For more than 35 years, machine-building plants in Omsk and Moscow have been producing the Mole motor-cultivator, a veteran of fields, gardens and vegetable gardens. During this time, the cultivator was modernized, but the overall design remained virtually unchanged. Currently, modern engines from well-known manufacturers GeoTeck, Subaru, HAMMERMANN are installed on cultivators.

The Mole MK-1A-02 motorized cultivator is designed for primary soil cultivation, as well as for weeding, hilling rows and beds, transporting goods, mowing grass, digging up potatoes, and pumping water. The Mole MK-1A-02 is equipped with a 2.6 hp two-stroke engine. with increased engine life. Depending on the number of installed cutters, it is capable of processing soil with a working width of 35-60 cm and a depth of up to 25 cm.

Compared to the basic model MK-1A, the modern version MK-1A-02 is distinguished by improved technical characteristics and expanded functionality:

• Thanks to the increased engine power, the productivity of the unit has increased.
• The small weight makes it easy for a person to operate the cultivator even with little physical strength.
• The unit can be conveniently transported in the trunk of a car.
• Available aggregation with various – original and other manufacturers.

Technical characteristics of the MK-1A-02 model

• Two-stroke air-cooled carburetor engine;
• Engine power at 5500-6500 rpm. — 1.9 kW, 2.6 hp;
• Fuel - a mixture of A-76, AI-80 gasoline with M-12TP oil;
• Fuel tank volume - 1.8 l;
• Processing width - 350, 600 mm;
• One gear - forward;
• Weight - 48 kg;
• Overall dimensions in working position 1300x810x1060 mm;
• Processing depth - up to 250 mm;
• Milling productivity - 150-200 m 2 /hour.

Operating instructions: service features

The Mole MK-1A-02 motor cultivator is easy to maintain and operate. It consumes as fuel a mixture of gasoline AI-76, AI-80 with motor oil M-12-TPTU in a ratio of 25:1. MG-8A oil is used for the engine gearbox, and TAD-17 oil for the output gearbox.

MK consists of the following main components: engine 18; gearbox 28; frames 2, 22; working bodies - rotors 24, 25, 26, 27 with knives; wheels 23 (transport); fuel tank 5 with lid 6 and hood 7; petrol tap 4; pipes 8, 17; control handles 12, 14; clutch control levers 11, throttle 13, reverse and forward gears 15; clamp 9; casing 3; supports 19, 20; opener 21; “Stop” buttons 10 stop the engine; electrical connector 16; shield 29; protective shields 30; handles 1.

For a new cultivator, the first 15 hours of operation are a break-in period - the running-in of the main components and mechanisms. During this period, it is prohibited to use the equipment at full capacity.

Various types of equipment can be installed on the motorized cultivator: hillers, weeders, trolley, mower, motor pump, plow, snow blower. Thanks to the reverse gear, the unit has good maneuverability, especially in confined spaces in greenhouses and vineyards.

Possible malfunctions, their elimination, repair

Each type of technology has certain characteristics. This also applies to Krot motor cultivators, so strict adherence to the manufacturer’s recommendations is the key to long-term uninterrupted operation of the machines.

As the experience of most equipment owners testifies, the main causes of malfunctions and breakdowns of the Mole MK-1A-02 motor cultivator come down to one thing: contamination of parts, components and mechanisms. Therefore, keeping agricultural machinery clean and timely should be the main rule for successful operation.

• If the carburetor is dirty, the Mole MK-1A-02 motor-cultivator will overheat and stall.
• The engine may not develop sufficient power due to clogging of the carburetor, the appearance of carbon deposits in the muffler, on the cylinder channels, or clogging of the engine air filter. The reasons may also be an increase in the tension of the V-belt, lack of compression.
• Do not use pure gasoline, not mixed with oil, as fuel.
• Do not use motor oil of brands that are not specified in the operating instructions.
• Do not idle the engine for more than 10 minutes - due to low fuel consumption, the crankshaft bearing is not cooled enough and quickly overheats, which can lead to seizure.
• For easy engine starting, promptly clean the drainage hole in the fuel tank cap and the filter element.
• Due to insufficient engine warm-up, a dirty spark plug, or improper installation of the high-voltage wire tip, the engine may stall or operate intermittently.

