Review of the model range of Salyut walk-behind tractors. Characteristics, comparisons, reviews

The Salyut walk-behind tractor first saw the light of day in the 80s of the last century, and until now its design has undergone significant improvements. The developer is JSC “Research and Production Center for Gas Turbine Engineering “SALYUT” - a high-tech enterprise that produces aircraft engines of its own design for military MiGs, SU and other military and civil Russian aircraft. Such noble origin speaks of the reliability and manufacturability of the equipment offered to the consumer.

Like other domestic “pedestrian tractors,” Salyuts are equipped with engines made in China, Japan and the USA. The range of walk-behind tractors is presented quite widely, but their technical characteristics and capabilities are similar. All cars belong to the average semi-professional class, somewhat smaller in size and lighter than their counterparts - “Ugra” and “Agatha”. The Salyut walk-behind tractors are easy to operate and maintain; the operating instructions provide detailed and sufficient information to maintain the equipment in proper condition.

Motoblock Salute

The Salyut walk-behind tractor is a multifunctional integrated agricultural technology. There are walk-behind tractors, there are very good walk-behind tractors, and then there is the legendary “Salyut”. If you are reading this article, it means that you are faced with the question of choosing self-propelled agricultural machinery, a universal assistant. Indeed, it is not easy to choose a specific sample from many different brands.

Diagram of the Salute walk-behind tractor

Brand history

For a quarter of a century, Salyut walk-behind tractors have been delighting their owners. Their production was organized at the Salyut MMPP, the history of which began in 1912 with the assembly of aircraft engines at a plant founded by the French.

Today, what was once a small factory has turned into a joint-stock enterprise, the Gas Turbine Research and Production Center Salyut, whose main profile is the production of turbojet aircraft engines and gas turbine units. The assembly of walk-behind tractors is an auxiliary production.

Motoblocks "Salut" are rightfully considered specialized equipment designed to perform household work of high complexity.

Over the entire period, the design of walk-behind tractors has been repeatedly improved, as a result of which the machines have risen from the level of household appliances to an impeccable professional level in terms of efficiency and quality of work.

Motoblock Salyut 5

Motoblock Salute 100

For ten years (2002-2012), the assembly of Salyut 5 models was carried out at, which was part of the Federal Scientific and Production Center Salyut. After internal contradictions and structural separation of enterprises, the production of walk-behind tractors at Agata ceased, the supply of components and assemblies for its assembly ended, including the specific Omsk gearbox. And Agata began producing walk-behind tractors under its own brand.

Currently, Salyut walk-behind tractors are assembled at Chinese factories under the technical supervision of experts from JSC NPCG.

Therefore, in order not to purchase a Salyut Agat clone instead of a certified walk-behind tractor from the manufacturer, you should carefully read the product data sheet when purchasing. Naturally, NPCG JSC does not bear warranty obligations in relation to such counterfeits.

Line of models

The main task in developing the Salyut was to create a reliable, durable machine capable of performing many agricultural, economic, and construction tasks on farms and personal farms.

Motoblock Salute 5 L 6.5

The Salyut 5 walk-behind tractor is distinguished by a well-thought-out design solution. Various modifications differ in the type of engine and its power.

Advantages of the “fifth” model:

• Use of engines from world famous manufacturers.
• Durable gear reducer.
• V-belt drive with two belts - comfortable operation due to less belt slippage.
• 2 forward speeds and 1 reverse.
• Possibility of convenient switching to a lower speed range.
• The presence of a power take-off shaft for connecting active-type trailed units.
• Excellent stability due to the forward and downward center of gravity.
• Steering column adjustable in two planes.
• Excellent aggregation with standardized mounted implements from different manufacturers.

In 2013, a modernized modification of the Salyut 100 was released, named in honor of the centenary anniversary of the enterprise. The “hundredth” model is a logical improvement of its predecessor. The designers have worked on improved design and ergonomics of the walk-behind tractor, which in our time is an important factor in promoting products on the market.

