Tractors T-150 and T-150 K - characteristics, scope

During its operation (since 1931), the Tractor Plant in Kharkov has produced many machines that were, in their time, advanced models of agricultural machinery. These include the highly productive and efficient T-150 tractor on caterpillar tracks and the T-150K – a modification on wheels.

Structurally, both cars are as unified as possible and differ in their chassis and transmission at the final stage. Both versions are general purpose tractors and have a traction class of 3 tf (30 kN).

The technical solutions incorporated into the car by the designers more than 40 years ago turned out to be successful. Over the past time, the tractor not only has not lost its relevance, but has become one of the main machines in agricultural production.

This is especially true for the T-150K tractor, developed on the basis of its tracked brother and released 5 years later. Today, in addition to agriculture, it is used in the army and in construction. The machine, equipped with a blade at the front, is successfully used in winter for clearing snow at utility companies in many cities.

Chassis

The tracked vehicle is moved by two track chains, each of which is mounted on two sprung suspension balance carriages and two support rollers. The propulsion system is equipped with coil springs and hydraulic shock absorbers designed to reduce shocks from hitting obstacles.

The wheeled version is implemented with four wheels, one on each side of the front and rear axle. The tires installed on the tractor are wide, which reduces the pressure from its weight on the ground. All four tires are the same, models FD-14A or FD37 and are marked 530R610(21.3R24) and 610R655(23.1R26), respectively.

Technical characteristics of the T150-05-09 tractor

More details about the device can be found in the operating instructions T-150-05-09 and T-150K-09

Design features

The engine of the T-150 tractor is located in the front part. The clutch and dual-flow gearbox are attached to it.

Engine

For a long time, the T-150 was equipped with SMD-60 brand components. Compared to other engines, this power plant had a special design. The engine has a four-stroke six-cylinder design. The cylinders have a double-row arrangement. The left row is slightly offset, which allows for the additional installation of two connecting rods.

All units and mechanisms are located very compactly. The fuel pump is located at the rear of the power plant. There is also a gas distribution drive here. The water pump has a centrifugal design. According to the passport, the tractor’s fuel consumption is 185 g/e, hp.

The SMD-60 was replaced by a naturally aspirated six-cylinder engine YaMZ 236 DZ, the rated power of which is equivalent to 170 hp. This power plant is started using an electric starter.

Transmission

For the tracked version of the T-150, a new transmission variation is installed. It is distinguished by the virtual absence of turning mechanisms. Their role is entirely assigned to the gearbox. Torque is transmitted from the engine through a double-disc clutch.

Transmission

The gearbox has an eight-speed design. Each secondary shaft transmits rotation to one drive wheel of the chassis. The design features of the gearbox make it possible to turn the tractor without subsequently interrupting the flow of power from the engine to the drive wheels.

Cabin

The comfortable cabin is installed on a rigid frame base. All-round glazing in the cab improves visibility and greatly simplifies control of the work process. On the front part there is a special visor that prevents the sun from entering the driver’s eyes. The cab windows are equipped with a windshield wiper. The blowing function helps prevent the glass from fogging up during operation.

T-150 tractor diagram

The driver's cabin has good sound and vibration insulation. The presence of a high-quality ventilation system, which allows you to work in comfortable conditions, deserves special attention. Two people can easily fit inside. At the same time, the driver's seat is distinguished by the presence of springs. The cabin has lighting, hooks for clothes, space for a first aid kit and a thermos.

Chassis

The tracked version of the tractor is equipped with two tracks. Each of them is installed on sprung carriages and support rollers. The built-in mechanism of shock absorbers and springs reduce vibration due to hitting an obstacle. The chassis is located on a supporting frame of two longitudinal-type spars. These elements are connected to each other through the use of steel cross bars. Each track can have a separate gear, making it possible to turn the tractor almost on the spot.

The T-150 wheeled tractor is equipped with four wheels. Wide tires and sufficient width of the wheelbase minimize the weight of the tractor and reduce pressure on the ground. All tractor tires are the same and therefore have identical markings.

