Tractor RT-M-160. Review, characteristics, device, reviews

The RTM-160 tractor is an agricultural machine for plowing fields, high-quality harvesting, and subsequent cultivation of the planted crop. Manufactured by the Uralvagonzavod concern, the RTM 160 tractor has proven itself excellent in collecting the following products: beets, all kinds of vegetables, tall types of crops. The unit can be connected to attachments that are attached to the front or rear mounts on the RTM 160 frame. Containers are attached to the frame, which help in planting seeds, spreading liquid or bulk fertilizers, and watering the field with herbicides. When attaching a plow, the process of plowing the field takes place at a depth of 30 cm from the surface. For a high level of cross-country ability, the vehicle is equipped with a 6 by 6 wheel pair. In addition to agriculture, it can be used in the forestry industry, public utilities, and Rosavtodor. The first products began to be delivered in 2004, production was completed in 2009. Most of the units were sold to the Sverdlovsk region, Krasnodar region, the republics of Udmurtia and Tatarstan. Export models went to work in Bulgaria. An achievement is the awarding of a silver medal at the Zolotaya Niva competition, held in May 2011. The unit gave the gold to the manufacturer Claas from Germany.

Tractor RTM 160

Tractor RT-M-160

The manufacturer of the RT-M 160 tractor is the defense concern Uralvagonzavod, known since the Second World War. During the war years, it was forced to reorient itself from defense engineering to industrial and agricultural engineering.

The unit was in demand not only among domestic farmers. A third of the products were exported to the Baltic countries, etc.

The functional tractor RTM-160 was developed by the designers of the Ural plant and already in 2003 the first wheeled multifunctional tractor machine was assembled. The tests lasted for a year and in December 2004, the management of Uralvagonzavod decided to launch mass production of RT-M-160 tractors.

Tractor RT-M-160

The car was appreciated, but there were still some shortcomings that required attention from designers and engineers. The change of management at Uralvagonzavod ended fatally for this functional tractor and already in 2009 the plant stopped production. Small private enterprises seized the initiative and continued small-scale production of this equipment, however, there was no one to modify and improve the machine.

Tractor RT-M-160 with attachments

Despite all the difficulties, the RT-M-160 tractor was exhibited at the international exhibition “Golden Niva” in Geneva, where it received a silver medal and, accordingly, second place, losing the championship to the German Claas.

Today it can be found on sale, and its price varies from 800 thousand to 1 million rubles.

The high assessment of the characteristics, reliability and performance of the tractor, which was classified as traction class 2-3, did not influence the management of the Ural enterprise and the tractor was forgotten.

Machine structure

The RTM 160 tractor produced by the Uralvagonzavod concern is equipped with a manual gearbox. The difference between this gearbox and the LTZ-155 gearbox is the presence of working helical gears, which are constantly meshed with each other. The box was divided into 4 speed ranges, each with 4 speed gears. Four PTOs are provided. The suspension system controls four wheels simultaneously. The differentials on the rear and front axles are locked in forced and automatic modes, respectively. To carry out inter-row cultivation of the field, the width of the wheels for passing the rows can be adjusted and the following limits can be set: 450, 600, 700, 750, 900 millimeters. The high maneuverability of the unit is explained by the full control of all wheels of the unit. A tracking-type rotary device ensures that the rear pair of wheels follows the track of the front pair completely or in reverse. Due to this, the radius when making a turn is reduced, and damage to the soil and planted crop is minimized.

Overview of modifications

During the short period of its existence, the RT-M-160 tractor has undergone several transformations; the designers created the following modifications of this functional agricultural machine:

• RT-M-160 - basic model, rear wheel steering is mechanical, front wheels are automatic.
• RT-M-160K is a utility tractor.
• RT-M-160U - there is no control function for the rear wheel pair; the tractor is equipped with mechanisms used to extinguish forest fires.

Equipment

List of standard mechanisms that are included in the factory package:

• Hinged mechanism with rear fastening. ZNU brand.
• Mechanism for traction and clutch brand TSU-1Zh.
• Climate system: air conditioner + stove.
• Controlled post of quickly reversible type.

