Do-it-yourself plow: types, drawings, dimensions, video

A walk-behind tractor is a worthy replacement for mini tractors in small farms and household plots. Equipped with a diesel or gasoline engine, depending on the power, in one work shift it is capable of processing an impressive area, plowing it manually would take many times longer.

Homemade assembly of a power unit (motoblock) is impractical due to the high cost and complexity of the process. But its main working body - the plow - is a simple matter to make and assemble with your own hands, as we will see in this article.

Dimensions

The dimensions of different types of plows may vary. You can consider the parameters of parts using the example of a rotary specimen. It is taken into account that the rotary type of such a device is assembled from the following bases:

side vertical part of the runner;
horizontal plane below the skid;
front dump part.

The most productive is considered to be a plow in which the cutting edge at the bottom of the fixed share is 20 mm below the bottom of the horizontal skid. Another correctly aligned part of the plow is the matching of the cutting edge on the side of the fixed share with the cutting edge on the side of the moldboard. The share and blade should not protrude more than 10 mm beyond the boundaries of the vertical plane on the side of the skid.

There is one more important nuance - fastening the front plane of the blade share without visible cracks and gaps, and in the same plane. If we look at these parts in more detail, they should be well polished and, like a mirror, reflect any surface. There should be no protruding fasteners under any circumstances. As soon as the plow returns from earthworks, it is advisable to clean it of settled soil and foreign particles. Elements that have been polished should be poured with oil or coated with grease. Next, the mechanisms need to be rubbed using a rag. In this way, it will be possible to protect the structure from aggressive external influences, which can lead to the formation of corrosion on the surface of the plow.

As for the 4th correctly constructed structure, it includes the flat front surface of the ploughshare, which makes an angle of 20 degrees with the flat part of the plow structure. It will be equal to the angle located at the rear of the exposed share. The cutting sidewalls-edges of the plowshare and blade will also have 20-degree angles with their bases on the side of the furrow. Moreover, the edge located on the side of the blade may be slightly rounded.

Plow dimensions

The rotary type rotary plow consists of three main planes:

Lateral vertical plane of the skid.
The lower horizontal plane of the skid.
Front dump plane.

If, after dismantling the moldboard and ploughshare, the plow is placed on top of the table, pressed tightly against the wall, and its side plane is moved towards the vertical wall, then the table cover will coincide with the horizontal lower plane of the skid, and the vertical wall with the vertical side plane of the skid.

A plow is considered good if the lower cutting edge of the installed share is 20 millimeters below the horizontal lower plane of the skid.

The second correct plow design is to match the side cutting edge of the installed share in a straight line with the cutting side edge of your moldboard. Also, the blade and ploughshare do not protrude more than 10 millimeters beyond the vertical side plane of the skid.

The third correct condition is the connection of the working front plane of the plowshare to the blade without gap and in the same plane. They should ideally shine like a mirror, be well polished and should not have any protruding fasteners sticking out.

After the plow has returned from work on the site, it is recommended to clean it of soil and foreign objects, pour oil on the polished parts or grease them with grease, then rub them with a rag. This will protect the surface from environmental influences and corrosion.

The fourth correct design is the back flat surface of the share, making an angle of 20 degrees with the flat side of your plow installation, which is equal to the rear angle of the mounted share.

The cutting side edges of the blade and share also have a 20-degree clearance angle with the side of the furrow, and your blade's cutting side edge may be rounded.

Double-sided plow for walk-behind tractor

A double-sided plow for a walk-behind tractor (hiller) is used to hill various agricultural crops. This also eliminates weeds between the rows. With such plows you can cultivate the soil, cut furrows to plant plants, and then fill them up, including the reverse drive of the walk-behind tractor. Such devices differ only in the grip width – fixed and variable. The only difference between them is the movable wings, which adjust the grip width.

The plow, which has a fixed working width, works with a light walk-behind tractor (up to 30 kg), the engine of which has a power of up to 3.5 hp. Their feature is 12 mm racks (protect the walk-behind tractor from overload).

The most common type of hillers, which have a variable working width. Their only drawback is that soil falls into the furrow after passing. Such plows come with walk-behind tractors weighing more than 30 kg, with 4.0 hp engines. and higher.

How to properly set up a plow on a walk-behind tractor? We plow simply, quickly and easily.

