Rating of the best weights for walk-behind tractors for 2022

Warm days are coming and this is the best time to prepare for the sowing campaign. Most summer residents use walk-behind tractors and cultivators. Light garden equipment is not always able to process dense, heavy soil. In order to improve the stability of the unit, weights are used for mini tractors.

In this article, we will consider the criteria for choosing weights, tips and recommendations from experts, indicating what to look for in order not to make mistakes when choosing.

Purpose of weighting agents

These devices are used in the following cases: to improve traction with the soil, to facilitate the controllability of equipment, for better axle weight distribution.

Such products are used in order to develop virgin soil, on heavy soils and on slopes. Weights contribute to fast and efficient tillage. Many farmers also use additional weights when hauling loads to improve tractor traction.

For wheels, disk weights are used, which are rings with a mounting hole in the middle. The number of discs in the kit depends on the required weight, in one package there are usually at least two pieces - one for each wheel. The discs are fastened in two ways - welding (used in cases where the equipment is constantly used in difficult working conditions, and dismantling of the discs is not provided) and bolted connection (it is convenient because during light work you can easily detach the discs and not increase fuel consumption).

If you need to balance the tractor in the direction of travel, it is more convenient to buy lamellar weights. They are bars made of metal. They are most often attached to the body of a minitractor by welding a beater with a bolted connection.

Discs for lugs are installed similarly to wheel discs. The cost of weighting goods depends on their type and weight and can vary from 1,000 to 15,000 rubles.For a large farm, this is a small amount, but for a private person it is not always lifting, so many craftsmen make goods on their own.

In order to make a weighting agent with your own hands, you will need the following consumables - weights or pancakes from the bar, metal profiles, metal beams, car parts and other heavy steel products of small sizes. You will also need the following tools - a grinder, a screwdriver (drill), a welding machine, paint (to give an aesthetic appearance upon completion of all work).

Step-by-step instructions: cut a plate at least 5 centimeters wide from a metal profile, drill holes for bolts in it. Then, using a welding machine, metal weights are welded to the plate. To give an attractive appearance and prevent the occurrence of rust, after welding the structure is painted. In the manufacture of cargo, you need to carefully calculate its overall dimensions, taking into account the place on which it will be attached.

Some craftsmen make body weights. To do this, the body is welded from metal plates, after which the internal space is filled with concrete, metal plates and other heavy objects.

Technologists warn that the total weight of weights should not exceed 100 kilograms, and the continuous plowing time should not exceed 1 hour, as this can lead to clutch failure and increased engine wear.

Before installing the weighting agent, you need to make sure that its weight does not exceed the maximum allowable by the manufacturer.Despite the fact that the purchase of such a product requires large financial costs, subsequently the unit will help to facilitate hard physical labor in a summer cottage, and the correct use of a weighted cultivator (selection of the optimal weight, breaks in work) will allow you to quickly achieve the desired result, while spending a minimum of effort.

Understanding the installation location

Before choosing weights for garden equipment, you need to decide on the technology of their installation, because you need to understand where to install them to achieve the desired effect. You can place weights to affect equipment such as:

• Plow - often there is such a problem as "jumping" out of the furrow. This is due to the fact that some attachments are light in weight, which is why they do not completely sink into the ground. Experts recommend placing a weight of no more than 20 kg on the front drawbar before plowing. If the ground is heavy, you can put additional weight on the hooks as well. This will balance the cultivator and reduce the load on the gearbox.
• Milling cutters - when cultivating with mini-techniques, in some cases it is also required to achieve a better grip on the ground. It is recommended to place the cultivator on a flat surface in order to determine the center of gravity, and then balance the machine from the side opposite to the side of the heap. The maximum effect will give a balancing "to zero". You need to strive to ensure that the center of gravity is as low as possible, closer to the ground. On the lugs, weighting agents are placed on both wheels in order to prevent distortion and jumping out of the furrow.

Types of weights

1. Manufactured industrially.Such products are distinguished by the following features: compatibility with almost all garden equipment, the exact weight of each load is known, high cost.
2. Giri. Despite the fact that they are intended for sports, many craftsmen have adapted to hang them on mini agricultural machinery to increase weight. Among the advantages of such devices, one can distinguish low cost, as well as the ability to select the required weight with an accuracy of fractions of a kilogram.
3. Made by hand at home. Depending on how well the weighting material is made, the convenience of its use will depend. Features of such cargo: possible difficulties with installation, budget cost.