Magneto - ignition system control

The system is tested visually, using a probe to measure the gap between the electrodes. For a detailed inspection of the magneto, remove the casing and flywheel and make the necessary adjustments in accordance with the instructions.

When adjusting the gap, in order to avoid damage, do not press forcefully on the central electrode.

The operating instructions for the Krot motor-cultivator provide very detailed information about the structure of the unit, the schedule of routine maintenance, setting up systems and mechanisms, the causes of problems and their elimination.

OJSC "Moscow Machine-Building Enterprise named after V.V. Chernyshev" is one of the leading aircraft engine-building enterprises, which is part of the United Engine Corporation (UEC). The company began its activities in 1932. At that time it produced piston engines and aviation diesel engines for aircraft. In the late 40s, the plant began producing some of the first turbojet engines for fighter aircraft. In the 1960s - 1970s, almost all USSR Air Force fighters were equipped with turbojet engines produced by the V.V. Chernyshev MMP plant.

The mole is known to everyone, but few have seen it

The project of the Soviet motor-cultivator "Mole" was developed in the early 80s, put into production and mass production began in 1983. "Mole" is produced by factories in Moscow and Omsk. The "Mole" motor-cultivator is one of the first domestic products of small-sized agricultural machinery, designed for the needs of private users on personal plots, vegetable gardens and garden plots with a cultivated area of ​​0.04...0.10 hectares. It is capable of cultivating (cultivating) the soil to a depth (up to 250 mm), as well as loosening it, harrowing it, and leveling it. The first model of the MK-1 "Mole" motor cultivator was produced as a single-purpose machine for cultivating soil. Today, the technical capabilities of motor cultivators have increased and are capable of performing a wide range of work with attachments.

Motor cultivator MK-1 "Mole":

1. - working body (rotor);
2. - gearbox;
3. - blade of the working body;
4. - gas tank;
5. - “stop” button to stop the engine;
6. - clutch control lever;
7. - carburetor throttle control lever;
8. - engine;
9. - opener;
10. - support;
11. - frame;
12. - transport wheel

Mole MK-1A-01 has one forward gear. Mole MK-1A-02 has two gears: one forward and one reverse. Equipped with a single-cylinder, 2-stroke, air-cooled carburetor engine MMZ KOZ 501.

A miracle engine, which over time acquires “soul and mood”, capable of becoming offended, tired or simply capricious, may refuse to start and no amount of fresh gasoline, oil or a smoke break will convince it. You can sing him songs, dance or read poetry, and if his mood improves, then perhaps you will be lucky and get to work. If not, come back later or the next day. Nanotechnology is not a lot of fun.

Equipped with a four-stroke engine with a horizontal crankshaft "Geotec 35T" from "Tecumsen" Italy; has engine power at 3600 rpm. - 2.57 kW, 3.5 hp

Four-stroke engine with a horizontal crankshaft, Briggs & Stratton USA, with engine power at 3600 rpm. - 2.57 kW, 3.5 hp

Four-stroke engine with overhead valves from HONDA. Engine power at 4000 rpm. - 4 hp

With Hammermann engine (China), 5.5 hp. - four-stroke, single-cylinder with overhead valves. Power at 3600 rpm. - 5.5 hp

Engine 168F (China), four-stroke, single-cylinder with overhead valves. Power at 3600 rpm. - 4 hp

Many have heard about the Krot motor cultivators; they have firmly occupied their niche in the Russian market. These lightweight machines do their job “excellently”. Today, engines from world manufacturers are installed on Krot motor cultivators. And this radically changes the work process. The engines installed on the Krot in Soviet times were capricious and required a lot of attention and frequent rest. But today everything has changed. And these light, resourceful machines are capable of grinding any soil without any problems. Today, many Chinese manufacturers produce analogs of Krot motor cultivators, for example, the Greenfield company - which indicates the demand for KROT brand motor cultivators.

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The Krot cultivator is produced from the assembly lines of the Omsk and Moscow Machine-Building Enterprise named after V.V. Chernyshev, which is considered the most advanced aircraft engine-building enterprise, part of the general engine-building corporation (UEC).