Having become the proud owner of a walk-behind tractor of one brand or another, we are faced with the problem of choosing a plow and related elements for plowing our gardens and fields. Spring is a hot time for all people who are not indifferent to the earth, the topic of environmentally friendly nutrition, summer residents and gardeners. How to make work easier, more enjoyable and more useful? This article will discuss how to properly set up a plow, select a hitch, and work on your mistakes. Everything in order:

As a person living in a rural area, I have watched tractors work in the fields since childhood. Plow - what’s so surprising, I thought when I went to buy this attachment for my Agat walk-behind tractor with a 6.5 hp engine. In a specialized store it turned out that not everything is so simple. There are many options for plows, depending on the power of the walk-behind tractor. The choice was made on the advice of the seller, I did not argue, because... there was no point in it. This was followed by the accompanying purchase of a hitch (at that time I imagined it as one whole)

Having installed this attachment on the walk-behind tractor, I rushed on the road with wrenches in my hands for adjustments. We are plowing the land for the first time in our lives—an experimental run. Of course, I consulted with neighbors and acquaintances. Tips in the style: “place the walk-behind tractor on a brick, two fingers under the heel, angle of attack. “All this advice seemed simple, and that’s what frightened me. I had to watch the work of walk-behind tractors when plowing - everyone was sweating, either pushing the walk-behind tractor or running after it - without strength, arms or legs. At first it seemed to me that this is exactly what plowing on a walk-behind tractor looks like. But all this was the result of incorrect plow settings.

I will try to tell you in simple terms and share my experience on the correct setup of the hitch and plow, in which you can easily cope with any volume of plowing on a walk-behind tractor of any brand. The understanding of this came after one season - there is no need to rush anywhere.

First: The plow plows in a position strictly perpendicular to the plane of the ground; we carry out this adjustment after the first and subsequent passes, since the wheel goes into the rut. Everything is simple - as in the photo:

Second: What is the angle of attack? This is how deep the plow will go into the ground before its heel - bottom part takes a position parallel to the line of movement. The greater the angle of attack, the deeper the rut, the larger the blade, the higher the bed))) This is the most common mistake - too large an angle of attack on a light and weak walk-behind tractor - the result is sore hands and back for the one who controlled it. Additionally, you can use weights, but this increases the load on the axle and engine - don’t overdo it, everything is within reasonable limits. In the photo I schematically indicated with lines:

Thirdly: An error in which the walk-behind tractor tends to run either to the left or to the right. If you look at the walk-behind tractor from the top point, the hitch should be in a position strictly perpendicular to the axis of the walk-behind tractor. It’s easy to understand - imagine you are sailing on a boat - how do you steer? You guessed it - everything here follows the same principle. Schematically marked with lines in the photo:

If you follow all these rules for adjusting the plow, then the work will be a joy, the walk-behind tractor will help you, and not be a burden.

But all these adjustments are meaningless if the hitch is of poor quality. And this is the most important mistake! We choose a high-quality, reliable - strong coupling in order to quickly and easily make adjustments, while the reliability of the fastenings should not be questioned while working with the plow.

In the photo, the hitch is black - it has proven itself reliably - the metal is a decent thickness, does not move around in the fastening areas, does not break threaded connections

In the photo, the red hitch is of satisfactory quality - it bends, moves, and the thread on the adjusting pin gets knocked out.

DIY rotary plow

This type of plow is significantly different from the previous product. Compared to disc or reversible plows, the rotary unit has a more complex and labor-intensive design.

The operating principle of such equipment is very similar to the operation of an ordinary soil cultivator. Several movable-type plowshares are fixed to the axle by means of shafts. The operation of plowing the soil is carried out by rotating the axis.

This type of equipment operates with low traction forces, since the rotor discs exert a top-down force on the soil. It is very convenient when mixing fertilizers in the soil. But the use of such a system on rocky soils is difficult due to the possibility of rapid breakdown of rotating parts.

It’s worth thinking about how to make a plow from a skimmer if you can find several ready-made parts. More often, such a device is made for a walk-behind tractor, and skimmers are taken from a tractor unit. In this case, the general task of creating equipment will be to strengthen it to the walk-behind tractor.

Every person tries to make their work easier, so the use of technical devices is becoming more and more popular among vegetable growers. Buying a soil tillage device is currently not difficult, but quite expensive. Sometimes only people who have the skills to work with metal can make such equipment on their own, meeting your wishes.

Equipment manufacturing methods

A homemade unit can be made in two ways.

In the first case, a steel pipe is used to make the dump, the diameter of which is 55-60 centimeters and the wall thickness is 0.4-0.5 centimeters. Initially, you need to make a template from thick cardboard. For this purpose, appropriate drawings are used. If you have sheet-bending rollers at hand, then the workpiece can be given the required shape as simply as possible. The blade blank is cut out using scissors. When feeding it to the rollers, an angle of 20 degrees is maintained. After bending it, modification is done using a hammer.
The second option is a rather labor-intensive way to make the unit yourself. To make it, you need to heat the workpiece in a forge or in any other convenient way. Next, it is bent along the matrix. For this purpose, the blade from the attachments of the T 25 tractor is most often used. Sheet steel is used as a raw material for the production of the body. The next stage involves placing the template on the pipe while maintaining an angle of 20 degrees. The outline of the dump can be drawn using chalk. Next it needs to be cut off. For this purpose, gas welding is most often used. The contour is processed using sandpaper. If the need arises, the blade contour is modified using a hammer.