Rating of high-quality weights for walk-behind tractors and cultivators

Neva D10 005.67.0092-07

This is one of the most popular models of loads for garden equipment. It is used for Russian-made motoblocks Neva, Ugra, Oka. The main purpose of the product is to strengthen the coupling mass for better movement on the ground, to prevent slipping, to increase productivity when working in difficult conditions - on rough terrain, bumps and slopes. The mass of one disc is 10 kilograms.

It is recommended to install the weighting agent on pneumatic rims, lugs or on the front pin. The design of the model allows you to put up to 4 discs on one wheel, depending on the working conditions. Discs are placed in pairs on both wheels, while they can be located both on the outside and on the inside. When mounted on lugs, weights can be attached without a rigid connection (when used on the inside of the rig).

The specific place for attaching the load-weighting agent is determined based on the type of work performed.So, for plowing a field, the best place to install is the front pin. Here you can install weights with a total weight of not more than 30 kg. If it is planned to cultivate the soil with a hiller or a potato digger, it is better to attach the discs to steel wheels. This action will increase the contact force of the unit to the ground and prevent slipping or “jumping” out of the furrow. When carrying out such work as cleaning snow, transporting goods, the discs are mounted on pneumatic wheels. Technicians recommend reinforcing the wheels on both sides (outer and inner) to give the vehicle additional stability.

The package includes instructions with a detailed description of the process of installing weights: first you need to remove the wheels from the walk-behind tractor, removing the standard wheel bolts and installing the elongated ones that come with the weights, attach weights, put on washers and tighten the nuts, and then install the entire structure in place making sure all connections are tight.

The outer diameter of the product is 220 mm, the mounting hole is 40 mm, and the width is 30 mm. The goods are applied to pneumatic wheels 4*10, 4,5*10. The manufacturer provides a 2-year product warranty. The average price is 1,400 rubles.

• inexpensive price in comparison with foreign analogues;
• it is possible to install several loads at the same time from the inside and outside of the wheels;
• universal installation location - on the front pin, rim (pneumatic and steel);
• suitable for almost all Russian walk-behind tractors;
• can be ordered online at most online stores with free home delivery;
• on the net you can find instructions on how to make it possible to use this model for motoblocks and cultivators of foreign production at low cost.

• not detected.

Neva 005.47.3400

This weighting device has a limited scope, as it is intended exclusively for mounting on the front pin. The product has a cylindrical shape and two eyes, painted black. The weight of the cargo is 19 kilograms. Such a weighting agent is most often used when plowing the soil, working with a hiller, a potato digger, a snowplow, and when transporting goods. Like the previous model, the weighting load is manufactured at the Russian Neva plant, which specializes in the production of walk-behind tractors and equipment for them. The average price is 1,300 rubles.

• the product is almost equal in price to the previous model, while it has twice the weight;
• quick and easy fastening;
• budget cost.

• it is not possible to install a load-weighting agent on transport or steel wheels.

Eurosystems for R-70 walk-behind tractor

This product has limited functionality - it is only suitable for a specific modification of the walk-behind tractor - Eurosystems R-70. This equipment of the Italian manufacturer is popular in Russia, which is why the weighting agent for it is included in the rating in question.

The load-weighting agent is an elongated cylinder with a steel knob. The product is fastened to a specially provided place on the frame of the walk-behind tractor. The cargo is painted red, as well as the equipment itself, and is practically invisible on the unit. The device is designed in such a way as to create minimal interference for the operator during operation.

The weighting agent showed itself best in such work as plowing with a hiller, loosening, digging potatoes, transporting a trailer. The product is designed in such a way as to move the center of gravity down the unit to give it greater stability, increase grip on the soil surface in order to increase traction. The average price is 6,300 rubles.

• attractive appearance;
• compact dimensions.

• high price;
• the product is made for a specific model of a walk-behind tractor; for use with equipment from another manufacturer, some modifications are required.

BCS for Caiman

The model in question can be used for most Caiman walk-behind tractors, and is a black metal disc. The weight of one disc is 34 kilograms. The package includes a pair of discs. Weights can be installed on both pneumatic and steel wheels (for Atletico 328P / Atletico 338P models, it can only be used in combination with pneumatic wheels). It is recommended to use weights when working with a hiller, a plow and other similar devices. The average price is 28,000 rubles.

• large weight of one product;
• quality manufacturing material.

• only suitable for certain Caiman models;
• high price.

Mobile K MBK0003268

The load-weighting agent is installed on the front drawbar, suitable for such Russian-made garden equipment as Mobile, Luch, Neva, Oka, Ugra, Cascade. The use of a weighting agent makes it possible to increase the stability of the motor cultivators, as well as to improve the adhesion of working mechanisms to the ground.The weighting material is a black rectangular shape with two lugs. Mounting on the drawbar is made using a bolted connection, installation does not take much time.