List of purchased mechanisms that are connected to our tractor:

• System with automatic adjustment of plowing depth.
• Automatic coupler brand SA-2.
• The TSU-2/3 unit, which performs the coupling and traction of the RTM 160 with trailing mechanisms.
• Sprayer and jacks.
• Twin wheelsets.
• Stroke reducer.

Characteristics

Review of the RTM-160 tractor. Characteristics, photos, video works, reviews

The RTM 160 tractor is used for plowing agricultural land, sowing, harvesting and processing crops. RTM 160 is produced at the Uralvagonzavod plant.

This tractor is combined with attachments that can be installed either at the rear or in front of the machine, depending on the need.

The RTM 160 tractor is capable of cultivating the land with liquid and bulk fertilizers.

The maximum plowing depth is 30 cm.

Uralvagonzavod released its first tractor RTM 160 in 2004, and in 2009 the last representative of this model rolled off the assembly line.

The unit was mainly supplied to the territory of the Russian Federation. Export options can also be found in the Balkans.

Owner reviews

Yuri, 46 years old:

“I use the tractor for field work, the machine is durable and maneuverable, the hydraulic system is excellent, but the build quality is poor - I have to repair it every year, service centers, by the way, are not very helpful to the owners of this equipment.”

Sergey, 35 years old:

“Lubrication, care, timely maintenance - and the tractor still works. I suffered through the first two years - first one was erased, then the other fell off... The functionality is excellent, you turn a blind eye to some imperfections in the assembly.”

Advantages, disadvantages

One of the advantages is the quality of all parts of the assembled unit, since its manufacturer is the military concern Uralvagonzavod. High cross-country ability, an impressive level of traction power, and adjustments for working with the ground provide every reason to choose this model among foreign and domestic analogues. The downside is the attitude of dealers towards service. The equipment is not ideal, and dealers correct factory defects with visible dissatisfaction. The problematic category of spare parts is cuffs and seals, they are of low quality. The drive shaft on the front axle during operation leads to poor condition of the crosspiece and bearings.

Be sure to read: Tractor LTZ 60

User manual

When purchasing agricultural machinery, we immediately turn to the instructions, which consist of several sections:

• Tractor devices RTM-160;
• Technical characteristics of the unit;
• Running in (breaking in) of the engine;
• Maintenance;
• List and troubleshooting.

Run-in

The break-in procedure is necessary for grinding in the moving elements of the motor and other mechanisms. It lasts about 8 hours, it starts without load, gradually the power increases and by the 8th hour the tractor is ready for use. All that remains is to replace the engine oil in the system and you can begin work.

Maintenance

Let us note the main points when carrying out maintenance of the RTM-160 wheeled tractor:

• Change engine oil every 100 operating hours. Ideally, this is mineral or semi-synthetic oil 15W-40, 10W-40.

• Change transmission oil every 1000 hours. SAE 85W-90 API GL-5 oil is recommended.
• Monitor the pressure in the tractor tires.
• When storing, do not forget to drain the working fluids.

Basic malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

Let's list the reasons that prevent a diesel power plant from starting:

• There is no diesel fuel or engine oil in the engine crankcase.
• Poor quality oil or fuel has been filled.
• The filtration system is clogged (check the air and fuel filters).
• The injection pump is out of order or requires cleaning.
• The batteries are low.
• The electric starter has failed.

Tractor RTM 160 technical characteristics, device features and price

RTM-160 is a general-purpose universal row-crop agricultural tractor, in demand among farmers, agronomists, builders, utility workers, industrialists, etc. The machine is designed for a wide range of tasks and is adapted to any climatic conditions.

The RTM-160 can be used for harvesting and cultivating row crops, and especially for this purpose the tractor is equipped with combined attachment options that are installed in the front and rear of the machine. This allows you to simultaneously perform several operations in one go.

In particular, the model under consideration is in demand for plowing any type of soil, including virgin lands.

You can easily perform tasks such as cultivating and harrowing, sowing grain and harvesting crops using trailed and grain harvesting equipment, as well as other operations that can be entrusted to this “farmer” of Ural origin.