Manufacturing technology

Initially, the elements of the unit are manufactured from thick cardboard. For this you must also use drawings. In order to make a homemade plow as correctly as possible, it is necessary to maintain the appropriate angles. If the parameters of the unit suit you, then you need to make it out of metal.

After manufacturing the metal elements of the plow, it is necessary to use a steel sheet to assemble them, the thickness of which will be from 2 to 3 millimeters. You need to step back from the edges of the sheet and put a corner on it. In order to make a plow with your own hands, you need to install the plowshare on a metal sheet.

Correct manufacturing of attachments for the T 25 tractor requires the use of welding to fasten the ploughshare to a metal sheet. Next, you need to place the side shield of the rack under the plowshare. This is done in such a way that it is located in a vertical position and extends beyond the edge of the ploughshare by about 7 centimeters. It also needs to be attached to the metal sheet and plowshare. Welding is most often used for this purpose.
In order to correctly make a plow for the T 25, it is necessary to fit the moldboard to the ploughshare. It requires maximum tight joining with the canvas. The plowshare blade and the top edge must be at the correct angle. Otherwise, they will need to be finished with a hammer.
In order to properly manufacture a homemade unit for the T 25, it is necessary to attach the spacer bar to the side shield by welding. If you don't know how to do this, you can watch the video on our website. The shield, plowshare and side sheet must be connected to each other by welding.

The work of a homemade plow

In order for the T 25 plow to independently hold the furrow, a two-wheeled block is fitted to it. The width of the furrow wheel should be 4-5 centimeters, and the diameter should be 32 centimeters. The diameter of the field wheel should be 20 centimeters. The axle for the plow wheels on the T 25 tractor is made from a pipe whose size is ¾ inches.

On one side, the pipe must be bent 90 degrees and a bushing must be welded to it, on which the furrow wheel will later be installed. The field wheel is mounted on the other side of the pipe. The wheel axle is manufactured as a composite one. The pipe itself is attached to the attachment beam by welding.

Setting up the plow

In the video you can see the plow in action (second option)

The depth of soil plowing with a tractor plow ranges from 20 to 24 centimeters. The same distance should be between the field wheel and the toe of the ploughshare. If you provide the ability to move the field wheel vertically, the plow can be adjusted according to the depth of plowing and the width of the soil during work. If you don’t know how to enable wheel movement, then you can watch a video on this on our website.

Making attachments yourself is not very easy, but it is still possible. The main thing is to choose the right material and adhere to the production technology as accurately as possible.

Homemade dumps

Nowadays, many people prefer to live in their own homes, and accordingly the surrounding area occupies a large area. To work on a personal plot, motor cultivators, walk-behind tractors and mini-tractors are purchased.

In winter, snow removal turns into a competition to see who can beat whom. And owners who have motorized equipment prefer to remove snow with its help. Attachments for a walk-behind tractor are not cheap, so craftsmen prefer to make them themselves.

The domestically produced walk-behind tractor "Neva" is widely used. It has standard places for hanging devices and rubber wheels that are suitable for driving on loose snow. Most of the homemade dumps were made for the Neva.

On the Internet you can find many descriptions and drawings of a shovel for a walk-behind tractor with your own hands. But before manufacturing, you should familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the dumps. Product composition:

executive (working) body;
rotation mechanism;
mounting bracket.

Rotation angles:

to the right by 30°;
left 30°;
directly.

Blade from a cylinder

One of the available materials for making a dump is a gas cylinder. Its height is just over a meter, and the recommended shovel width is 1000 mm. Manufacturing work proceeds in the following sequence:

Release excess pressure from the cylinder, if any.
Trim both sides of the lid so that the width is equal to a meter.
Cut the resulting pipe lengthwise into two halves
Using a welding machine, connect these two halves so that the height of the blade is about 700 mm.
The mounting bracket is made as follows. Cut a scarf from thick metal. Drill several holes in it to rotate the shovel in different directions. Weld a piece of pipe to the gusset.
Weld the resulting device to the shovel at the height of the bracket on the walk-behind tractor.
Installation is done using a thick finger.

The width of the rubber sheet is 100−150 mm. Use an electric drill to drill holes in the blade to secure the rubber. To securely fasten the canvas you need a metal strip 900x100x3 mm. Drill holes in the strip and in the canvas, first marking them along the blade. Secure with bolts.

Plowing with a horse plow

Plowing is a process that requires the plow to cut away soil, rhizomes, vegetation, and gently turn side soil.

Basic requirements for plowing:

It is better to carry out plowing immediately after harvesting crops, while the soil retains enough moisture;
the turf layer is thoroughly wrapped and crumbled as finely as possible;
the surface is desirable to be continuous and dense, without the formation of voids or irregularities;
mineral fertilizers, manure and turf are completely plowed;
The furrows should be straight, or with a slight deviation from the norm, with a minimum gap between them.