The weight of the product is 17 kilograms, overall dimensions (l * w * h) - 380 * 200 * 249 mm. The average price is 1,300 rubles.

• small volume of the product - 0.019 m3 with a large weight (17 kg);
• suitable for a large number of models of motor cultivators and motor blocks;
• inexpensive price.

• unattractive appearance;
• can only be installed on the front drawbar.

Mobil K grouser weight kit

The model under consideration consists of metal pancakes, which are attached to the lugs, and fasteners (bolts, nuts, washers). According to the manufacturer's instructions, before weighting the walk-behind tractor, you need to drill holes in the lugs for the bolts, then connect the elements and tighten the fasteners. To install weights, you need to have an extension lug (purchased separately).

Loads-weighting agents allow arable work on heavy soils. In the case of cultivating soil on slopes, it is possible to install a plate on one side only to give the equipment the required inclination. Each disc weighs 10 kg. The average price is 5,150 rubles.

• complete set of delivery (including fasteners);
• versatility (can be mounted both on the front drawbar and on the lugs);
• model popularity - sold in most garden equipment stores;
• use on the majority of models of motor-cultivators and motor-blocks is possible;
• many positive customer reviews.

• for proper installation on lugs, it is necessary to drill additional holes, which requires the help of specialists or the use (purchase) of additional equipment;
• high price.

MB Forza circle UT 30.290.12

The products are made of steel, the delivery set includes 4 round plates of 6 kilograms each, as well as a set of fasteners for them. The diameter of each plate is 40 cm. The plates are suitable for models Neva, Oka, Cascade, Luch, etc. The manufacturer provides a one-year warranty for products.

Each plate has a central mounting hole, as well as 4 additional ones designed for attachment to lugs. The plates proved to be the best when working in tandem with lugs, however, it is possible to install them on transport wheels or on a drawbar. The light weight of each plate allows you to vary their placement and achieve optimal balance. The cost of the kit is 3400 rubles.

• due to the fact that the goods are produced in Russia, buyers have no problems finding out how much the kit costs and where to buy it (sold in any market or garden equipment store);
• due to the low weight of each plate, they can be placed in the right places in various combinations, achieving the required balance.

• high cost, according to buyers.

MB Forza Square UT 30.290.12

As the name implies, this model is a square plate. In the center of each square there is a landing hole for mounting garden equipment on the wheel axle. Mounting holes are drilled along the perimeter at an equal distance from the center. The plates are painted brown, suitable for the same walk-behind tractors as the previous model.

The plates are best suited for use on lugs and transport wheels, and it is recommended to install them on the inside so that they do not interfere with the operator during work. With a strong desire, you can try to install them on the front drawbar, but this will have to tinker. Compared to the previous model, these plates cost about 1,000 rubles cheaper, which is essential for many summer residents and pensioners. The average price of pancakes is 2,450 rubles.

• low price compared to round pancakes with equal characteristics;
• complete set of delivery (including fasteners).

• inconvenient shape, which is why not on every walk-behind tractor the plates can be placed ergonomically for the user.

Virgin soil filling cylinder art.011701

The review continues with an unusual model with the function of changing weight - bulk weighting agents of the Russian manufacturer Tselina. Products have hollow execution of a cylindrical form. Sand and gravel mixture is poured inside. Depending on the specific situation, the number of ASGs can vary, making it easy to set up the optimal balance even for an experienced summer resident (farmer). The mass of the empty cylinder is 6.3 kilograms, the approximate weight of the filled one is 22.8 kg.

Weights are mounted on wheel disks (transport or lugs), and fastened with five standard bolts 5 * 120 mm. The outer diameter of the cylinders is 265 mm, the height is 180 mm. When choosing which brand of weights to buy, many buyers prefer this brand because of the versatility of use and the low cost of a pair of cylinders.With a little refinement, it is possible to install cylinders not only on the wheels, but also on the front drawbar. The average price of a set is 2,500 rubles.

• universal application;
• profitable price;
• the ability to control the mass by changing the amount of filler;
• attractive appearance, quality workmanship.

• goods are difficult to find for sale in stationary stores, most offers are posted on websites, while the buyer is required to pay a certain amount for delivery to the place; the amount, depending on the region, reaches 400 rubles.

Virgin zasypny on a forward pin an art. 011702

Another representative of the bulk load-weighting agent. As the name implies, it is attached to the front pin of the cultivator. The product is a hollow rectangle with steel walls. The weight of the empty tank is 6.7 kg, the approximate weight of the filled one is 24.3 kg. To fill the tank, it is recommended to use a sand-gravel mixture. To fill the container, it is necessary to unscrew the cap from the filling hole, which is fastened with a bolted connection.