The organization began its existence in 32 of the last century. At that time, the factories produced piston engines and diesel engines for aircraft that were supplied to Aeroflot. Ten years later, the company began producing the country's very first jet engines, which were installed on fighter aircraft.

Until the end of the 70s, all aircraft of this class were equipped with turbojet engines, which were produced at this plant.

The design of the Soviet cultivator "Mole" began in the 80s, 3 years after the start of development it was put into mass production. "Mole" is produced by the Moscow Machine-Building Enterprise named after V.V. Chernyshev.

The very first motorized cultivator “Mole” MK-1 was produced as a single-purpose unit that cultivated soil.

For more details about the work of the Moscow Machine-Building Enterprise named after V.V. Chernyshev, watch the video:

Today, the technical features of motor cultivators have become much larger; they can perform a wider range of work with attachments.

Today, motor cultivators are equipped with motors from global companies. And this significantly improved the cultivation process.

The motors that were installed on the “Mole” in the era of the Soviet Union often broke down and were not as powerful, they required more careful handling, they had to be turned off periodically.

But over the years, everything has changed, light maneuverable machines, such as: cultivators for the garden, manual for the garden, electric, Mantis, Cayman, Viking, Texas, Swift, Champion, Patriot, Tarpan can process any area, regardless of the complexity of the work (About the most reliable and popular walk-behind tractor read here).

Today, most foreign companies produce analogues of Krot motor cultivators, for example, the Greenfield company - and this indicates the demand for the company’s equipment.

Catalog of models and how much they cost

Motor cultivator MK-1A-02

The oldest and most reliable comrade who “will not spoil the furrows.” This motor cultivator is equipped with a two-stroke motor - simple and reliable.

Main technical features:

• gas tank volume: 1.8 l;
• cultivates an area width: 35, 60 cm;
• price: 19 thousand rubles.

Mole 1

Features of a reliable walk-behind tractor with an internal combustion engine:

• engine – 4-stroke, 1-cylinder engine with 6.5 hp. air-cooled;
• engine capacity model - GF 168 F-1 (GC200), 196 cm3;
• engine performance – 6.5 hp;
• gas tank volume: 3.6 l;
• oil tank volume – 0.60 l;
• cultivates an area with a width of 400-600 mm;
• treats the area to a depth of 150-250 mm;
• one gear, can only go straight;
• price: 20 thousand rubles.

MK-1A-01ts

This is a lightweight walk-behind tractor that runs on A-76, AI-80 and M-12TP oil.

Technical features:

• internal combustion engine: two-stroke, air-cooled;
• motor performance 5500-6500 rpm. – 1.9 kW, 2.6 hp;
• gas tank volume – 1.8 l;
• weight – 51 kg;
• The width during operation is: 130 x 81 x 106 cm;
• power during milling – 150-200 m2/hour;
• price: 15 thousand rubles.

This model is a single-axle motor cultivator.

Technical features:

• GoeTek motor with a performance of 3.5 hp;
• treats the area to a depth of up to 25 cm;
• treats an area with a width of 35, 60 cm;
• fuel tank volume - 1.8 l;
• can not only cultivate the area, but also level it;
• price: 10 thousand rubles.

Model M

This is the smallest model that the manufacturer presents. A transport wheel is located on the front part; this is the main difference between this model and other equipment.

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Milling heads are immediately attached to the “M” and are powered by a Honda engine.

Main parameters and dimensions:

• length 100-130cm;
• width 35-81cm
• height 71-106cm
• weight (without fuel) – 48 thousand grams;
• cutter diameter (rotor with knife), cm 32;
• two gears, can go forward and backward.

Technical features:

• Honda motor;
• internal combustion engine: four-stroke, air-cooled;
• engine volume 118 cm3;
• cylinder with diameter x per piston stroke 6 x 4 cm;
• maximum productivity 4l/s / 4000 rpm;
• maximum torque 0.75 N*m / 2,500 rpm;
• the model consumes fuel 230g/kWh;
• cultivates an area 35 or 60 cm wide;
• cutter with a diameter of 32 cm;
• one gear, can only go forward.

