Many summer residents grow potatoes on their plots. And it’s no secret that caring for this culture usually takes a lot of energy. Of course, you can plant, spud and dig potatoes manually. But it’s better to purchase special equipment for this purpose - a motor cultivator. Such equipment is relatively inexpensive. Yes, and to choose the most suitable model for this particular site today will not be difficult. For example, many summer residents and farmers consider a Pubert Primo cultivator to be a very good option for such a technique.
Who produces
Launches this popular model by the French company Pubert. This company was founded a very long time ago - in 1840 in the city of Chanton. Initially, the company produced equipment designed for use with horse-drawn traction. Today, this company produces about 200 thousand units of motor cultivators per year. It delivers such lines to the market as, for example, Compact, Eco, Junior.
Primo series cultivators produced by this company, which will be discussed in the article, belong to the semi-professional type of equipment. Models of this line are quite expensive. However, at the same time, they have simply excellent technical characteristics, as well as rich functionality. Pubert Primo models are available in many European and Asian countries. Have the opportunity to purchase them and domestic farmers and summer residents.
General review of the line
Primo models differ from cultivators of other series, first of all, by the presence of a reinforced frame in the design. Engines for this technique are professionally mounted. The power of motors in different versions can range from 5 to 6.5 l / s. Their resource in some cases reaches 2500 hours.
Engines of such brands as Subaru, Honda, Stratton can be installed on cultivators of this series. The clutch in this equipment uses a belt with reverse. The gearbox on these cultivators is mounted on a chain. Due to this, 95% of the motor power is transferred to the milling cutters. And this, in turn, increases the efficiency of models and their performance. It is possible to cultivate the land using this technique to a considerable depth.
Cultivator cutters are fixed using special hinged mounts. The latter have a special design. Due to this, the installation of cutters takes a summer resident a minimum of time. There is no need to use any additional tool, in any case, when performing this operation. It is possible to work with cultivators of the Primo series including at back speed. This greatly facilitates the cultivation of land in a field or garden in hard to reach places. For example, with the help of these semi-professional cultivators it is very convenient to plow near bushes and fences. Also, the presence of rear speed in the lineup models simplifies the reversal as much as possible.
In the design of motor cultivators of this series, among other things, a steering wheel is also included. This addition allows you to conveniently transport the model from its storage location to the area that needs to be processed. Rolling the cultivator, thanks to the presence of the wheel, can be done just like a garden trolley.
General specifications
These motocultivators earned good reviews from summer residents and farmers, of course, primarily for their thoughtful design and ease of use. Thus, the width of the strip processing when using Pubert Primo can be regulated in the range from 30 to 90 cm. These motor cultivators work for a very long time, without overheating at all. At the same time, they are distinguished by rich functionality. The manufacturer provided for the possibility of using with them a variety of types of attachments. If necessary, summer residents can attach to the cultivator, for example, a plow, hiller, potato digger.
For ease of use, the manufacturer of cultivators Pubert Primo has also provided a handle with a convenient design. With the help of a special lever, it can be rotated and fixed in any position. This, of course, greatly improves the usability of the machine.
At the rear of the Primo cultivators a special emphasis is provided. With its help, the depth of processing is regulated. If necessary, this indicator can also be set to 32 cm. Even with such deep processing, the Primo operator will not have to expend any effort. The car "goes" across the field, and in this case it is very easy.
Features of work with a cultivator
Of course, before you start working with this technique, you should carefully study the instructions that came with it. Pubert Primo cultivator is quite simple to use. However, when working with him, you still have to follow some rules. So, for example, on rocky terrain, the machine may only be used at the slowest speed. You cannot work with this cultivator at high engine speeds.
When operating models of this line, as well as any others, it should be ensured that, without exception, all the screws and nuts in the structure are well tightened. It is not allowed to transport these motor cultivators from the storage place with the engine turned on. The manufacturer also does not recommend transporting this equipment in trailers. Keep cultivators only in a dry place.
Most popular modifications
The most commonly purchased varieties of Pubert Prima tillers are:
It is these models that have proven themselves in the best conditions in Russia.
Motor-cultivator Pubert Prima 65B D2: description
This model was developed by the manufacturer specifically for use on virgin areas up to 1,500 m2. Pubert Prima 65B D2 cultivators are equipped with reliable and productive Briggs & Stratton I / C engines . The power of these motors is 6.5 l / s. Also in the design of the modification provides for a pneumatic clutch "smooth ride". In its class, the Prima 65B D2 is the most powerful and productive. It is purchased mainly by small and medium-sized farmers. Such a cultivator will be suitable for a summer resident, most likely, only if the plot is really large enough.
The fuel tank capacity of the model is 3.6 liters. This cultivator weighs 50 kg. The price for it, depending on the supplier, can be 35-40 thousand rubles. Complete with a cultivator are three pairs of cutters , opener, plant protection discs.
Reviews of summer residents about the cultivator 65B D2
Owners of summer cottages praise this model, of course, primarily for the presence of pneumatic clutch. The gears of the Pubert Prima 65B D2 cultivator actually switch very smoothly. This machine does not require a break-in, for which, of course, it also earned good consumer reviews. The advantages of this model, many summer residents include the fact that it copes with the processing of both dry and wet land. For plowing virgin lands, experienced farmers are advised to remove extreme mills from this cultivator. Many people recommend hilling potatoes without extension cords, at the smallest width.
Overview of the cultivator Pubrt Prima 55HC2
This modification is intended for processing areas of 60-80 acres. The engine is powered by a Honda GX engine with a capacity of 5.5 l / s. The tank volume of the Pubert Prima 55HC2 gasoline cultivator is 2 liters. This model weighs 58 kg. It comes with 8 milling cutters. The 55HC2 motor cultivator is a bit cheaper than the more powerful 65B D2.
Cultivator reviews Pubert Prima 55HC2
The opinion of summer residents about this equipment was actually very good. Plowing the land with its use, according to many gardeners, is convenient. Also, the advantages of these cultivators, most farmers attribute a very long service life. In the domestic market, Pubert models appeared a long time ago. And for many summer residents they have been working smoothly for 5-8 years. But this equipment has a rather serious drawback. The drive belt for the Pubert Primo cultivator , like some other models of this manufacturer, will be very difficult to find if necessary.
Cultivator Pubert MB FUN
The modifications of Primo cultivators described above are characterized by high power and wide functionality. However, the equipment of this series is quite expensive. And afford it, of course, not all summer residents. If desired, the owner of the suburban area can purchase less powerful, but also cheaper equipment from the French manufacturer Pubert.
For example, owners of cottages can pay attention to the cultivator Pubert MB FUN. The Honda GCV engine with a capacity of 4.5 l / s is installed on this model. The fuel tank capacity of the MB FUN cultivator is 1.1 liters. This model is worth 30 thousand rubles.
Reviews for the model Pubert MB FUN
Gardeners have a good opinion of this cultivator. The model starts up quickly and it is convenient to work on the field using it. However, according to summer residents, this cultivator has one rather serious drawback - the unsuccessful design of the gearbox. In cultivators of this modification, the gear is often cut. At the same time, repair kits for them are very expensive.