The tank is attached to the pin with a connecting sleeve, the diameter of which is 30 mm. The overall dimensions of the container (l * w * h) are 20.3 * 35.2 * 23.4 cm. According to buyers, this weighting agent allows you to choose the required weight for any equipment, from a small cultivator to large-sized walk-behind tractors. The average price of a product is 1,700 rubles.

• the ability to vary the amount of loading and, accordingly, the mass of the load-weighting agent;
• low cost;
• convenient fastening;
• quality manufacturing.

• cannot be used on rims or lugs.

Pubert Front for Junior

This French weight is used on Pubert, MasterYard, Caiman cultivators. It is designed to be mounted on the front drawbar of the machine. The product has a non-standard mount, so it can only be used for equipment of other brands when finalized. The load has a non-standard shape, with a beveled surface on one side. The package includes not only the weighting agent itself, but also special fasteners for it.

The model showed itself best of all when working with a hiller and a plow. Mounting on the front of the cultivator prevents the equipment from leaving the furrow and promotes efficient plowing with less operator effort. The average price of a set is 8,000 rubles. When ordering in Pubert branded stores, you can get a good discount.

• attractive appearance;
• one of the best manufacturers of equipment for garden equipment;
• secure fastening.

• high price;
• Suitable for a small number of models of garden equipment.

Backfill lugs GMBS 30.450.120.40 MB Forza

This model combines the characteristics of not only weighting agents, but also lugs. This configuration allows you not to hang additional structures on the walk-behind tractor, and simplifies assembly and disassembly, as well as preparing garden equipment for operation. Grousers are suitable for motoblocks of Russian manufacturers, such as Oka, Cascade and Neva. A pair of wheels weighs 16.9 kilograms. The landing diameter is 30 mm.Disc diameter - 450 mm, width - 120 mm. The products are painted black, equipped with protrusions around the perimeter for better adhesion to the ground.

The amount of sand and gravel mixture to be poured can be adjusted depending on the type of plowed soil, as well as the amount of work performed. The more sand in the wheels, the less likely it is to slip. The average price of a set is 3,100 rubles.

• there is no need to install additional weights that increase the dimensions of the cultivator;
• low cost;
• quality performance.

• the product is not suitable for mounting on the front drawbar;
• the product is suitable only for a small list of Russian-made equipment, not applicable for foreign analogues.

Stiga 25 TC SD 108/121 / TC-HE SD 121

It is used for small tractors on which attachments are mounted on the front frame. The load allows you to balance the device and achieve maximum efficiency when plowing heavy soils in rough terrain. Buyers note the ease of installation and small dimensions of the product, as well as its attractive appearance.

The weight of the product is 25 kilograms, overall dimensions (l * w * h) - 52 * 21 * 32 cm. The device is bolted through four holes. Also included in the scope of delivery are connecting strips. The average price - products - 13,000 rubles.

• suitable for vehicles with front attachments;
• ease of installation and secure fit.

• high price;
• suitable only for highly specialized equipment, which is practically not used when working on personal subsidiary plots.

Belarus 09Н, 012WM

As the name implies, this load is suitable for only one model of a walk-behind tractor - Belarus 09N. It consists of two steel discs with a special recess and four mounting holes. The product is installed on pneumatic discs or lugs. The weight of one weighting agent is 16 kilograms. The round surface without protrusions allows you to place the discs in such a way as not to interfere with the operator when operating the walk-behind tractor. Mounting bolts are not included in the scope of delivery. The average price of a set of two discs is 6,500 rubles.

• big weight;
• secure fastening.

• narrow scope - suitable for only one model of walk-behind tractor;
• Fasteners are not included in delivery.

Conclusion

Before choosing a weighting agent for a walk-behind tractor or a cultivator, you need to decide for what purposes the equipment will be used most often, and also find out what types of cargo are. As it turned out, many buyers are unaware that weights can be attached not only to rims, but also to the front drawbar, and often after the transaction they regret their choice.

For garden equipment used in the garden, bulk models of weights are best suited. They allow you to adjust the total weight of the unit, and, when working on slopes, create the necessary balance to increase the efficiency of soil cultivation.

For most Russian-made units, many mounted weights are produced, and it is not difficult to choose the right one for a particular model. There are also universal weights that, with a little modification, can be compatible with popular models of walk-behind tractors and cultivators.

Recently, universal weighting agents have been gaining popularity, which are combined with lugs or rims. In this case, the user does not need to deal with the installation of additional devices, and if such loads are also bulk, the possibilities for selecting the optimal balance and weighting of the equipment become limitless. We hope that our article will help you make the right choice.