The Tarpan walk-behind tractor is an agricultural unit that is in great demand among farmers in Russia and the CIS countries. This agricultural machinery is produced at Tulamash-Tarpan LLC, one of the 20 subsidiaries of the largest production holding Tulamashzavod.
Tulamash-Tarpan LLC has been developing and producing equipment for the agricultural industry for a long time.
Motoblocks and motor-cultivators of the Tarpan series are the best Russian motorized machines, differing from other models in their excellent build quality, ease of operation, ease of use, reliability and high technical characteristics.
This review will focus on the Tarpan series of domestic walk-behind tractors, their design, characteristics, maintenance and proper operation.
Advantages and disadvantages of Tarpan brand cultivators
The Tarpan cultivator has a history of more than 25 years.
The first models of the family of units were not very reliable, so they wanted to abandon their production. However, over time, the manufacturer began to introduce more advanced technologies into production, due to which the design of the models was constantly improved. Modern representatives with Honda engines are distinguished by their high reliability. They are equipped with an almost eternal worm gearbox. A powerful motor is also capable of pleasing buyers. In its current configurations, the Tarpan cultivator is available with 5.5 and 6 hp engines. With.
Among the main advantages of the unit are:
- The presence of an automatic centrifugal clutch, which allows you to fold the cultivator into 2 parts to make it easier to transport;
- The excellent combination of an imported engine and durable domestic hardware allows you to process even heavy soils;
- Good processing speed - the cultivator is capable of plowing up to 10 acres in 5 hours;
- The unit requires minimal maintenance and adjustments, it is easy to operate;
- The cultivator is lightweight, so it can be turned over alone;
- Perfectly sharpened reliable cutters;
- The vertical motor is easily and quickly removed;
- A wide range of attachments can be used.
In addition to all the advantages, the Tarpan motor cultivator also has some disadvantages. Firstly, the manufacturer did not provide for reverse gear, which makes using the model in small and abundantly planted beds very inconvenient. Secondly, the thumb quickly gets tired from constantly pressing the gas lever. Thirdly, the cutters quickly wind up weeds, as they are located at right angles. Fourthly, it is inconvenient to change engine oil - you need to constantly remove the clutch and unscrew the nuts.
Features of Tarpan cultivators
Russian motor-cultivators of the Tarpan brand are optimally suited for farmers who own plots of no more than 15 acres. This technique has earned recognition due to its reliable motor and high-quality assembly. Most models are equipped with American Briggs & Stratton engines with a capacity of 5 to 6 hp. With. The main features of the units include:
- Almost eternal worm gearbox;
- High-quality transmission, which makes it possible to move at several speeds;
- Plowing depth ranges from 16 to 25 cm;
- The width of the strip ranges from 25–100 cm;
- Improved grip due to the use of more reliable spark plugs;
- Ability to use multiple attachment options.
These Russian cultivators can be used even in virgin lands. At the same time, the manufacturer promises fairly high productivity - about 2 acres per hour of operation.
More modern models of the Tarpan brand are equipped with improved Honda, Zongshen and Champion engines. They are less powerful, but the high quality of their assembly allows you to use the cultivator without worrying that it will stall due to overheating.
Description
The Tarpan series walk-behind tractor is produced in Russia at. In this region, this is one of the largest holdings, which includes about twenty different companies producing a variety of equipment. There is a special area of activity “Tulamash-Tarpan”, which is separately engaged in the development and production of small agricultural equipment.
Basically, the technology has become widespread in the regions of Russia and nearby CIS countries. These walk-behind tractors are loved for the high quality of their components, comfort during work and excellent performance.
In this video you will learn the pros and cons of this walk-behind tractor:
Design features of the units
The Tarpan motor-cultivator in the old configuration is equipped with a four-stroke gasoline engine of the Briggs & Stratton Quantum brand, produced in America, although every year the manufacturer produces more and more models with Japanese Honda engines.
The power of the American engine is 6 liters. s., and Japanese - 5.5 l. With. Each engine is equipped with an air cooling system, which allows carburetor repairs to be carried out much less frequently than with cultivators of other brands. This is due to the fact that air enters not only the engine for cooling, but also into the carburetor, enriching the fuel mixture. This process has a positive effect on the durability of the carburetor. During operation, a worm-type gearbox transmits engine speed to cutters equipped with a mechanism for adjusting the depth of tillage. In the maximum low position of the regulator, the cutters are lowered to a depth of 20 cm. The width of the covered strip during operation ranges from 35 to 100 cm. To move around the site, the cultivator is equipped with two wheels.
The unit controls are located on the steering wheel, which can be adjusted in height. The handlebar grips have a rubber coating and are quite comfortable to grip. The tilt of the steering rod can be adjusted to change the tilt of the unit or turn it around.
Manual
It is important not to use the unit at full capacity for several days after purchase - you must remember that the device must be run-in for the first 24 hours. Therefore, it is better to process the same bed in several stages, each time increasing the depth of processing.
Start
Before starting, it is worth checking the oil level, the proper operation of the engine, and whether the power unit is securely attached to another unit that performs an additional function.
Starting the engine when the control lever is clamped (the engine speed control position is “fast”) is prohibited, because the device’s clutch works automatically when the engine reaches the desired speed, which is more than the idle speed.
Soil treatment
You need to stand near the steering wheel and hold the handle tightly. Do not press the lever too hard, slightly increase the engine speed.
When the motor reaches the required speed, the centrifugal clutch will automatically engage and the gearbox shaft will begin to rotate.
At this time the device will begin to move. Cultivation of the soil in depth by cutters is determined by the position of the depth regulator , which can change when it is rearranged in the bracket along the holes that are in the regulator.
Turn off device
To do this, lower the control lever. It will return to its original idle position as a result of the operation of the return spring. Then pull it down all the way and the motor will stop working.