The fundamental thing when plowing is to loosen the fertile layer, remove the turf and turn it around completely for further reheating to a state of humus.

Sometimes you have to deal with stones and other natural barriers that are too strong for one horse, so for increased resistance, two-horse and multi-horse teams are used. Medium and heavy-duty walk-behind tractors cope with this task quite simply.

Plowing with a walk-behind tractor

Plowing with a single horse

Plowing with one horse is quite a comfortable process, provided that the plow depth and width are adjusted properly. Only in this case, it goes exactly along the furrow, smoothly without additional resistance other than the rise of the ground. The horse moves at an even pace.

As a rule, the draft power of one horse is used on previously plowed areas, or on turfy, weed-free soil.

Cultivating the land with a horse-drawn plow with one horse

Plowing with steam horse harness

Heavy loamy soils, as well as virgin soil and areas where greater traction force is needed, use two-horse and multi-horse harnesses.

What does the harness consist of?

When harnessing horses together, the defining moments are:

competent selection of animals and crowding;
character and endurance;
haste at work and the strength of the animal.

For the plow to work smoothly, it is necessary to determine the amount of traction force in order to calculate the number of animals for work. This takes into account not only the width and depth of the layer, but also the qualitative composition of the soil.

Plowing with a horse plow using a walk-behind tractor

Today, the walk-behind tractor is an indispensable “iron friend” for many farmers and summer residents. The plow is attached to the walk-behind tractor with a hooking device. After which it is necessary to balance its work. To do this, make a control pass in first gear and look at the depth of the furrow (15-20 cm), and whether the tiller is correctly secured and adjusted.

For heavy walk-behind tractors, a plow with a 23 cm grip is suitable.
For medium walk-behind tractors, a plow with a grip of 18 cm is suitable.

Plowing with a walk-behind tractor is not difficult, the main thing to remember is that the plow always pulls to the left, so the first row must be marked with markings. In the second aisle you will be able to navigate along the first row. The distance between the ridges should not exceed 10 cm.

Universal horse-drawn plow for walk-behind tractor and horse-drawn carriage

When adjusted correctly, the unit moves smoothly, without jerking or deviation to the side. Only after the furrows begin to turn out smooth can the speed be increased.

Setting up a plow on a walk-behind tractor

If the area to be plowed is large, carry out this process in several stages to avoid overheating the engine.

Advantages of homemade plows

Making a homemade plow with your own hands has a number of advantages over using purchased ones. Its design better meets the requirements corresponding to the cultivated soil: the angle of the oval, the depth of the plowed layer, the width of the plowed area in one pass, as well as the loosening effect.

A plow made by yourself, taking into account engine power, will not create additional load on the walk-behind tractor, will eliminate wheel slipping and will provide optimal plowing effect. The use of high-quality material and adherence to technology will significantly increase the service life. When making a plow, it is possible to provide for the possibility of attaching additional equipment for tillage.

Drawings of a plow for a walk-behind tractor

Using the experience of craftsmen who made a plow for a walk-behind tractor with their own hands and left drawings, the ploughshare should be made in such a way that it can be removed, this will make it easier to sharpen it before plowing.

Alloy steel 9ХС, from which I make blades for hand saws, is considered an ideal material for the cutting part of a plow.

Suitable steel grade 45, when hardened, brought to a hardness of HRC 50-55. If you only have ordinary steel on hand, say carbon St5ps, which is not subject to heat treatment, then by beating the cutting edge on an anvil and sharpening it, it is quite suitable for cultivating the soil.

Plow blade for walk-behind tractor

The moldboard of the plow is the part that takes the earth to the side.

The first method of making a blade:

The working surface of the blade must be given a curved shape. If you have a metal bending machine or sheet bending rollers, then giving the workpiece the desired shape will not be difficult.

A metal blank with a thickness of 3-5 mm is required, the rollers are directed at an angle of 20-22 degrees, as shown in the drawing, and the desired bend is given.

Second way:

Here, prepared. A pipe with a diameter of 600-650 mm can serve (this is the diameter that will require less labor, since the bend of the pipe will maximally repeat the desired bend of the future dump) and a thickness of 3-5 mm. We make a template from cardboard and apply it to the pipe, not forgetting the angle of 20-22 degrees, as shown in the drawing below.

We outline the template with a pencil or chalk and cut it out using gas. welding, if necessary, grind the workpiece and bring it to the desired condition.

Third way:

Probably the most difficult method of making a moldboard is when the workpiece is heated and, using a matrix, given the desired shape, which can be a moldboard from another plow.

The material of the plow body is steel sheet grade St3 - St10 with a thickness of 3 mm.

