behind tractors Texas
The company's walk-behind tractors and cultivators are manufactured in several series, which differ in their specific characteristics and purpose.
Conventionally, we can distinguish between lightweight models that perform cultivation, loosening the soil in small areas, and universal modifications with expanded functionality. When combined with additional implements, such Texas walk-behind tractors are used not only for simple agricultural work, but also for harvesting, watering plants, transporting goods, and for economic purposes.
Design advantages of Texas walk-behind tractors
- High-quality Briggs&Stratton and PowerLine engines installed on cultivators have a long service life.
- Ergonomic steering system.
- Light weight thanks to lightweight rear console.
- The engine is protected by a bumper from dirt and other influences.
- Significant improvement in the balancing of cultivators due to the reduced weight of the rear console.
- The presence of reverse allows you to optimally control the Texas walk-behind tractor when processing various soils.
- The center of gravity of the units is lowered due to the special frame design, which improves maneuverability.
- The ability to cultivate soil at reduced speed has a beneficial effect on the preservation of the fertile soil layer.
Texas Mini
Texas Mini walk-behind tractor
The series is represented by a compact, very light cultivator Texas Mini Tex 204R with the following characteristics: gasoline engine power 1.1 hp, cultivation width 15-26 cm, cultivation depth - 20 cm, 4 cutters, weight - 12 kg. The unit is designed for cultivating, loosening and weeding beds.
Texas Lilli Series
Cultivator Texas Lilli 534TG
Texas walk-behind tractors of this series have high power with average weight. The most popular models are the Texas Lilli 532 TG walk-behind tractor 5 hp, 534TG - 5.71 hp, Texas Lilli 530TG (discontinued). The units cultivate the soil with a working width of 85 cm to a depth of up to 33 cm with rototillers; they can be easily aggregated with additional mounted implements using special devices.
Purpose of crow's feet for a walk-behind tractor
Regardless of the variation of the cutter, they are intended to perform individual agricultural work.
The main tasks are presented:
- loosening, leveling the soil;
- grinding large earthen lumps;
- mixing different layers of soil;
- mixing fertilizers;
- destruction of weeds.
Initially, motor cultivators were equipped with only collapsible universal cutters with saber-shaped knives. Such equipment is capable of performing almost all known types of work on soft soils.
Crow's feet appeared not so long ago and have proven themselves well from the first days. The devices work well on hard ground due to their non-standard shape, mechanical strength and design features. Unlike the previous type of cutters, they are capable of pulling out weeds along with the roots.
This option of additional attachments functions successfully during the period of the first frost, allowing you to destroy a large percentage of weed seedlings and harmful insects that have gone to winter.
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Advantages and disadvantages
Mills show sufficient efficiency when working on clayey, heavy soil or virgin soil, but they sometimes get clogged in areas with a lot of roots.
The design has a number of advantages, presented by:
- sharp cutting knives;
- good material of manufacture;
- the ability to replace worn-out parts.
Such products show good results when working on virgin lands. The high rotation speed helps them cope with sod-podzolic soil and chernozem soils.
The edges enter the formation at an acute angle, loosen and mix the fertile layers. After using them, there is no need to re-treat the area.
The disadvantages of industrial units are represented by the constant wrapping of the roots and stems of weeds. Due to the one-piece design, cleaning after cultivation is problematic.
Also, individual cutters, especially from Chinese manufacturers, are made from low quality materials. As a result of the work, they bend and break easily.
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Responsibility when choosing crow's feet
When looking for suitable devices, you need to take the issue seriously. Whether a particular model is suitable for a given summer cottage depends on the correct purchase.
When choosing, be sure to pay attention to the dimensions of the nozzle - they must correspond to the diameter of the landing shaft. It is on this that three or four rows of knives are installed.
The equipment has two standard axle diameter parameters - 25 or 30 mm. In the first case there are three rows of knives with three blades, in the second there are four lines.
Usual dimensions: height 38 cm, length 38 cm, width 41 cm. The weight of the attachments is 16 kilograms.
The outer diameter determines the future plowing depth. All relevant information is indicated by the manufacturer in the annotation that is attached to each product.
Product drawing
Nuances when assembling crow's feet cutters
Indicators of quality and speed when cultivating soil are directly related to the correct installation of cutting parts. Before starting assembly, you must carefully study the drawing from the instructions and inspect the included parts.
They are stamped with standard values:
- L - left;
- R - right.
To avoid mistakes, they must be divided into two groups. The hubs on which the knives will be attached have a round pipe or hexagon at their base. This parameter depends on the type of equipment shaft.
On the first link of the cutting elements, on one side, there is a small protrusion with a hole for a cotter pin and a seat:
- You need to take one of the axle shafts.
- It is located on the left side, in the direction of travel.
