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American cultivators have won the trust of gardeners and summer residents not so long ago. These cultivators appeared on the CIS market at the beginning of the 21st century. In terms of technical characteristics, they are practically not inferior to Japanese ones. The Kraftsman cultivator is considered the best.
How American motor cultivators work
The Craftsman cultivator has a four-stroke engine that is coated with a special alloy (nikasil). This coating ensures continuous operation of the engine and the entire propulsion system, allowing it to operate flawlessly even under overload. Adjustment of the speed of rotation of the cutting plates is provided. In addition, additional equipment can be connected to such a system.
The Mantis cultivator, although it did not lend itself to modernization for a long time, remains popular due to its quality. It is lightweight and compact, and works well where other cultivators cannot plow deep into the ground. All this is due to the worm gear. Some models have additional features - simulates the operation of a rake and a sweeping brush.
Cultivator Kraftsman in action
The Briggs Stratton cultivator is equipped with a proprietary engine. He knows how to huddle, cultivate, loosen. The wide range offers gasoline, electric and diesel cultivators.
The Partner cultivator is equipped with a reliable four-stroke petrol engine. It has a comfortable handle that can be adjusted and folded depending on the person's height.
Technical features of American cultivators
Craftsman rototillers are quick to start and can be used even in cold weather. Steel cutters do not break when hitting a solid obstacle. There is protection against uncontrolled use, the mechanism will turn off if the handle is released from the hands.
Appearance
American Mantis cultivator has a small size, it is compact and lightweight, easy to use even for women. Serpentine cutters allow you to plow the land in hard-to-reach areas of the site.
Briggs Stratton cultivators have four-stroke engines. Engine displacement ranges from small to large, allowing the cultivator to be matched to a wide range of areas. However, it requires constant oil changes and careful maintenance.
Partner cultivators are easy to maintain. They are convenient in that they have transport wheels, which simplifies their movement. They also have protective discs to prevent accidental damage to any plantings.
Cultivators Partner
Popular American-made cultivators
Patriot, Mantis, Gardena, Parton, as well as the Kraftsman motor-cultivator are the most popular companies that produce not only motor-cultivators, but also other garden equipment.
Also have good reviews and models with American engines Champion, Tarpan, Neva, Husqvarna.
The Partner motor cultivator is ideal for large areas, its reliable transmission requires virtually no intervention.
Recommendations for the repair and maintenance of cultivators
Regardless of the model, all cultivators need to be checked for malfunctions from time to time, especially after long periods of use.
You also need to periodically change the oil, drive belts, filters of all systems. The condition of the spark plugs and the sharpening of the chains should be checked especially carefully.
In accordance with the instructions, maintenance is required to keep the cultivator in working order. Usually it is enough to do it once a year. Maintenance involves cleaning the cultivator from dirt and dust, adding oil to the gearbox, checking the tension of belts and cables.
Motor cultivator
Maintenance, if you have the necessary knowledge, can be carried out at home, but it is better to do this in specialized centers, entrusting the cultivator to qualified specialists.
Cultivators are indispensable in the presence of a small farm. Thanks to them, unpleasant responsibilities can turn into a favorite activity. Therefore, do not hesitate to buy for a long time, you need to go to the store!