Prospects in the modern market

The machines, despite the abundance of similar foreign equipment on the market, find interested buyers and continue to work in many areas of production. Of course, the technical characteristics of the T-150 cannot be called outstanding these days, but the affordable price, huge secondary market and ease of maintenance make many people choose it.

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Maintenance

Speaking about the advantages of the T-150 tractor, I would like to note that, compared to the T-150K wheeled vehicle, the tracked model consumes 10% less fuel. Also, the T-150 has increased traction force by 20-30% and improved the performance of the tractor unit.

Photo source: allspectech.com Photo T-150

The T-150 also has a number of disadvantages. For example, he is prohibited from traveling on public roads. Compared to the T-150K wheeled tractor, the model in question has a lower transport speed. The short wheelbase of the machine is the reason for difficulties when aggregating it with heavy attachments. Another disadvantage of the T-150 is the increased wear of the track in the pin-eye connection.

Characteristics of the HTZ T-150 tractor

• The machine is assembled on a solid frame, the drive axle is the rear one. It is equipped with a diesel engine (power 180 hp) with a liquid cooling circuit and direct fuel injection, which ensures a fairly high speed of moving cargo and performing other work.
• Operating speed range (forward/backward) – 3.4…30.1/5.1…9.2 km/h. The fuel tank is plastic, with a capacity of 430 l.
• Steering mechanism with hydraulic booster.
• The tractor is capable of towing a trailer with a cargo capacity of 20 tons. Excellent suspension and chassis (chassis with rear-wheel drive and front steering, large pneumatic tires) provide excellent maneuverability while driving.

Our offer of the HTZ T-150 tractor is your best choice for transporting goods, excavation and agricultural work.

Technical data

• Diesel (model YaMZ 236), direct fuel injection.
• Rated power 180 hp/132 kW.
• Fuel volume 430 l.

Transmission:

• The gearbox is mechanical, shifting without interruption of power within the range.
• The clutch is dry, single-disc.
• Gears (forward/backward) – 12/4.
• Power take-off shaft (rpm) – independent, located at the rear; two-speed (540 and 1000).
• Traction force, kN – 30…60.
• Attachment – ​​located at the rear, two- and three-point, permissible load 45 kN.

Main dimensions and weight:

• Tire size – 21.3R24.
• Wheelbase, mm – 2860.
• Wheel track (front/rear), mm – 1680/1860.
• Ground clearance (ground clearance), mm – 400.
• Minimum turning radius, m – 6.5.
• Operating weight, t – 8.4.
• Overall dimensions (length/width/height), mm – 6130/2460/3323.

Ease of use

The sufficiently large power and maneuverability of the HTZ T-150 tractor allows it to be used for work in the field of logistics and transport, utility, construction and road work, when preparing soil, sowing and harvesting agricultural/forage crops.

He will help:

• When leveling/loading soil and bulk materials (asphalt-concrete mixtures, sand, crushed stone).
• When compacting solid waste in landfills, clearing snow and debris.
• When transporting cargo and towing emergency vehicles.
• When preparing and carrying out work in rural areas - processing of plants and soil, distribution of feed.

The powerful hydraulic system makes it much easier to change and use various attachments/coupling devices.

From us you can purchase the HTZ T-150 tractor at a low price, and also get maximum discounts on the cost of spare parts, units and attachments. We offer you the most affordable prices. Almost all tractors we offer are available in our warehouse in Tula.

We will ensure prompt delivery of your goods (including its security, loading/unloading, transportation permits) within the Russian Federation and most CIS countries. You can profitably purchase HTZ T-150 tractors and components for them at affordable prices in Tula if you contact our specialists in the agricultural machinery sales department by calling 7(910)9444775 or leaving your request on our Web page (address https:// www.tulaslavprom.ru)

The history of the creation of a popular model

However, let's go back in time, to November 25, 1983 - the day when KhTZ released a tracked modification of its most famous and most sought-after tractor. We are, of course, talking about the T 150 K wheeled tractor and its “caterpillar” incarnation. The difference of just one letter gave the country one of the most productive and efficient tracked agricultural units of that time.