Motoblock Salyut 100 R-M1

Features of the “100” model of the Salute walk-behind tractor:

• The gear selector is moved to the steering wheel, the clutch handle is equipped with a special lock, and the steering wheel is conveniently adjustable in all directions.
• A powerful gearbox with a service life of 3000 hours is installed.
• Front and rear hitches have significantly expanded the capabilities of the walk-behind tractor when working with mounted implements.
• The walk-behind tractor package includes pneumatic wheels with an expressive tread, expansion bushings, a specific dipstick for checking the oil in the gearbox, and an additional bracket for attaching the hitch.
• A special advantage is the three-row soil tillers with knives made of high-quality spring steel.

Pay attention to how, thanks to the specific crescent shape of the knives, the cultivation of any soil is carried out efficiently.

Video review of the work of the Salyut 100 walk-behind tractor with a Lifan 6.5 engine

Top models

You should choose a walk-behind tractor rationally, based on the required performance. Due to lack of power, the walk-behind tractor may fail earlier. On the other hand, it should be taken into account that equipment with excessive power reserves is more expensive.

Therefore, for plots up to 50 acres, walk-behind tractors with a power of 5.0-5.5 hp are the ideal option:

• Salute 5P Robin Subaru EY-20,
• Salute 5X Honda GC 160 OHV.

Motoblock Salyut 5X Motoblock Salyut 5P

For areas of 40 acres and above, choose solid 6.0-6.5 hp models:

• Salyut 5BS-1,
• Salute 100 R-M1.

Motoblock Salyut 5 BS-1 Motoblock Salyut 100 R-M1

It is impossible to work steadily with a low-quality motor for a long time. Therefore, the best gasoline engines designed for work in medium and small areas are installed on Salyut walk-behind tractors.

Despite the fact that diesel has greater efficiency, gasoline engines start better in cold weather and operate stably at higher speeds.

Motoblock Salute Honda GX-200

Walk-behind tractors with Japanese Honda engines are considered the recognized leaders. Salute Honda GX-200 with 6.5 hp. – reliable high-class agricultural machinery. Since Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (Japan) has stopped producing engines; mini-equipment with a Subaru engine is now almost impossible to purchase.

Motoblock Salyut-Honda GX 200

Motoblock Salyut 100 BS-V

Walk-behind tractors with American engines from the Briggs & Stratton and Vanguard brands (Japan) have proven excellent - truly multi-tasking machines that can successfully replace other special equipment.

Motoblock Salyut 100 BS-V

Motoblock Salute 100 L 6.5

Thanks to the continuous improvement of technology and quality improvement, Chinese Lifan engines are gaining more and more popularity. Their main advantage is reasonable price with decent quality. Salyut 100 L-6.5 is an excellent combination of reasonable price and high technical characteristics.

Motoblock Salute 100 L 6.5

Review of the Neva model range

Despite the popularity of some models, the Neva MKM 75 motor-cultivator is considered to be such, the entire model range is distinguished by its quality. The basis of the technology was developed back in Soviet times, which introduced a number of features to the model:

• high-quality assembly;
• reliability;
• low cost of production;
• ease of operation;
• easy repair, that is, you can fix everything yourself.

The huge variability of the model range of Neva cultivators will help you choose the most profitable model.
When developing the model range, the manufacturer took into account all the main mistakes of competitors in its price segment and created a technique that is not inferior even to expensive foreign analogues. At the same time, the average reliability of the equipment is much higher. Also a distinctive feature is the availability of any parts, since universal elements are often used during assembly.

All these points make the Neva motor-cultivator in demand on the market. Such equipment can be used both on a personal plot and during large-scale agricultural work. It all depends on the type of model and its power.

MK 100 Neva Mini

A mini-cultivator is considered a separate series of equipment, which is characterized by low productivity and light weight. It is possible to lift even heavy soil, but in small areas. Neva Mini has a Subaru engine and a power of 4.5 horsepower.

In this video we will look at Neva motor cultivators:

Peculiarities:

• low noise thanks to the special design of the Robin-Subaru EX-13;
• most of the units correspond to other modifications of the model range;
• purpose – deep processing of the soil layer;
• if necessary, you can upgrade the equipment to a full-fledged walk-behind tractor and use attachments.