Technical features:

• motor 168F with a performance of 4.0 hp; operating in 4 strokes with air-type cooling, single-cylinder, valves located at the top;
• performance: at 3600 rpm. – 4 hp;
• motor power (h) 1100;
• scientific starter;
• engine volume (mm cubic): 1180;
• cooling parts, components and mechanisms with air;
• ignites thanks to the system: transistor magneto;
• gas tank volume (l.) 2.5;
• oil tank capacity (l): 0.6;
• one of the gears can only go forward, and the other in the opposite direction;
• cost: 21 thousand rubles.

Technical characteristics of this model:

• Hammermann engine, 5.5 hp, operating in 4 strokes, with one cylinder, valves located on top;
• performance: at 3600 rpm. – 5.5 hp;
• manual start;
• fuel consumption AI-92, AI-95: 395 g/kWh;
• cooling of parts, components and mechanisms with air;
• ignites thanks to a transistor magneto;
• parts of the crank mechanism move counterclockwise;
• uses oil for work: SF, SG, CEA 30, SAE 10B-40;
• gas tank (l.) 3.6;
• oil sump capacity (l): 0.6;
• cultivates area width (cm): 35, 60;
• one of the gears can only go forward, and the other in the opposite direction;
• price: 15 thousand rubles.

Technical features:

• engine (name): Robin-Subaru EU-15 D;
• performance (hp): 3.5;
• gas tank volume (l): 2.8;
• two gears, can go forward and backward;
• belt clutch, chain reducer;
• price: 26 thousand rubles.

This unit has a 4-stroke motor with one cylinder; the cooling system of parts, components and mechanisms occurs with a powerful air flow, there is forced circulation; There is an additional plate that protects against the scattering of earth.

This is the most purchased equipment, which has successfully proven itself from the best side. Initially - due to its reliability, but the two-stroke engine does not have enough performance. If we compare this model with the first one, then DDE 2, in addition, has a reverse gear, which makes the operator’s work easier.

V700II

Its main difference from other models is that the internal combustion engine used is of domestic rather than foreign production.

Motors (specifications and prices)

Motoblocks, like other equipment, quickly break down after long-term use. If it’s time to change the engine in your device, be sure to take into account the working conditions on the land.

Greenfield Pro111-4.0HP

Specifications:

• performance 4.0 hp This unit has a 4-stroke engine, 1-cylinder, air-cooled, valves located at the top;
• pro111-4.0НP (GC 120), Volume (cm3) 118;
• diameter x stroke (cm) 5.2 x 3.8;
• compression percentage 7.7:1;
• permissible performance kW (l/s) 2.9 (4.0);
• initial productivity kW (l/s) 2.5 (3.6);
• maximum product of force per lever arm (Nm) 3.5;
• a set of all instruments and devices that ensure the appearance of an electric spark of a transistor-magnetic type;
• reversible starting mechanism (traction cable);
• oil tank capacity (l) 0.6;
• gas tank volume (l) 3.6;
• fuel consumption (g/kW/hour) 360;
• dimensions L x W x H (cm) 40 x 33 x 35.5;
• weight (kg) 15;
• There is no electric starter.

Honda GH120 CX4 4 hp

Motor Honda GH120 CX4 4 hp. Performance 4 hp Cylinder volume 118 cm3. This unit has a motor operating in 4 strokes, the engine is carburetor, the cylinder valves are located on top (ONV), the cooling of parts, components and mechanisms is carried out by air.

Its technical characteristics:

• fuel consumption, 313 g/kWh – 230 g/l.h.;
• overall dimensions, cm 30 x 34 x 31;
• weight, 13 kg;
• shaft diameter, cm 18;
• shaft length, cm 50;
• marginal performance, 2.9 kW (4 hp) / 3600 rpm;
• price 14,805 rub.

Lifan 168F-2L

Description:

• power 4.8 hp This unit with a motor operating in 4 strokes is an internal combustion engine;
• cylinder diameter: 6.8 cm;
• piston stroke: 5.4 cm;
• working volume: 196 cm3;
• shaft diameter: 20 mm;
• permissible performance: (kW/rpm): 3.5 / 1800;
• basic performance: (kW/rpm): 2.9 / 1500;
• permissible product of force per lever arm: 1800 rpm;
• mechanism that transmits and converts torque: chain transmission (2:1);
• Fuel: Unleaded automobile fuel;
• gas tank with a capacity of 3.6 liters.
• oil: what is used in the SAE 10V-30, 20V, 30V motor;
• oil tank capacity: 0.6;
• starts with a manual starter;
• dry weight: 16 kg;
• overall dimensions L × W × H (cm): 31.2 × 37.5 × 33.6;
• price: 8,800 rub.