Structurally, the new tractor, released a full 10 years later than its wheeled brother, differed only in the chassis, suspension and gear shift nuances. Its appearance was partly the result of the increased need among farmers for a reliable all-terrain vehicle that would have better performance indicators, have less harmful effects on fertile soils, and would not compact them or slip. Since the T 150K was extremely popular at one time, it was natural to assume that it would become the basis for the creative search of KhTZ engineers.

Soviet agricultural industrialists liked the T 150 tracked tractor. In 1991, components and equipment for it were produced by more than 57 machine-building enterprises of the Soviet Union, both civil and defense sectors.

Over the forty-year history, this tractor has been modernized in every way: there has been a T 150E - a caterpillar tractor with a raised drive sprocket and a maximally reduced track support area, and a trial 2-link tractor, and an experimental model on rubber-metal tracks. But what is especially surprising is that, unlike its peers T 130, T 170, only T 150 continues its life and enjoys enviable popularity in the 21st century. Today this is a completely updated tracked T 150-05-09-25, the release of which on the European market began in the spring of 2012.

KhTZ T-150 after major overhaul

Our company supplies these tractors after high-quality overhauls. Excellent working technical condition. During the repair process, the tractor is completely disassembled and reassembled under clear guidance.

A major overhaul of absolutely all components is being carried out.

• The engine and gearbox were overhauled.
• The cabin has been restored, soundproofed and insulated.
• New electrical equipment.
• New tires.
• New high pressure hoses.
• New hydraulic cylinders.
• All bushings have been replaced and the promopores have been restored.
• Bridges have been repaired.

The entire tractor assembly process is carried out by experienced mechanics and engineers.

The equipment is provided with a one-year warranty without limitation of operating hours.

Delivery throughout the Russian Federation by road or rail.

Engine

All modifications of the T-74 tractor were equipped with the same SMD-14A engine, produced at Kharkovsky. This four-cylinder diesel engine is well known to specialists who worked at MTS during the USSR. Among its design features we should mention:

• Water cooling,

  allowing the power unit to operate for a long time at high loads.

• Working volume

  6.33 liters with a cylinder diameter of 120 mm and a piston stroke of 140 mm.

• Wet cylinder liners,

  providing quick engine repair in the field.

• Vortex chambers

  combustion.

• Bottom position

  camshaft.

• Top position

  valves, the opening force to which was transmitted through pushers.

• Maximum power

  75 l. With.

• Fuel consumption

  – 195 g/l. With. at one o'clock.

• Dry weight

  – 675 kg.

To start the engine, a PD-10M-2 gasoline starting unit equipped with an electric starter is used. It should be noted that the cylinder block design with wet liners, which became widespread at that time, although it improved the maintainability of engines, but reduced their overall service life compared to units made according to a monoblock design .

Specifications

Based on one of the modifications of the T-150 tractor, several different variations were built. Thus, based on the T-150 K, an army version was produced - the T-154. Through the use of such a unit, engineering and construction work is carried out, as well as towing of non-self-propelled artillery installations. The T-154 differs from the base model in the presence of a tow hook. The rear frame of the T-154 is slightly extended, thanks to which the designers were able to accommodate a cargo body.

The T-156 model is equipped with a bucket and is used for loading operations. There is also a modification of the T-150 D, which is distinguished by the presence of a bulldozer blade. The T-157 tractor is used for logging work.

Technical characteristics of the T-156 tractor and its modifications are presented in the table:

Video review of the T-150 tractor:

Modifications and installed attachments

Cars were produced with various additional indices, starting with C-1 and ending with C-9. All of them had a power take-off shaft. The main difference was in the configuration of the hydraulic drive system for the attachments.