Drawing of plow parts for walk-behind tractor

a – ploughshare made of alloy steel;

b – side shield of the rack, St3;

c – spacer plate, St3;

d – plow base plate, St3;

d – field board, corner 30x30 mm;

e – stand, pipe with a diameter of 42 mm

We advise you to first make the plow parts from cardboard and attach them to each other at the required angles. Thus, the values of the angle α on different parts of the plow body will be from 25° to 130°, the values of the angle γ - from 42° to 50°. If the homemade model of a cardboard plow suits you in all respects, you can move on to working with metal.

When the metal parts of the plow are ready, you need to find an additional sheet of steel 3 mm thick, 600x600 mm in size, it will be needed to assemble the plow, and a welding machine (preferably an inverter). On this sheet we retreat 40 mm from the edges and measure the angle γ0.

Plow assembly

1 – ploughshare;

2 – side shield of the rack;

3 – additional sheet 2-3 mm

Using wedges with an angle α0=25 degrees and an angle γ0=42 degrees, a ploughshare is installed on the additional sheet and tacked to the sheet by welding, pointwise on both sides.

The side shield of the rack is connected to the ploughshare vertically so that its edge extends beyond the ploughshare by 4-7 mm, while the raised shield should be higher than the blade of the ploughshare (that is, higher than the additional sheet) by 6-8 mm, so as not to interfere with the ploughshare, cut the ground. The shield is also attached to the ploughshare and to the additional sheet.

Next, the blade is attached to the ploughshare very tightly, without leaving a gap, so that their surfaces are one whole. The angle between the upper edge of the blade and the ploughshare blade is equal to (γmax − γ0) = 6-8°.

Mounting the plow share

– ploughshare;

– countersunk head screw M8;

– dump;

– base plate;

– corner 30x30x90 mm;

– M8 nut

If it is found that the corners and/or surfaces do not correspond, the blade is adjusted using a hammer. After fitting the blade to the ploughshare, it is welded from the back to the ploughshare and to the side shield. Then the side shield is welded to the spacer bar and the base plate; the thrust corners for the ploughshare are attached to the latter by welding.

Followed by. Inspect the finished plow again, and if everything is clearly welded completely. Add. the sheet is separated from the body with a chisel or LNA. All welds are ground.

Zykov plow for walk-behind tractor

Zykov’s specially designed plow for a walk-behind tractor has a significant difference in shape from other similar units, which makes it possible to better cultivate the soil, crumble it and turn it over. This treatment helps almost completely get rid of weeds.

Construction of Zykov's plow

-share on the unit body;
- a stand that helps attach equipment to the walk-behind tractor;
- field board (gives stability to the model);
- supporting part;
-feather to turn the soil and get more evenly processed arable land.

Preparing and setting up the plow for work

Assembly work is carried out in the following stages:

Open the packaging and select spare parts; they should be put aside. We lay out the main components in a convenient order.
We bring the frame into locking mode and install it on the prepared stand.
The housing is hung and inserted into the stiffening beam and the rack with a bolt. The housing stand is mounted to the frame using locknuts.
On the left, the skimmers are screwed to the body in front of the body holders using brackets. There is no need to tighten the staples at this stage.
We secure the support wheels using brackets and spring washers. They are attached to the outside of the structure.
The support wheels are lowered all the way; to do this, turn the screw nut at the end counterclockwise).
We tighten all the brackets until they stop and remove the plow from the stand.
The scraper is mounted to the wheel bracket using washers and nuts.
The hitch is mounted on the plow frame using bolts, which must be tightened until they stop.
We screw red reflectors to the back of the main beam.

The plow is assembled and ready to be set up. The tincture is carried out in the following steps:

Before using for the first time, inspect the equipment. Lubricate the wheel bearings and all rubbing parts with grease.
Set the skimmer to the required plowing depth. The gap between the coulter shares and the body must be at least 250 mm. Using the protrusion on the holder, we adjust the depth of tillage.
Tighten the skimmer clamps completely. In this case, the field edge of the skimmer covers the edge of the body.
The PLN plow has a soil grip of 105 cm, so the track should be 1560 mm. To prevent shortfalls when plowing, the right wheel of the machine is placed in the furrow.
The slanting rods of the mounted part are adjusted after the plow is installed on the ground.
The braces are placed in the front holes of the rod.
Before work, it is necessary to adjust the limit chain. The longitudinal rods should swing freely horizontally by 120-130 mm in different directions. To do this, the chain is built with a slight slack.
Before plowing, it is necessary to adjust the depth by adjusting the traction of the mounted part and the support wheel. Initially, according to the timing of the front wheel, the average depth value is set and the first row is passed. Next, the flash depth is adjusted for each type of soil individually.
When working, the right side of the frame should always be slightly higher than the left. As the furrow passes, it will break out and be strictly parallel to the soil.
After passing the furrow, make sure that the plowing is uniform and completely covers the plant residues. There is an adjustment on the left side of the plow that will help make the plow for the MTZ 80 tractor more stable. If the plow moves to the side, then the canopy is moved back.
If the frame warps, then you need to lengthen the brace.
You can adjust the plowing depth of the front part of the body using the right link slants from the mounted unit, the rear part using the top one. In this case, the support wheel is placed at the required plowing depth and the position is fixed using a support bolt in the holder.