Subaru-Robin EX13 4.5 hp

The Subaru EX13 engine has a performance of 4.5 hp. Cylinder volume 126 cm3. This unit with a motor operating in 4 strokes is an internal combustion engine, it is a single-cylinder carburetor. Cooling of parts, components and mechanisms is carried out by air.

The motor is equipped with parts of a horizontal crank mechanism. Such a motor costs 16 thousand rubles.

Honda GS-135S1

Description:

Performance 4.0 hp This unit with a motor operating in 4 strokes, an internal combustion engine, the distribution shaft is located in the cylinder head (OHC), the output shaft is located horizontally, there is air cooling.

Honda GS-135S1 engines are manufactured according to the latest Honda developments.

Characteristic features of the motor:

• model with single-block cylinders and integrated timing belts;
• a minimum number of mechanical elements and the use of lightweight materials;
• highly professional design regardless of working conditions;
• consumes very little fuel when compared with other models;

Unique Honda technologies are used. The motors do not harm the environment and are reliable when working in open and closed areas. You can easily purchase spare parts from official dealers and on the Internet. Such an engine costs 11,800 rubles.

Lifan 160F 4 hp

Motor with a capacity of 4 hp. and a cylinder with a volume of 118 cm3. Four-stroke petrol single-cylinder model with an inclination of 30 degrees.

The Lifan 160F motor can compete in power with motors for domestically produced cultivators.

The relatively affordable price began to attract gardening enthusiasts and farmers, who began to often pay attention to the company’s equipment.

Also a big plus of the Lifan 160F: the compact size of the motor, which makes it easier to transport.

Technical specifications:

• weight: 13 thousand grams;
• cylinder diameter, piston stroke (cm): 6 x 4.2;
• fuel consumption (g/kW): 394;
• cooling of parts, components and mechanisms is carried out by air;
• the crankshaft moves counterclockwise;
• ignition occurs in the transistor circuit;
• price: 8 thousand rubles.

Video: Motoblock Mole - replacing the engine with Lifan 160f

Conclusion

Many agricultural enthusiasts in the country know and use Krot motor cultivators, which have firmly taken a leading position in the market.

This lightweight equipment perfectly copes with the assigned tasks; in addition, it can be equipped with powerful motors from world manufacturers, and this significantly distinguishes them from models from other manufacturers.

The depth of planting potatoes with a walk-behind tractor is very important, we recommend that you read the article.

At the end of the 1980s of the last century, Russian machine-building plants began to produce structurally lightweight and simple motor cultivators “Krot”-1A-02. The first MK-1A-02 models were equipped with a two-stroke engine, its power reached 2.6 horsepower. This unit also had a gearbox bolted to the frame. A non-removable rope starter was attached to the electric motor. Agronomists noted that the device had a low electric motor performance. After such feedback, manufacturers decided to significantly improve agricultural machines, in particular, by increasing the power of the units.

In this article, we will take a detailed look at the main characteristics that the “Mole”-1A motor-cultivator has, we will talk about the scope of application of this agricultural machinery, and we will tell you what spare parts and attachments can be additionally installed on the “Mole” motor-cultivator “Mole” MK-1A-02.

Main technical specifications

“Mole” 1 motor cultivator is equipped with a carburetor 2-stroke electric motor with a power of 2.6 horsepower with an air cooling system and gearbox. Both the electric motor and the gearbox are bolted to the frame. The engine for the Krot MK-1A cultivator is becoming gasoline. A non-removable rope starter is fixed to the electric motor. This agricultural machine is also equipped with a 1.8-liter fuel tank. Motor-cultivator "Mole" "Mole"-1A successfully runs on AI-80 or A-76 gasoline (with M-12TP oil). The weight of the agricultural machine is 48 kilograms.

Another important technical characteristic is the steering wheel. It is equipped with first-class controls, in particular:

• clutch handles and handles for adjusting the throttle valve;
• carburetor throttle control lever.

The Mole MK-1A motor-cultivator has mounted structures. They can be adapted for hilling, weeding, watering, and grass mowing.