The hydraulic cylinders were either removed, turning the T-74 tractor into a pure bulldozer, or installed back, which made it possible to use a variety of attachments. The following could be installed on the car:

• Mounted

  plows.

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• Disk

  harrows and cultivators.

• Mowers.
• Equipment

  for planting trees.

• Watering

  units.

• Sprayers.
• Various dumps

  designs.

All this significantly expanded the scope of application of technology.

Scope of application

T 150 is designed for basic agricultural work. It is also used in road construction or land reclamation. It is useful during warehouse work (loading and unloading) and transportation.

The high technical characteristics of the VT 150 tractor allow it to work with wide-cut equipment, pulling more than five tons. The tractor is capable of cultivating the same territory as the Kirovets K-700 in the same period of time, but with less fuel consumption. It shows more than 50% increase in productivity compared to the traditional DT-75.

It demonstrates the highest profitability on fields with an area of ​​more than fifty hectares. That is, the tractor is intended for large-scale sown areas and serious farms.

The reasons why this powerful tractor was discontinued are more economic than political. After the collapse of the USSR, there were few large farms and acreage left, so it became unprofitable to produce a tractor.

Interesting! The machine stands out because it is designed on caterpillar tracks. This increases cross-country ability and reduces specific pressure on the soil. When wearing special caterpillars, the tractor is considered to be a swamp tractor.

Transmission

The 5-speed gearbox provides fifteen speed modes. To improve the maneuverability of the machine, a disc clutch is mounted on it. The brakes are also disc type. This transmission scheme greatly reduces the turning angle. Lever control via pneumatic booster; pedals are not involved.

The service life of rubbing components and gears can be extended by the forced lubrication system. It is possible to supplement the transmission with a reverse gearbox and a stroke reducer.

Hydraulic linkage

This unit is equipped with a lever-hinge design, which has the possibility of pair or triple adjustment. The level of load capacity on the articulated axles is equal to kgf. The maximum pressure in the hydraulic system is twenty MPa, the pump capacity is ninety liters per minute.

Tractor T-150-05-09-2: advantages

The dual-flow hydraulic control system in the new gearbox provides the ability to change gears on the fly without interrupting the power flow. In addition, after the upgrade, a fixed turning radius is possible. The farmer's tractor has a longitudinal base, which reduces pressure on the soil and ensures the smoothest possible ride. High maneuverability of the T-150-05-09-25 is ensured by the use of separate brake control. The fastening system of quick-release couplings has become simpler and provides greater reliability when working with a variety of agricultural equipment when aggregated. The entire design of the modern model T-150-05-09-25 is of increased strength and reliability, which means that if you buy a tractor of an improved model, you will have to spend much less on repairs and spare parts for the tractor.

The control cabin has undergone the greatest changes. The height-adjustable seat allows the driver to choose the optimal position for himself. The cabin interior has become more comfortable and is equipped with systems for maintaining a favorable microclimate in hot and cold weather. The layout of control elements has been redesigned; it has become simpler and more convenient. The spacious, comfortable cabin provides full visibility, sound insulation and thermal insulation.

Description of SMD engines

Modifications of diesel internal combustion engines produced under the SMD brand have common advantages:

1. Economical, low diesel fuel consumption.
2. Compact design.
3. Relatively small mass.
4. Availability of changeover (most often it is necessary to change the power of the unit).
5. A large number of spare parts at affordable prices in the retail chain.
6. Low cost of the unit in comparison with imported analogues.

Due to the large number of advantages of these motors, they are widely used in the production of agricultural machinery. SMD motors include high-pressure hydraulic pumps for servicing the hydraulic system. Along with the pumps, special spark arresters are additionally installed on agricultural machines. The design of the engines includes fine fuel filters. Their design allows for cleaning and rinsing without dismantling or disassembling.

Depending on the area of ​​use and design of modifications, power units of the SMD brand are divided into the following categories:

• four-cylinder, cylinder arrangement – ​​in-line;
• six-cylinder, in-line;
• 6-cylinder, U-shaped.