High-quality plowing can be determined by several criteria:

The plowing depth of all plow bodies is uniform, the furrows are the same.
When plowing forever, the adjusted units remain in the same position.

After moving to new fields, with a different type of soil, the plow must be adjusted in a new way.

Rules for plowing with an adjusted plow

After passing the first row, you need to adjust the plow to the desired depth.

For uniform and correct plowing, a number of rules must be followed:

When moving from one furrow to another, the plow rises to the transport position.
Circular plowing can only be done with a reversible plow.
The plow turns smoothly.
When transporting the working body, it is necessary to control the ground clearance. The distance from the road to the plow must be constant.
When using a power deepener, the support wheel is removed from the plow. The depth is adjusted automatically.
When plowing with power control, remove the support wheel from the plow. In this case, the specified plowing depth is maintained automatically using a power regulator.

The price of a new plow for the MTZ 80 tractor is presented in the table:

Plow on a walk-behind tractor: review of popular models and their characteristics

Although industrial modifications are inferior to home-made analogues in terms of costs, they are highly reliable and durable. There are many different models on the modern market, which differ not only in requirements for soil quality, but also in the technical parameters of the power plant itself.

Plows for the Salyut walk-behind tractor

"Salut" is a well-known brand of cultivators and walk-behind tractors. Thanks to the plow, the soil is plowed to a depth of up to 25 cm. They function with the following types of plows:

reversible, suitable for dense soil - the heaviest of those considered;
single-hull without coupling, the weight of which is 9.55 kg with a plowing depth of up to 200 mm;
a Zykov rotary plow weighing 9 kg, which loosens 20-25 cm of the top layer of soil.

Plows on the Mole walk-behind tractor

The Krot motor cultivator is known in several modifications - MK-1 and Mk-2. Both are perfectly compatible with universal reversible plows.
For better adhesion to the surface, it is necessary to purchase additional lugs. Technical characteristics of the "Mole" plow:

Processing width – 20 cm;
Plowing depth – 20 cm;
Weight – 8 kg.

Plows for the Neva walk-behind tractor

The Neva walk-behind tractor has several basic modifications, including MB-1 and MB-2.
They differ in power and transmission. Therefore, they are equipped with different adapters. MB-1 is compatible with a universal single-body plow without a hitch, as well as the P1 20/3 model. The latter covers a row 22 cm wide and is adapted to over-compacted soils.

MB-2 works with:

plow “Mole” (1-furrow), weighing 8.5 kg;
2-turn with 15 kg weight and 20 cm processing;
single-furrow plow P1-20/2 (8.5 kg).

Plow for MTZ walk-behind tractors

The following plows can work with the MTZ-09N motor cultivator and other modifications of the manufacturer:

universal reversible PU-00.000-01, made of steel and having a specific ridge shape;
P1-20/3, smaller in size than the previous one;
reversible double-sided with feather-shaped ploughshare. Together with such a plow, the walk-behind tractor can be operated at a speed of 2-5 km/h.

The universal plow of the PU series has gained great popularity. Its features are:

light weight;
ease of transportation;
fastening with a conventional hitch;
track width 30 cm;
adjustability of plowing depth, which is max. can be 25 cm.

In addition to those mentioned above, plows for walk-behind tractors with a support wheel, which are adjusted by a screw mechanism, have become extremely popular among consumers.

How to do it?

Modern models of walk-behind tractors can be equipped with a reliable plow made by yourself. Varieties of this element: double-turn, reversible, two-body, rotary or Zykov’s product. There are quite a lot of design options. There are even options in which the body is made of a gas cylinder. It’s not difficult to make a high-quality plow for motorcycles yourself if you follow certain rules.

Rotary

The manufacturing of the structure can be divided into several main stages.

Prepare a good dump in the shape of a cylinder. This must be done exclusively in accordance with the drawing. The part is made of alloy metal

It is important to follow the drawing when making the structure yourself. They put out the ploughshare. The wedges are inserted into the iron sheet (3 mm) at an angle of 45 degrees. Connect the ploughshare to the shield on the side

Be sure to ensure that the blade of the ploughshare is located just below the shield itself (1 cm, no more). Attach the blade to the ploughshare. The working half with the ploughshare is welded to the metal tube, which serves as the base, using a welding machine. On the opposite side - fasteners for motorcycles. When the plow is ready, you can weld an axle with wheels in its lower half.