Scope of application

The Krot-1A cultivator is rightly considered one of the very first Russian agricultural machines of small-sized agricultural machinery, which is used to carry out not deep processing (frazing without layer rotation) - up to 30 centimeters - harrowing, loosening, weeding of rows and leveling. As it is written in the operating instructions, the “Mole” motor-cultivator “Mole” MK-1A-02 can be effectively used on your own garden, garden, and personal plots, the cultivated area of ​​which is in the range of 0.04-0.10 hectares. You can read more about this by opening the special brochure “Motor cultivator MK-1A-02 “Mole” operating instructions MK-1A-02”.

The Krot MK-1A-02 motorized cultivator is an indispensable agricultural assistant for any agronomist and person closely associated with agriculture. The Krot MK-1A motor-cultivator has compact dimensions, and at the same time, this agricultural machine is quite highly productive. It can very quickly and easily prepare the soil for planting, hill up and weed the beds. Motor-cultivator "Mole" "Mole"-1A is also ideal for planting various agricultural crops, for example, potatoes.

Milling cutters and other additional parts for agricultural machines
Spare parts for the “Mole” MK-1A-02 motor-cultivator are important. Four phrases are included with the device upon purchase. They need to be fixed on different sides of the gear shaft. Alternatively, six cutters can be used simultaneously.

To dig up or hill up potatoes, the cutters are replaced with other spare parts for the Krot MK-1A-02 motor-cultivator - wheels. And the coulter is replaced by a plow or hiller.

To carry out irrigation work, spare parts such as MNU-2 agricultural pumping equipment are used. It is attached in front of the agricultural system, and a V-belt drive is additionally attached to it (it can be disconnected from the walk-behind gearbox).

Conclusion
We hope that this article helped you get the most complete impression about the operation of this type of equipment, understand all the functional nuances and scope of use of the described agricultural technology.

The Krot cultivator, created more than 30 years ago, remains one of the most popular domestic land cultivation units to this day due to its convenient design and ease of maintenance. Let's take a closer look at its operating principle, as well as customer reviews of modern Krot models.

Cultivator "Mole": characteristics, design

All manufactured models of the unit in question are characterized by a similar design. There is a “Mole” cultivator, to which a frame, tubular handles for controlling the unit and a bracket for installing auxiliary equipment are attached with bolts.

The handles have levers that allow you to shift and clutch. Some modern modifications of the "Mole" have a reverse and forward gear switch.

The engine, connected to the input shaft of the gearbox via a V-belt transmission, is attached to the frame. The cultivator rolls with the help of transport wheels, which are raised or removed altogether during the operation of the walk-behind tractor.

Mills (rotors with knives) for cultivating soil (to a depth of up to 25 cm), as well as additional attachments (mower, trolley, pumping unit, etc.), designed to expand the range of capabilities of the cultivator, are installed on the output shafts.

Technical characteristics of the engine of the base model of the cultivator

A 1-cylinder, carburetor, air-cooled engine with a displacement of 60 cc is used. cm. Motor power is 2.6 hp. at rpm from 5500 to 6500. The engine is started manually using a rope. The starter is not removable. Dry air purifier with replaceable filter (air). The fuel tank capacity is 1.8 liters. Low-octane gasoline with motor oil is used as fuel. In this case, the ratio of these components is 20:1. The ignition system is electronic non-contact.

Modifications of the cultivator "Mole"

The Krot (MK) cultivator, in addition to the basic model, has a number of modernized ones. Modifications consist of using a gearbox equipped with reverse gear and installing imported engines. Moreover, quite often modern models are equipped with four-stroke engines instead of two-stroke ones. Also, cultivators may differ in the design of the gas tank, carburetor, air cleaner, etc.

There are also Krot cultivators equipped with electric motors of various designs with electricity supplied via cable. The use of such units in greenhouses is especially convenient, since no emissions of pollutants are generated during their operation.

Operating principle

Tillage is carried out using rotors (mills) mounted on the gearbox shaft. Torque is transmitted to it from the engine through a V-belt drive.

During the rotation of the rotary knives, the soil layers are cut off, crushed and mixed. At the same time, the cultivator moves forward.