Design Features

The basis of the chassis is a “breakable” frame. This design received this name due to the fact that its sections can rotate towards each other in two planes (18 degrees in the vertical and 30 degrees in the horizontal) due to the connecting hinge mechanism. The chassis suspension is sprung at the front and balanced at the rear. Hydraulic shock absorbers located on the front bearing units of the balancers reduce shock, shock and vibration when moving on uneven ground. The chassis is controlled using the steering wheel.

The modern T 150 tractor has overcome one of the main disadvantages of the old model - the shortened base size, which led to galloping and “yaw” of the tractor. Increasing the base in the longitudinal plane made it possible to reduce the pressure of the tracks on the ground and make the tractor’s movements smoother and jerk-free.

The tractor linkage was and still remains quite effective, and therefore since 1983. practically unchanged. For mounting equipment on the tractor, there is a rear 2- and 3-point device and 2 brackets (trailer and harness). The tractor can be equipped with agricultural units and machines, for example, a plow, plougher, cultivator, sprinkler, trailed wide-cut implements, etc. The load capacity of the rear linkage is 3500 kgf.

Perhaps the biggest changes affected the cabin. In 1983 Before, manufacturers cared little about the comfort of work, since in those days it was considered an unnecessary luxury. Now the tractor cabin is a closed metal mid-mounted structure, noise-, hydro- and heat-insulated, equipped with heating systems, windshield blowing, wipers, and a rear-view mirror. The location of the tractor controls and working elements is maximally optimized for convenient operation of the operator. The seats (2 pieces) are adjustable to the driver’s height and have spring suspension. We can say with confidence that the new model is trying its best to match its European counterparts in terms of build quality and comfort.

The price of the old model T 150 tractor varies from 250,000 rubles. up to 950,000 rubles, the new T 150-05-09-25 will cost 1,800,000 rubles. — 1,900,000 rub.

Diesel engine SMD 18 N

The engine design includes four cylinders. Fuel is supplied to the cylinders using a proprietary Motorpal fuel injection pump PP4M10P1F-4214 made in the Czech Republic.

1. Fuel injection is direct.
2. The engine is equipped with turbocharging.
3. The cooling system is liquid.

Technical characteristics of the SMD 18N engine:

• power – 100 l. With.;
• crankshaft speed at idle 600 – 1950 rpm;
• specific diesel fuel consumption 165 – 170 g/s. With. h;
• engine weight from 735 to 880 kg.

Engine SMD 60

The SMD 60 power unit is designed for T-150 tracked tractors produced by the KhTZ plant. The SMD 62 engine is for the wheeled modification of the T-150K, respectively.

Description of the SMD-60/62 device:

1. Number of cylinders – 6 pcs.
2. Number of cycles – 4.
3. Power – 150 l. With.
4. Type of cooling - liquid (in summer, water is poured into the system, at negative ambient temperatures - antifreeze).
5. Diesel fuel injection is direct.
6. Turbocharging – available.
7. The arrangement of the cylinders is y-shaped with offset.
8. The piston stroke is less than the cylinder diameter - a short-stroke version.

The engine includes:

• fuel injection pump;
• coarse and fine fuel filters;
• engine oil is purified using a special centrifuge;
• cyclonic air cleaner (dust is removed from it automatically);
• starting motor P-350;
• pre-heating device;
• alternator,
• The engine turbocharger is located in the cylinder camber.

The main difference between the SMD 62 and the base model is the transition to increased power of 165 hp. The pneumatic system of the T-150K tractor is equipped with a special injection compressor.

Modifications

The assortment of the Kharkov Tractor Plant includes two modifications of the T-150 tractor: models with the indices “D” and “K”. The first is a version of a tractor with a bulldozer blade, the second is a wheeled version of a machine that has been actively used and continues to be used in the agricultural industry.

The wheeled model T-150K can be used not only for its intended purpose (sowing or harvesting, cultivating and plowing the soil), but also for transporting goods using a trailer or semi-trailer.