Turning

The rotating type of plow is rightfully recognized as one of the most functional and practical. This design is an excellent assistant for plowing land on a site, because it can cover a fairly large area. The plow is also good because you don’t have to waste time with it after each approach. You will only need to turn the plow and move in the opposite direction. The productivity of equipment will increase significantly. The main actions are performed in the same way as in the case of a rotary mechanism, but in this case the cutting elements must be below the skid (at least 2 cm).

Disk

It is possible to assemble a disc plow for machinery with your own hands. A similar model is assembled from the following parts:

disks;
fist;
axles;
bracket;
scraper;
drive beam;
pens;
screeds.

The disks for the device can be taken from an old “seeder”, if you have one in your arsenal. These elements are installed at an angle to increase work productivity. The hiller is hung on the equipment through the coupling bracket. The T-shaped leash from the plow is screwed to it using bolts and a stopper. At impressive speeds, the hiller may begin to slip, so you will have to work exclusively at low speeds or with twin wheels.

Weights

Weights are used to add more weight to the structure.
This is necessary in cases where the equipment “jumps” over the soil and operates intermittently. Weights can be used both for the walk-behind tractor itself and for attachments to it.

Weights for the Neva walk-behind tractor

The official manufacturer offers to buy weights on its website. There are two types.

The first ones are made in the form of disks; they are designed to weigh down the wheels or axle of the walk-behind tractor. The discs improve the soil-clinging properties; the weight of one disc is 10 kg.

The latter are produced in the form of a cylinder, which is attached only to the pin of the walk-behind tractor. Thus, burdening its frame, the weight of one such cylinder is 17 kg.

Plow design

If we talk about the Neva walk-behind tractor, several types of plows are installed on it, each of which has its own design features.

Nowadays the land on personal plots is cultivated with plows of the following designs:

single-hull;
negotiable;
rotary.

The most popular are single-hull guns. In addition, such a plow is considered the most optimal for plowmen without skills.

At the top of the reversible plow there is a curved feather, which allows you to immediately turn over the layer of earth during the plowing process. This feature makes the design an excellent option for cultivating hard soils. Since the design of such a plow is quite complex, only an experienced person can make it.

The rotary plow is the most difficult to manufacture. In design, it is more reminiscent of a cultivator, since there are several shares on one axis. When cultivating the soil, the axis rotates, causing the soil layer to turn over. The advantage of the design is that the soil can be cultivated to a depth of up to 30 cm with little effort. With the help of a rotary plow, plowing of the site can be done along different trajectories.

So, the single-hull plow is the most widely used, and anyone can work with it, even those not familiar with mechanized plowing. The advantage is that this tool is quite easy to make with your own hands.

Which plow is better for a walk-behind tractor?

To increase the productivity of the work performed, it is very important to responsibly approach the question: which plow is better to choose for a walk-behind tractor?

reversible plow

For example, a reversible plow can be made independently from high-strength steel. Consequently, it costs him nothing to withstand the necessary pressure while working on a plot of land.

It is also necessary to take into account the density of the treated soil. This especially needs to be taken into account for a rotary plow - the engine of the walk-behind tractor should not overheat, which will allow the unit to be used longer.

Rotary plow

A rotary plow for a walk-behind tractor is compared to a metal ridge, which makes it possible to plow the soil. These types of plows of different models may have different shapes. However, these models are united by the fact that their shape expands towards the top, which allows these units to pour earth away from the trench.

When choosing a plow, it is necessary to take into account the presence of a walk-behind tractor plow setting. It is necessary to be able to adjust the cutting depth and tilt angle for greater efficiency in working with the plow.

Reversible plow

A reversible plow that can be disassembled is perhaps the most ideal option because the blade can be replaced or sharpened. You also need to decide what size your plow will be, which will directly depend on what model of walk-behind tractor you are using.

To use the plow more efficiently, it is necessary to adjust the device, for which it is better to use a hitch (although not necessary). For more precise adjustment, it is necessary to take into account several principles: first, it is necessary that the longitudinal axis of the regulator and the walk-behind tractor coincide, and second, the vertical position of the beam.

This setup will allow you to perform agricultural work more efficiently. It is also necessary to use axle extensions and metal wheels with weights for various tasks.

When purchasing a plow for a walk-behind tractor, you must follow several rules: the plow should not have a thin stand, a shortened blade, a thin body sheet, or low-quality steel. There must be an instruction manual. Compliance with all of the above will reduce your costs by preventing breakdowns, and also perform quality work.

Useful tips and tricks

If you decide to build a good plow for a walk-behind tractor with your own hands, then you should listen to useful recommendations from experienced craftsmen.

If you plan to build a double-furrow plow, then you should remember that it must have two shares. This device can be used for plowing various types of soil.

