Tractor T-50. Review, technical specifications, reviews

To replace the previously produced KDP-35 tractor and on its basis in 1958, the Lipetsk plant developed and, after appropriate tests, put into production the T-38 tractor of the 2-ton class. In the T-38 tractor, all the defects that occurred on the KDP-35 tractor were eliminated . In 1959, the tractor underwent modernization, as a result of which the engine power was increased from 40 to 45 hp. by increasing the crankshaft speed from 1400 to 1600 rpm. After modernization, the tractor received the T-38M brand. A further development of the model is the T-40B tractor. Tractor T-50A, gardening, caterpillar, 0.2 t class, designed to replace the KDP-35 tractor. In terms of main components and assemblies, the T-50A tractor is unified with the T-40B row-crop caterpillar tractor and the T-42 wheeled tractor. The T-40B tractor differs from the T-50A tractor in its slightly increased ground clearance and increased track width. T-38 tractors were produced from 1958 to 1961, modernized T-38M tractors - from 1962 to 1973.

Tractor T-50

The T-50 tractor was produced by the Lipetsk Tractor Plant in the last century. When designing it, the designers used the main components and technical characteristics of the T-40B and T-42. It has now been discontinued and can be seen quite rarely.

This model was developed for processing medium-sized farms and agricultural lands, vineyards and orchards. This device can also be used in winter for snow removal. The functionality of the tractor is expanded due to the presence of additional attachments.

Attachments

Available attachments for the T-50 tractor:

• rakes;
• disc harrow;
• tractor potato digger, two rows;
• cultivator (mill - 1.5 m);
• rotary cutter;
• three-furrow and double-furrow plows;
• segment mower;
• cleaning brush;
• dump;
• potato planter;
• potato digger.

Cultivator

Double-furrow plow PLN 2-30

Single-body mounted plow PL-130

Mower

Blade

Specifications

The overall dimensions of the T-50 are 2850x970x1100 mm. The net weight of the tractor reaches 2.5 tons. The maximum load capacity is 2 tons.

Engine

The T-50 crawler tractor is equipped with a 4-stroke diesel engine with 40 horsepower and air cooling. The maximum transmitted torque is 16.8 kgm. The fuel tank with a capacity of 115 liters is capable of ensuring the autonomy of the device over a long period of time.

Transmission

To select the optimal operating speed, the gearbox has 8 steps for driving forward and four in reverse. The T-50 engine starts using an electric starter with an additionally installed decompressor.

Chassis and transmission

The power take-off shaft in this model of crawler tractor can operate in synchronous and independent mode. The chassis is made of solid metal. It is capable of providing a long period of operation with a minimum amount of time spent on care and maintenance. The rollers are lubricated using a centralized lubrication system.

To increase the service life of the T-50 tractor, a closed hinge and cast links are installed on the tracks. There are also beveled spurs to increase traction.

Cabin and controls

The cabin of this model is made of high-quality profile metal. It is glazed on all sides. The cabin is additionally soundproofed and sealed. To maintain a comfortable temperature, ventilation and a heating system are provided.

Hydraulics and drives

The hydraulic system of the T-50 crawler tractor powers heavy attachments. A three-point hitch is installed at the rear.

In addition, it is possible to connect attachments to the sides and front of the device. For this purpose, external cylinders are used. The rear and side hitches can be controlled independently of each other.

STZ-3

1937 – 1952

The first serial, more powerful caterpillar tractor, which began to be produced in Stalingrad and Kharkov. Afterwards the Altai plant also got involved, but there they were called ATZ-NATI. More or less, this unit is similar to modern cars: a frame structure, a half-closed cabin and a carburetor engine that develops power up to 52 hp. By the way, the chassis was military. Over the entire period, about 191,000 units were produced.

• Power: 52 hp
• Weight: 5.1 t.
• Speed: 7.9 km/h

User manual

Maintenance

The T-50 crawler tractor is a practical machine that is sensitive to fuel quality. Only fresh diesel should be used.

Before each trip, it is necessary to check the presence of lubricant and, if necessary, top it up. It is not allowed to operate equipment without oil.

At the end of field work, the unit should be mothballed. It must be cleaned, the parts lubricated with oil to prevent corrosion from forming, the fuel drained, covered and placed in a dry place.

Basic malfunctions and ways to solve them

Every owner of a T-50 tractor should know how to correct minor faults; if more serious breakdowns occur, it is recommended to contact a specialized service center.

Here's what could cause the engine to not start:

• Diesel shortage;
• Lack of lubricant;
• Air entering the fuel system;
• Fuel system malfunction;
• Failure of the ignition system.

Here are the possible reasons why the motor does not develop the required power:

• No full fuel supply;
• The fuel or air filter is clogged;
• Injector malfunction;
• Incorrect fuel supply angle.

DT-54

1949 – 1979

At the start of the 50s, the USSR's tracked tractors were replenished with the first diesel unit, which became one of the most popular. For the development of this technique, the leader and the entire team received a second degree prize, the so-called “Stalin Prize”. Its size was 100 thousand rubles. Over the entire period, almost a million units were built at the Stalingrad, Altai and Kharkov factories.

At that time, the DT 54 crawler tractor was the most powerful and therefore worked on almost every farm or state farm. Its tractive effort could reach 2.85 tons, while the vehicle reached speeds of up to 7.9 km/h. As history says, while driving an agricultural machine, tractor drivers covered 2,000 hectares each, and breakdowns for the machine were not such frequent occurrences. The tractor was successfully exported to other countries; in total, the DT-54 was used by 36 countries; it was most successfully exported to China and Vietnam.