Popular unit modifications
The most popular configurations are Tarpan TMZ-MK 03 and Tarpan TMZ-MK 04.
Motor cultivator Tarpan TMZ-MK 03
Specifications:
- Engine manufacturer – petrol 4-stroke Briggs&Stratton;
- Engine power – 6.0 hp;
- Clutch – dry, automatic, centrifugal;
- Gearbox – single-speed, worm in an oil bath;
- Working width – 350, 700, 1000 mm;
- Overall dimensions (control handles folded) – 1300x700x1060 mm;
- Weight – 45 kg;
- Number of cutters included: 4 pcs.
- Milling cutter rotation direction: straight
- Cultivation depth: 20 cm
- Engine power: 4.45 kW / 6.05 hp
- Engine capacity: 190 cc cm
Design of the Tarpan TMZ MK-03 cultivator
The Tarpan TMZ MK-03 cultivator has a modular design, thanks to which it can be easily transported between home and dacha. This model with a Briggs&Stratton engine can be almost completely disassembled, the attachments and the engine itself can be removed. The single-cylinder four-stroke engine of the unit develops a power of 6 hp. s., and its resource fluctuates within 1 thousand engine hours. There are also other modifications on the market, equipped with Japanese engines. For example, the TMZ MK-04 model is equipped with a Japanese Honda engine, developing a power of 5.5 liters. With.
The transmission of engine speed to the working elements is carried out through a worm gearbox. In practice, it shows itself to be much more reliable than belt and chain drives. The gearbox design is located in an oil “bath”. Despite the high degree of reliability, the gearbox has one drawback - it allows you to move only in one forward gear.
The width of the covered strip can be adjusted depending on the type of attachment. If the unit operates as standard, the width will be 75 cm. With an additional canopy, the width can be increased to 1 m. The Tarpan TMZ MK-03 cultivator can be used with the following equipment:
- Lawnmower;
- Rake;
- Hiller;
- Rotary cutter;
- Plow;
- Flat cutters;
- Ice crusher.
Rotary snow blowers can also be used. The snow throwing distance will be 5 m. The physical weight of the unit without additional equipment is 45 kg. Light weight and height-adjustable handle bars greatly simplify the operation of the model.
It is also worth noting another modification option - Tarpan TMZ-ML 03 Champion. It is equipped with Chinese Champion engines, making this configuration much cheaper than the two previous analogues. Another budget option is the Tarpan TMZ-MK 03 unit, which has a Chinese Zongshen XP 200 engine.
Among other variations with a Japanese engine, it is worth noting the Tarpan TMZ-MK 07 model. It costs much more than all previous configurations, as it allows the use of a variety of large-sized attachments, including a wide snow blower.
The domestic agricultural machinery market is not very rich in motor cultivators. Therefore, as soon as the Tarpan TMZ MK-03 motor-cultivator appeared on sale, it immediately attracted the attention of farmers. This model is a versatile and quite powerful unit that successfully copes with many tasks.
Model range overview
TMZ MK 04
Cars with gasoline engines with an average power of 3.7 horsepower. Suitable for working with areas of 0.2 hectares. Improved loosening and crushing of soil, removal of weeds is the main difference and advantage compared to conventional plows.
Processing depth is up to 18 centimeters. Other indicators remain standard for this class.
TMZ MK 03
Not much different from the previous version. Medium power machines for processing small areas. One of the basic models, launched into production back in 1997. Plows the plot and helps organize proper cultivation of the land. Separately, you can buy attachments and attachments that expand the functionality. The instruction manual will confirm this.
675
A modern model, equipped with powerful engines and equipment that allows high-quality work to be done even on medium-sized areas.
The numerical and alphabetic designation helps to find out in advance what characteristics a particular technique has. The mounted and mounted equipment for it remains the same. Next, let’s look at how Tarpan motor cultivators behave, reviews from owners of which are often positive. This is interesting: Elitech KB 60N motor-cultivator.
Fuel consumption by motor cultivator depending on loads
Despite the not very high power of the unit and its modifications, it consumes a significant amount of fuel.
In the process of plowing the soil, the model requires approximately 1.5 liters/hour. This figure may vary depending on the task being performed. Thus, when cultivating hard soils with a plow, the cultivator consumes at least 1.8 liters per hour of operation. When clearing snow, it “eats” at least 2 liters. fuel. However, it is important to take into account that a certain amount of fuel is lost even when the engine warms up.
When hilling potatoes, the cultivator requires, on average, 1.6 liters. fuel, and when working with a rake - about 1.5 l./h. work.
Attachments for working with a cultivator
Good power and reliable spare parts allow the use of a wide range of attachments. According to the operating instructions, the following can be used with the cultivator:
- Weeder for weed control between rows. The distance between rows should not be less than 30 cm;
- Hiller - helps to make furrows, mark out areas for beds, and care for potatoes;
- Lugs - make the cultivator heavier and improve its adhesion to the ground;
- Special wheels with a frame make moving the cultivator more convenient;
- Plow - used for deeper soil cultivation.
By purchasing some devices from this inventory, the owner of the cultivator will make planting and caring for the beds much easier, and will save a lot of time and effort.
Reviews
For farmers and owners of personal plots, working with a Tarpan walk-behind tractor evokes only positive emotions. Here are some user reviews:
Sergey: “I have owned Tarpan for more than 5 years. Does all the work perfectly, very economical. Cleaning is quick and effortless. You just need to adapt and learn to hold the walk-behind tractor straight.”
Victor: “I bought it 2 years ago. The unit was already assembled, but due to its compactness it was not difficult to deliver it home. A very convenient and comfortable device. Even though the engine is American, it runs on 92 gasoline. High-quality equipment, and with timely oil changes, will last a long time.”
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