Most often, such a gasoline unit is used in small garden plots, as it is well controlled and capable of performing the required amount of work.

MK 100 07

Motor-cultivator Neva MK 100 07Z, reviews of which make it clear that this is one of the most successful models belonging to the 100 series. MK 100 07 is a prototype of a later version and differs only in the absence of protective disks. Both options can be used both for transporting small loads and for full-scale agricultural work.

MK 70

The Neva MK 70 motor-cultivator is considered the simplest and most convenient model that serves a small area. The model is characterized by very high maneuverability, which allows it to be used even in greenhouses. Also, with a low weight of 44 kg, the option has a high traction force. A gasoline walk-behind tractor can use some types of light equipment. It is worth considering that the MK 70 does not have a reverse gear, that is, movement is only forward.

MB 80

On the MB 80 you can install a set of 6 cutters, which come as standard.

Despite its low power, the unit is often used with various devices, including a mower and potato digger.

A feature of the Subaru engine is the lower location of the valve system. The unit has three speeds in total, but it also has a return gear, which makes the equipment convenient for small and narrow areas.

MK 100 05

MK 100 05 belongs to the hundredth series of the Neva. Most often, a low-power engine from Honda is installed on equipment. But this has little impact on performance, which allows you to complete work of varying levels of complexity. The main area of ​​application is soil cultivation. The horizontal grip of the cutters is 1 meter, which is quite enough for the usual size of the area.

MK 100 06

MK 100 06 is also classified as the hundredth series. But there are some nuances here. The technique is used in small and medium-sized areas. A small power is not enough for heavy soil, such as loam. The main application is considered to be a small area with developed soil. The walk-behind tractor is one of the small units for gardening.

MK 200

MK 200 is considered a universal mechanism that can be converted into a small tractor. There is a professional powerful Subaru EX17 engine. The standard motor life reaches 5000 hours. A chain gearbox is used, which is protected from dirt and damage by an aluminum housing. It is possible to use any attachment.

It is also worth considering that most components can be removed during transportation, which makes transportation easier.

Advantages

When asked which walk-behind tractor is best to choose, the most correct advice would be: choose from trusted brands such as Salyut.

Today's quality of the Salute walk-behind tractor fully complies with high international standards.

This brand has been popular for decades. Many interesting recommendations have been developed for converting Salyut walk-behind tractors; ready-made kits for converting them into mini tractors are on sale. No problems with attachments, spare parts and service.

Frame

Throughout history, the design of motor vehicles has been improved 5 times. Ergonomics have been significantly improved. The walk-behind tractor base was replaced with a frame. 8 modifications with different engines have passed the test of time - from household to professional.

When purchasing walk-behind tractors from little-known companies, after some time their owners inevitably face problems with maintenance, searching for spare parts, and special attachments.

JSC NPCG Salyut is different:

• powerful potential for many types of own production and unique technologies,
• high-precision equipment,
• high-performance tool machines from the world's best manufacturers.

An innovative approach allows us to produce more and more advanced models. Technological production capabilities are being actively improved, new systems are being developed and licenses are being obtained.

Comparison with other brands

Brief characteristics of these series of walk-behind tractors are collected here. On the Internet you can find a variety of opinions and real reviews from fellow owners.

Salyut and Neva

When compared with other models, the Salute walk-behind tractor is undoubtedly as popular as the well-known Neva. During development, Moscow designers abandoned blind copying of the St. Petersburg Neva and created a more advanced design.

Motoblock Salute 5X 5.5

Motoblock Neva

Brand Features:

• Fireworks are much more stable. Its control handles are narrowed and rotate 180°. The weight is significantly reduced, and when performing heavy work, the weight of the Salyut, on the contrary, is increased with weights.
• The Salute has two drive belts and three power take-off pulleys (the Neva has one). The gearbox chain drive has been replaced with a more reliable gear drive. Changing the speed ranges is done not only by changing the stream, as on the Neva, but also by removing the power take-off shaft and reinstalling it according to the instructions. The choice is clear - in favor of Salyut.