This is the best specimen for working with stagnant soil. When making a rotary plow, it is very important to ensure that the edges of the moldboard and the ploughshare coincide. These elements are connected as tightly and firmly as possible

There should be no gaps or noticeable cracks. After using the plow, it must be cleaned of any dirt and adhering particles. Only if this rule is observed can we talk about the durability of the structure and its wear resistance. And then you won’t have to constantly sharpen the cutting plate. It will be much more convenient to install the plow on the agricultural machinery itself if you place the walk-behind tractor on stands. These can be not only special supports, but also simple bricks or stones/boards. Particular attention is paid to the already constructed plow. If it has only one bolted connection and only one hole, then it will not be adjustable.

It is advisable to assemble a plow with a support wheel on a steel sheet. All surfaces will need to be cleaned and polished. The back surface of the welded share is made as smooth as possible. Popular rotary plow types are in most cases made with disk mechanisms, but there are also drum, shovel and auger types. Such structures are simply irreplaceable when applying fertilizers and controlling weeds. For independent work, it is advisable to use only high-quality plumbing tools. You need to be able to work with them. At least minimal experience is required. Do not forget to process the working edge of the manufactured plow from time to time.

This will make her work more efficient. When making your own plow for a walk-behind tractor, it is important to strictly adhere to the chosen technology and the drawings drawn up. The slightest mistake or omission, which may seem insignificant, can lead to poor quality work of the structure.

Then it will need modification.

If you have doubts that you will be able to assemble the plow yourself, then it is better not to risk it and purchase a ready-made option. Fortunately, many companies offer high-quality and durable designs at different prices. You can buy them in specialized stores or order online.

To learn how to set up a plow for a walk-behind tractor, see the following video.

Homemade mini tractors

Ideal for processing small areas. Almost anyone who understands technology, even at a minimal level, can assemble them.

How to make a mini tractor from a Neva walk-behind tractor

First, we purchase the walk-behind tractor itself, on which a hitch is already pre-mounted, either factory-made or home-made. Then it will be possible to attach trailers with a body, which can easily transport cargo, regardless of size. There are other additional details that add comfort during use:

Brake and gas pedals.
Seat.
Steering Wheel.

The volume of Neva walk-behind tractors is usually in the range of 6-8 liters. Therefore, a mini-tractor with such a base requires a minimum number of modifications.

If you have electric welding and a grinder along with additional tools, you can create a dump truck on your own. The main thing is to give a special design to the frame mount, and make sure that the mini tractor from the walk-behind tractor can tilt the trailer and turn it. The controls for these devices duplicate each other, so the walk-behind tractor can be used separately by simply disassembling the small tractor.

Homemade mini tractor from the Zubr walk-behind tractor

Of the required details:

Frame.
Cylinder with brake.
Footrests, pedals.
Steering column, complete with rods.
The beam is in front, connected to the hubs and discs for the brakes.
Wings at the back.
Rear linkage with manual lift.

The last step is the joint assembly, using a hammer and drill, wrenches with a welding machine. Additionally, wheels are installed in front. The engine is attached to the frame at the front, so the minitractor maintains balance during operation. The power take-off shaft is located on the same axis with the pulley on the rear axle of the vehicle. Belt drive helps transmit power from one part to another. Belt tension and adjustment will be easier if the motor mount is floating.

Mini tractor based on MTZ walk-behind tractor

This walk-behind tractor has one difference from other standard models - it is equipped with a two-cylinder diesel engine. This causes the center to be heavier in the front when the device is actively operating. Because of this, the work process becomes noticeably more complicated. But you can fix the problem by doing the following:

We use the mode of operation with mowers.
The platform in front is completely dismantled.
It is replaced by a wheel from the front of the motorcycle, for which we use bolts. At the same time, the steering wheel is installed.
At the top of the frame there is a niche where the steering rod is installed. The adjusting rod must also be secured here, then the structure will receive an increase in strength and hardness.
We use electric welding to connect the platform and the mount for the driver’s seat.
The engine must have an additional platform where the hydraulic distributor with the battery is placed.
The rear part is connected to an additional metal frame for the hydraulic system.
The front motorcycle seat is ideal for handbrake placement.

Let's get a compact mini-tractor with three wheels.

Mini tractor made from Agro walk-behind tractor

As always, we prepare several basic parts in advance - the steering and braking system, additional wheels, and the hydraulic system. Hydraulics are needed for the system to work properly in conjunction with attachments. Extra wheels are easy to take from a regular car.

In the case of the Agro walk-behind tractor, additional steps will be needed to strengthen the drive axle shaft along with the wheel gearboxes. Let's assume that the engine of the device is located behind. Then the load will be distributed as evenly as possible.

Do-it-yourself mini tractor with a Centaur walk-behind tractor

Centaur walk-behind tractors are a type of professional equipment designed for agricultural work. Therefore, in the end, the mini-tractor will have high productivity.

The key component is the engine, with a power of up to 9 horsepower. It is necessary to use a metal profile to make a frame for this design. We install the seat along with the wheelset. Additional equipment in the form of a trailer is acceptable, which helps transport small-sized cargo. Other useful additions include single-share plows and moldboards.