- The first link begins to be assembled from the gearbox - the cutting edges are positioned so that they go in a circle counterclockwise.
- The right and left knives are placed alternately: if there are four elements, then two of them will lie below, and the same number will lie on top of them.
- Where there is a place for the cotter pin on the axle shaft, the knife should be located higher - so that in the future there will be no problems with its removal and installation.
- The component is screwed in such a position that the base plate is between the walk-behind tractor gearbox and it, otherwise it will cling to the casing.
- After completing the first link, move on to the next.
- The installation is carried out relative to the previously installed elements: each next one should look in the same direction, but it must be moved counterclockwise by 15-20 degrees.
- On the fastening plates, the cutters are located like the first link - this way the same distance between them will be achieved.
- A correctly assembled cutter, when viewed from the end, has the appearance of a spiral.
- The right side is assembled in the same way.
Some enterprises specializing in the production and sale of products do not recommend additional sharpening of knives in order to avoid a decrease in their effectiveness. Others advise doing this every season so that they can easily cope with the tasks.
The advantage of sharpening is that it simplifies the cultivation procedure due to easier soil processing. But in this case, you will have to remove and put on the equipment again according to the above scheme, which will require a lot of time and effort.
Fixed products
Features of operation, maintenance
Texas walk-behind tractors are distinguished by their thoughtful design, ease of use, and reliability. They consume gasoline AI-92, AI-95, it differs for different modifications, which should be taken into account during operation. The recommended engine oil is SAE 30, the first change of which is performed after 5 hours.
Lubrication of moving parts is carried out with original universal lubricants.
To maintain proper operation, it is necessary to add lubricant (60 ml) to the walk-behind tractor gearbox every 5 hours of operation - almost daily.
As a preventative measure, it is recommended to leave a certain amount of gasoline in the fuel tank after completion of work, which helps to avoid the formation of condensation and rust.
Advantages of using Texas walk-behind tractors:
- economical gas consumption
- high-quality assembly
- warranty on durable cutters – 5 years
- simple design, which is easy to navigate using the factory instructions
- the ability to expand the functionality of cultivators by installing additional implements.
First launch, run-in
For reliable operation of Texas walk-behind tractors, grinding in components and mechanisms first involves running in the equipment. The procedure begins with idling for 10-15 minutes, and then testing operation at reduced power for 3-5 hours. Upon completion of running-in, appropriate maintenance is performed.
Basic faults, equipment repair Texas
Texas cultivators and walk-behind tractors are quite reliable, well-made, and easy to maintain. However, like any equipment, breakdowns and malfunctions may occur, often associated with the operation of machines other than their intended purpose. Before performing work, owners should carefully read the factory instructions and operate walk-behind tractors strictly for the prescribed work.
For which walk-behind tractors are crow's feet used?
For many models of walk-behind tractors, commercially produced crow's feet are suitable. But before purchasing additional equipment, it is still better to check the cultivator’s instructions and clarify the permissible parameters of secondary devices.
If we talk about walk-behind tractors of the Salyut brand, then for this type of equipment, 25 mm four-row axles are almost always used. Other variations are not used.
Owners of Texas walk-behind tractors say that only three-row cutters with a diameter of 25 mm are required.
For 30 mm four-row axles, Cascade, Pubert, Master Yard are suitable, for 25 mm with three rows - Mole and Caiman.
Neva
This type of cultivator is an economical device designed to perform various agricultural tasks at minimal cost, especially the Neva MB-2 walk-behind tractor.
The advantages include the low cost of technology and additional equipment. A soil cutter and coulter are included as standard; replacement accessories include:
- potato digger;
- walk-behind snow blower;
- hiller with one or two bodies;
- rotary or segment mower;
- trolley or trailer with a load capacity of up to 500 kg.
Installation of hinged elements occurs through a special coupling.
Depending on the model, crow's feet with an axle diameter of 25 mm and three rows or 30 mm with four rows are suitable for the unit.
Before purchasing products, you must read the technical documentation to determine whether it is suitable for your existing motor cultivator. To increase the service life of the equipment, regular inspection and treatment with cleaning is required in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
In the video below, the owner of a walk-behind tractor shows how crow's feet cutters work and what they are needed for.
Review of attachments for Texas walk-behind tractors
The manufacturer has provided for the creation of modifications of Texas walk-behind tractors and cultivators for different areas and processing parameters, various options for aggregation with additional equipment. Lightweight models of Mini, Hobby, El-Tex cultivators are designed for cultivating and loosening the soil.
More powerful machines of the TX, LX series with attachments perform weeding, digging up root crops, and cultivating difficult soil. The professional and semi-professional Fusion and Lilli series with attachments are successfully used in intensive mode. Powerful Texas Pro Trac and Futura walk-behind tractors are the most productive and efficient modifications, easily combined with various agricultural and household implements.