By following some general instructions from the manufacturer, you can significantly extend the life of such a unit, as user reviews confirm this.

The cultivator must be transported strictly in a vertical position, which will prevent oil from spilling out of the gearbox and getting into the air filter.

It is not recommended to use the cultivator at full capacity immediately. In the first few hours (about 15) it should be allowed to break in. To do this, one area should be processed in several passes with a gradual increase in plowing depth.

If the space between the cutters and the gearbox housing becomes clogged with roots, stones or anything else, you must immediately turn off the cultivator and remove the stuck objects. This way you will prevent damage. If there are a large content of roots (small stones) in the soil, it is recommended to reduce the rotation speed of the rotor blades.

Operating the Krot cultivator: user instructions

To cultivate land plots, various auxiliary equipment is used, mounted on the Krot cultivator. The operating instructions indicate that with the help of attachments you can plow the soil, weed weeds, hill up or dig up potatoes, mow grass, pump water, and transport cargo. Let's look at how to properly perform these types of work using the "Mole" cultivator.

Plowing the soil with a milling cutter or plow

Soil cutters are put on the gearbox shafts. The transport wheels are raised. In this case, cutters are not only the working body, but also the mover of the unit. To adjust the plowing depth, a special coulter is attached to the bracket, which also serves as a brake.

The "Mole" cultivator is equipped with four cutters (two external and two internal). For processing heavy soils (fallow, virgin) only two internal cutters are used. On relatively light soils, all four can be used. It is also possible to use six cutters at once (an additional set must be purchased separately). This makes it easier to work with the cultivator, preventing it from digging into the soil. It is not recommended to install more than six cutters on the unit, so as not to break the handles due to the increased weight, as well as overload the engine and transmission.

If it is necessary to plow the soil with a plow (must be purchased additionally), wheels (metal) with lugs are put on the gearbox shafts. The plow is attached to the bracket.

Plowing with a plow is inferior to tilling with a milling cutter, since in the latter case the soils are better loosened. In addition, weeds are crushed and covered better, and fertilizers are mixed more evenly with the soil.

How to weed weeds and hill up potatoes?

To weed weeds, instead of plowing knives, L-shaped weeding blades are installed on the internal cutters. To protect cultivated plants, you can install protective discs in place of external cutters. They are purchased separately as they are not included with the cultivator.

In order to pre-hill up the potatoes during the weeding process, the opener is replaced with a hiller. It is also sold separately. If you just need to hill up potatoes, then in addition to installing the hiller, you need to remove the tillers and install lug wheels instead.

How to dig up potatoes?

To be able to dig up potatoes, you should additionally purchase a special digging device, which is installed instead of the coulter. In this case, wheels with lugs are installed instead of soil cutters.

Mowing grass

The "Mole" cultivator can be used for cutting grass and making hay. To do this, a mower is hung from the front (purchased additionally), and wheels are installed on the geared output shafts. To connect the mower to the engine via a V-belt drive, the output shaft is equipped with an additional pulley.

How to pump water?

In order to pump water from an open reservoir, a pumping unit must be mounted on the cultivator frame, connected to the engine by a V-belt drive, which must be removed from the traction gearbox. Pumping equipment is not included in the delivery package, but must be purchased separately.

How can you transport cargo using a motor cultivator?

To be able to transport cargo, you must purchase an additional small-sized trolley with a rotary coupling device. In this case, rubber-coated wheels are put on the output shafts of the gearbox. 200 kilograms is the maximum weight that the Mole can transport.

consumers about Krot

Consumers respond generally positively to both the basic model and the modernized versions of the cultivator. The common advantages of all models are:

• affordable price;
• Possibility of use for processing heavy soils;
• durability (some users indicate periods of use of more than 20 years);
• ease of operation;
• small dimensions allowing transportation on the roof or in the trunk of a car;
• the possibility of using additional equipment, due to which work productivity increases significantly.

According to consumer information, models equipped with four-stroke engines (in particular, the Krot VK cultivator) have a number of positive properties. Reviews from gardeners contain information that the power of such engines increases at low speeds. This means that in order to cultivate the soil at the design depth of 25 cm, no increase in the speed is required. When operating such a unit, the consumption of fuels and lubricants is reduced, and there is no need to add oil to the fuel.