Purpose

RTM-160 has many modifications designed for various sectors of agriculture and industry. For example, one of the most powerful is considered to be the version with a 6x6 wheel arrangement, as well as utility and forestry modifications.

The car went into production in 2003 – that’s when the first copy was released. The equipment successfully passed a series of tests in arable farming, and in 2004 mass production of the model began for the domestic and export markets.

The equipment was supplied to the Krasnodar Territory, Tatarstan, Udmurtia and other large regions.

Features of the device and operation

1. The RTM-60 tractor is equipped with a YaMZ-236D-2 diesel engine that meets European environmental standards. The engine is not turbocharged, and this greatly simplifies the design and maintenance of the internal combustion engine. With a maximum power of 175 hp. With. the engine develops 667 N/m of torque and consumes an average of 162 g/l. With. h.
   The economical power plant is adapted for operation at low temperatures. The engine is combined with an updated gearbox with helical gears that are in constant mesh. This gearbox replaced the outdated transmission with hydraulic clamping couplings.

   The modernized gearbox has four operating ranges, each of which has four speeds. In total, the gearbox has 16 speeds responsible for forward movement, and another 8 speeds are reserved for reverse movement.

   In addition, the machine comes with four power take-off shafts at once - a side, front, rear and rear-top PTO. In transport mode, the car reaches 34 km/h. When reversing, you can accelerate to 12 km/h.

2. The RTM-160 is based on a frame structure with an all-wheel drive layout, with four identical wheels. The presence of a differential lock for the rear axle improves off-road capabilities. The method of locking the rear axle is forced, while the front axle can be locked automatically.
   All-wheel drive and differential locking, coupled with large wheels, allow you to overcome any obstacles, be it ruts, muddy ground, deep snow, 30 percent inclines, etc. This is also facilitated by increased ground clearance and minimal body overhangs.

   By the way, the model in question is equipped with tires with a size of 16.9R30, or 9.5-42. With such wheels you can work on moist soil without losing traction properties. Of course, if desired, you can adjust the track in the range of 450-900 mm, and thereby improve the quality of work on the row spacing.

3. In addition to the above, let us pay attention to the excellent maneuverability of the machine, despite its solid dimensions and heavy weight.
   It was possible to reduce the turning radius and improve the responsiveness of the wheels when turning the steering wheel with the help of four steered wheels, as well as a servo turning mechanism. The latter, in turn, controls the trajectory of the rear and front wheels, which is very important when driving on uneven surfaces, in ruts, etc.
4. The tractor interior is equipped with modern safety and comfort elements.
   The cabin is located in the center of the frame, which ensures ideal center-to-axle weight distribution and has a beneficial effect on directional stability. In addition, this arrangement guarantees good visibility and visibility, also thanks to the wide glazing area.

   Due to this, the driver is able to constantly monitor the front and rear implements, as well as perform turns and reverse movements. In addition, we note high-quality interior trim elements, as well as sealed and sound-insulating panels that protect against external noise and vibrations.

   The standard installed air conditioning and heater help increase comfort and coziness in the cabin. The steering column is adjustable for tilt and reach, and the driver's seat is adjustable for height.

   By the way, the steering column, along with the steering wheel and the dashboard, are a single structure that can be rotated 180 degrees - for example, if you are working in reverse.

5. The basic configuration of the RTM-160 tractor is equipped with a rear linkage ZNU, as well as a towing linkage attachment TSU-1Zh.
   A front linkage is available as an option. Both the front and rear linkages are controlled by a hydraulic drive, which is designed for lifting capacities of 2,500 and 3,500 tons for the front and rear linkages, respectively. There are also hydraulic outlets (4 pairs), thanks to which you can use several attachments at once.
6. RTM-160 received several modifications:

• RT-M-16U is a simplified machine that does not have a rear swing axle function
• RT-M-160K – municipal transport modification
• RT-M-160LH – machine for logging work
• RT-M-160TT 6x6 – a powerful special vehicle with a three-wheel all-wheel drive configuration
• TMV-1 is a tractor-tractor designed for moving carriages by rail.