• Weight: 5.4 t
• Length: 3.66 m.
• Height: 2.3 m.
• Width: 1.86 m.
• Track: 1435 mm.
• Power: 54 hp
• Speed: 7.9 km/h
• Tank: 185 l.

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Owner reviews

Here are some opinions from owners on the forums.

Nikolay:

“The technology is unique. I've seen very few people like this in my life. I was lucky enough to work on one in my youth. The car is not bad, but there are many nuances. I worked on it for only 3 months, then I was transferred to a wheeled MTZ. The power output is normal, the ride is also good, but the cabin is a quiet horror. There is strong vibration and noise; when driving fast it is very uncomfortable, and under heavy load the engine starts to roar uncontrollably. I saved myself with earplugs..."

DT-75

1963 – 2009

Here is the legendary DT 75 tracked tractor straight from the Soviet Union, which has reached our times. The Volgograd plant was engaged in the production of equipment, and over the entire period about 2,741,000 units were created here, operating even today in some farms of the country. The most popular tractor has naturally been modernized and improved several times to meet modern requirements. At the very start, a diesel engine producing 75 hp was used as the power unit, but then a more powerful version appeared. The latest engine develops 95 horsepower.

Not all Soviet tracked tractors can boast a cabin with two soft seats, which can also be adjusted both by weight and by height. Already in those days they thought about workers and increased the size of the cabin and installed control levers in a more convenient manner. Many people do not know that the DT 75 crawler tractor was also nicknamed the “Postman”. All because of the fuel tank located on the side.

• Weight: 6 t
• Length: 3.48 m.
• Height: 2.65 m.
• Width: 1.89 m.
• Track: 1330 mm.
• Power: 75, 90 and 95 hp.
• Speed: 12 km/h
• Tank: 240 l.

Description

T-50 (“Vladimirets”) is a modern model of a universal wheeled tractor with a row crop purpose. Belongs to traction class 0.9. The developer of this model is a manufacturing plant in Pokrov (Russia, Vladimir region). The machine went through a long period of testing and testing, which led to design changes. In addition to the technical part, the external design of the unit was modernized.

The T-50 tractor is intended for use on personal plots, dacha cooperatives, private and state-owned land of small and medium area. The machine is all-season, can be used even in winter. With additional equipment with attachments, the functionality of the tractor expands significantly.

Purpose

• plowing the soil;
• hilling works;
• loosening the soil and preparing it for planting crops;
• sowing seeds;
• harvesting (potatoes, beets and other root vegetables) using a digger;
• transportation of any cargo (tractor load capacity is 1200 kg);
• construction work (work with a loader bucket, blade, etc.);
• snow blower function.

Specifications

The technical characteristics of the T-50 are at a high level, for example, the machine can work in combination with wide-cut implements and agricultural machines. The range of equipment for working with it is very wide, so the model is quite in demand; in addition, the machine is of medium weight and is suitable for small plots of land.

The T-50 is front-wheel drive, with a longitudinal wheelbase of 2086 mm.

Weight and dimensions

• The weight of the T-50 tractor is 2600 kg.
• Machine dimensions: length 3740 mm, height 2540 mm, width 1660 mm.
• The size of the cargo for transportation should not exceed 1200 kg.
• It is recommended to use special devices for transportation: carts, dump trailers, platforms.

Engine

The T-50 model is equipped with a D1ZOT-10 diesel engine (4 strokes, 4 cylinders). Cooling system: air. There is a turbocharging function that increases engine power and torque. Fuel consumption is moderate. In addition, the T-50 engine complies with exhaust gas emission standards (UNECE standard No. 96-01, Euro-2). Engine power is 45 hp, fuel consumption is 241 g/kW/hour. Shaft rotation speed 2000 rpm.

The gearbox operates in the following number of gears: 8 forward/8 reverse. The tractor is started using an electric starter.

Cabin

The cabin of the T-50 tractor is very comfortable and has excellent visibility. It is made of bent profiles of increased strength. The windows have fiberglass panels. The cabin is well insulated from noise, sealed, there is ventilation and heating, the systems of which are autonomous. The driver's seat is adjustable for weight and height.

Control of the T-50 tractor

Like other wheeled tractors, the T-50 is controlled using the steering column, steering wheel, and gearshift levers. The instrument panel is located immediately behind the steering wheel. The panel contains fuel sensors, a pressure gauge, and an oil pressure sensor. Turning is carried out using the steering wheel and brake pedal, the drive axle is front.

Cabin

A distinctive feature of the T-50 is the cabin, which has an increased level of comfort. The protective frame of the cabin is made from high-strength complex bent profiles made in Russia along the main load-bearing struts.

Fiberglass parts of the cabin and lining are made taking into account modern design requirements. The cabin is noise-vibration-insulated, sealed and equipped with an autonomous ventilation and heating system.

The single-seat sprung seat is adjustable according to the weight and height of the driver. The large glass area of ​​the cab provides good visibility, which allows you to easily monitor the work progress.

The requirements for the cabin design in terms of safety, ergonomics and aesthetics comply with domestic and international standards.

Maintenance and operation rules

When switching to seasonal operation, change the oil and fuel; select oil in accordance with the season. Let the diesel fuel sit for two days before filling. Do not store the tractor with the tank full of fuel. Avoid storing equipment in damp areas.

During scheduled maintenance, perform the following actions:

• check the tire pressure, inflate them if necessary;
• check the operation of all lifting mechanisms;
• clean or replace the spark plug;
• check the condition of the brake system, gearbox, engine;
• make sure there is no oil leak.