It is also worth noting another feature of the wheeled T-150K: the model is maximally unified with the T-150 crawler tractor.

Maintenance of SMD 60/62 engines

It is recommended to use special brands as lubricating fluids for tractor engines of these models. In summer it is M10G engine oil, and in winter it is M8G. If you are unable to purchase the recommended liquids, you can temporarily use substitutes:

• summer motor lubricant – M 10B;
• winter diesel oil - DS-8.

Attention: When using analogues, you need to switch to fuel with a reduced sulfur content (no more than 0.5%).

Engine SMD 14

The four-cylinder diesel engine SMD 14A is included in the Kharkov T-74 tractor, and the SMD-14B is intended for the serial tractor DT-54V, produced at the Volgograd Tractor Plant.

Technical characteristics of the SMD 14 engine

1. The rated power of the engine is 75 horsepower.
2. Number of cylinders – 6 pieces, diameter – 130 mm.
3. The cylinder arrangement is U-shaped, with a camber angle of 90°.
4. Crankshaft speed 800 – 2180 rpm.
5. The piston stroke length is 115 mm.
6. Cooling system type – water.
7. Ventilation of the cooling system is forced type.
8. The SMD-14 includes a starting system with a P-350 motor.

Technical characteristics of T-150, weight

Until 2013, T-150 tractors of the third traction class were equipped with cabins with protection against dust ingress, with noise and vibration-absorbing properties. Since 2013, a safety cage has also appeared.

Another design feature is the center of gravity, shifted forward relative to the middle of the supporting surface. This was achieved by separating the dual-flow gearbox from the rear axle and moving it to the power unit, which is located at the front. The box, by the way, is separated along with the rotation mechanism. The predecessor, the T-74 tractor, did not have such an option.

The suspension of the T-150 tractor is spring-balanced, the brakes are band.

Engines SMD-31

Six-cylinder, four-stroke diesel engines are equipped with turbocharging.

The power of the SMD-31A is 235 horsepower. The main application is the DON-1500 combine.

SMD 31.16 was created for the Slavutich combine produced by Kherson, its power is 265 hp. With.

SMD 31.20 – “Obriy”, the combine harvester is manufactured in Kharkov. Engine power – 230 hp. With.

Technical characteristics of the SMD 31 engine:

• crankshaft rotation speed – 800 – 2130 rpm;
• fuel consumption from 165 to 172 g/l.h.;
• the starting system is equipped with an electric starter 3212.3708, as well as an electric torch heater EFP 8101500;
• assembled motor weight – 1050 – 1100 kg.

Engine SMD 22

This power unit is installed on various domestically produced grain harvesting machines: SKD-6 M, Niva, Yenisei.

Technical characteristics of SMD-22:

• Number of cylinders – 4 pieces.
• Rated power – 140 horsepower.
• Number of revolutions – 650 – 2130 rpm.
• Fuel consumption – 171 g/hp. h.
• Starting motor model – P-10 UD.
• The weight of the unit is 735 – 880 kg.

Technical characteristics of the SMD 21 engine:

• full name of the modification – SMD-21.07.02;
• equipment – ​​turbocharging;
• liquid cooling;
• Motorpal fuel injection pump;
• number of cylinders – 4 pcs.
• number of revolutions – 2400 rpm;
• torsion moment 610 N.m;
• starting system – electric starter, 24 volts;
• service life before major overhaul is 10 years.

Brief overview of SMD models

The SMD 15N and 14N engines are not equipped with turbines and belong to the category of naturally aspirated engines. Thanks to the increased power indicators (68 hp), they have found application in such areas as:

• tractors "Yumz";
• road equipment (loaders, asphalt pavers, rollers);
• construction equipment.

Four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engines SMD-17N, 18N with a power of at least 100 horsepower are installed:

• on agricultural tractors Vg TZ, DT-75;
• forest modifications LHT-55 “OTZ”, TDT-55;
• ATEK excavators.