Salyut and MTZ

Compared to Salyuts, Belarusian MTZ walk-behind tractors are heavy machines. Owners unanimously note their reliability, good build quality, and durability.

Motoblock Salyut100 K-M1

Motoblock MTZ-09N 02

Brand Features:

• The powerful MTZ 9N walk-behind tractor provides a processing width of only 330-610 mm with a depth of 200 mm. The Salyut walk-behind tractor has an adjustable processing width of 350 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm, but the weight of the MTZ is almost 2 times the weight of the Salyut.
• The MTZ-0.5 is equipped with an engine similar to the MEMZ-966 model, as in the Zaporozhets car, which is characterized by difficult starting. The gas regulator is located inconveniently for the operator; the walk-behind tractor has no balance, although it becomes more stable with a trailed trolley.
• In the Salyut 100, the speed switch has been moved to the steering wheel, the clutch handle has a special lock, and the steering wheel is very conveniently adjustable in all directions.
• The owners of MTZ note that difficulties arise when setting up attachments. The high cost and low level of service of older MTZ models is another significant drawback.

For work in medium and small areas, it is more advisable to use Salyuts, and MTZ for large areas of more than 1 hectare.

Main disadvantages

The design of the walk-behind tractor is elementary simple, so it is not difficult to work.

• If there are doubts about the engine, then, of course, in terms of reliability and perfection, Lifan is inferior to Honda, Briggs & Stratton, Subaru, Vanguard. As for the gearbox, according to the declared motor life, it will be able to work with more than one engine.
• The design of the belt drive is quite reliable, however, according to many reviews, it is precisely because of the quality of the belts that they have to be changed quite often. Consequently, the only significant flaw can be considered the quality of the drive belts.

Operating rules

Motoblocks do not require any professional knowledge or complex specific care from the owners. All recommendations, starting from the features of running-in, are clearly described by the manufacturer.

The main condition for reliable operation is:

• compliance with permissible engine loads,
• operation within the recommended operating speed range,
• preventive maintenance,
• routine maintenance in accordance with the user instructions.

The wide use of various attachments turns the walk-behind tractor into a multifunctional machine. At our own enterprise, many auxiliary devices are produced, which differ in the connection method.

Options for connecting attachments:

• mounting on the gearbox axle;
• mounting on a hitch or bracket;
• connection using PWM.

In addition to the standard ones, there are many specialized attachments with which the Salyut walk-behind tractor can be easily aggregated: seeders, electric generators, hay turners, motor pumps, combined equipment for simultaneously performing several operations.

Attachments

Thanks to attachments, you can significantly expand the functionality of Salut walk-behind tractors and simplify your work.

The main types of additional equipment include:

1. Adapter . This is a special device with a seat, thanks to which you can perform work and operate the device while sitting.
2. Mower - allows you to quickly cut grass or make hay. Both rotary and segment mowers are suitable for Salut walk-behind tractors.
3. Potato digger . This device allows you to quickly and effortlessly harvest, without damaging the tubers.
4. Potato planter. Used for planting crops as quickly as possible. It is especially in demand in the case of large areas.
5. Hillers are devices that hill up and help fight weeds. The main thing is to set the working angle correctly.
6. Blade shovel , which is used to remove snow or any debris from the site.

Owner reviews

There are a lot of positive reviews about these walk-behind tractors on the Internet.
Pavlovsky Oleg, Krivoy Rog
“If anyone still doubts the Salyuts with the Chinese Lifan engine, I can say with confidence that it is in vain.
The Chinese, just like ours, know how to make anything - both high-quality goods and disposable junk. I have had my assistant for four years now. The only problem is the belt. The neighbor advised me to immediately change it, but not with the original one, but to pick up a similar one, otherwise it will simply start to slip off over time.” Alex Stroev, Voronezh
“I’ve been working with a Salyut 5 walk-behind tractor since 2006, still an Agatov one. We got used to each other and worked together. I don’t advise you to think too long about choosing a walk-behind tractor. Over time, new models will appear, and perhaps they will have some shortcomings. Just choose a model whose shortcomings will not bother you too much and work for your health.”

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