Motoblock Aurora: Features Of The Country 1400 Multi Shift, Country 1350 And Gardener 750 Models. Which Attachment Is Suitable? Owner Reviews

2024 Author: Beatrice Philips | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-18 12:09

To optimize the workflow, many farmers and owners of agricultural land resort to the use of various auxiliary equipment. Among this list, walk-behind tractors stand out, the main feature of which is considered to be multifunctionality. The most popular and affordable equipment in this line is considered to be products manufactured by the Chinese brand Aurora, which has earned a positive reputation in the Russian market.

Peculiarities

The equipment produced by the Aurora trademark is quite in demand in terms of auxiliary equipment for private agriculture, not only abroad, but also among farmers in the countries of the former USSR. China is engaged in the production and assembly of multifunctional units. Thanks to the products manufactured by this concern, many owners of farms and vegetable gardens with a large area have become available to various models of useful walk-behind tractors of different capacities and configurations. A feature of many models of Aurora walk-behind tractors is the ability to additionally equip equipment with a blade , thanks to which the unit becomes similar in functionality to an agricultural mini-harvester.

The products of the Chinese brand stand out in that both gasoline and diesel units are offered to the consumer ., in addition, the models are divided into two classes: heavy equipment and light walk-behind tractors. The manufacturer positions the latest devices as machines for working with pliable and soft soil, heavy walk-behind tractors are successfully operated on virgin soil, and the equipment also copes with cleaning the area from snow, performs the functions of a mower, a traction unit for transporting goods. However, all these tasks are feasible, provided that the motoblocks are additionally equipped with attachments.

Advantages and disadvantages

Chinese walk-behind tractors have positive and negative characteristics that should be considered before purchasing. The advantages of the Aurora technique include the following qualities of devices.

• The offered walk-behind tractors belong to the category of agricultural machines with an average and quite affordable cost, in light of which the units can compete even with French devices.
• The model range of Chinese motoblocks consists of machines of various technical capabilities, which can be used for one or several tasks in the course of work with vegetable gardens and other areas of subsidiary plots.

• Spare parts and components for products are readily available, so they can be purchased at any specialized department or store.
• Motoblocks Aurora stand out for their ease of assembly and convenience in subsequent maintenance, in addition, they are quite simple to operate.
• The devices can be used and additionally equipped with a large number of different equipment, in light of which Chinese cultivators are considered multifunctional.
• All products comply with international quality standards.

Despite the large number of advantages of the devices under consideration, these products have some disadvantages

• The weakest point of Chinese units is the engine and gearbox, which can be quite problematic to start.
• Also, often the components of the moving parts of devices that are made not of metal, but of plastic, come into disrepair. Such elements reduce the cost of motoblocks.

Models and their characteristics

The assortment of Aurora walk-behind tractors in the Russian and foreign markets is represented by a large variety of models, the most popular are presented below.

Aurora 1000 Country

The unit operates with a four-stroke engine, gasoline is used as fuel. The weight of the walk-behind tractor is 73 kilograms, with a power of 7 liters. sec., with a fuel compartment volume of 3, 6 liters. The device has a cooling system, as well as 2 reverse and 3 forward gears of speed. The walk-behind tractor has headlights, as well as the function of adjusting the level of the handle, which increases comfort during operation.

Aurora Country 1350 Advance

This model belongs to the category of heavy equipment, since the mass of the walk-behind tractor is about 140 kilograms. The device operates on a four-stroke gasoline engine, the power of which is 14 liters. with. The unit emits a fairly capacious fuel tank, which is 6.5 liters. The walk-behind tractor works at two forward and one reverse gears.

Aurora 1050 Advance

The unit runs on gasoline, the engine power is 9 liters. with. The mass of the walk-behind tractor is 90 kilograms. The device can function in conjunction with various attachments, the engine is started manually.

Aurora Gardener 750

This model stands out for its compactness and ergonomics. The walk-behind tractor is equipped with a reverse function; there are several options for the location of the control handle on the mechanism. The engine runs on gasoline, the power of the unit is 7 liters. with.

Aurora Country 1400 Multi Shift

A model from the class of heavy motoblocks, the weight of the device is 160 kilograms. The products are distinguished by an engine power of 13 liters. with., which has a positive effect on the productivity of the machine. The machine, like its counterpart Aurora 900 Multi Shift, is equipped with additional protection against plants.

Equipment

The device is a mobile mechanism that carries out its work, as well as the work of all moving parts using an internal combustion engine. Various types of mowers, plows, brushes, shovels are used as external components. The equipment varies depending on the type of unit: the heavy class of machines, as a rule, has a wheeled plow in the basic configuration, light models of walk-behind tractors are sold together with a milling-type cultivator.

Optional equipment

Manufacturers offer owners of Chinese devices to expand the functionality of the purchased models with the help of attachments. Most of the additional tools presented can be used in conjunction with any Aurora walk-behind tractors, however, there are weight restrictions on some options. This applies to heavy implements for work, such as trailers, snow blowers or motorized carts, which can only be operated with implements with a capacity of at least 7 hp. with.

The range of attachments for Aurora walk-behind tractors includes the following accessories

• Plow . Based on the model range to which the walk-behind tractor belongs, the device can be used in conjunction with a single-body or double-body plow. There are also classic or turning parts.
• Snow blower . For motoblocks, the manufacturer suggests purchasing snow plows, which are additionally equipped with a belt drive.
• Equipment for planting and harvesting potatoes . The light class of motoblocks can be equipped with single-row potato planters; equipment with a larger capacity is offered for heavy equipment.

• Cart for transporting goods . This accessory can be standard or larger, capable of carrying more than 120 kilograms. Also, the units can work in conjunction with motor carts in accordance with the technical characteristics of the models.
• Mower . This equipment can be of various dimensions, however, the mower can be used with all Aurora walk-behind tractors without exception.
• Grousers . This class of components differs based on the size range, which is selected individually for each device model. The instructions for walk-behind tractors contain information regarding compatibility and the possibility of adhesion with one or another version of the lug.

Operation and care

Each model of the walk-behind tractor contains instructions in the basic configuration. This document will greatly facilitate the issue of operation, therefore it must be read. After purchasing the device, he will need a run-in. For the first time, you can start the car directly on the site or in the garage. The optimal duration of the initial run-in should not be more than 20 hours, while the devices should operate at 2/3 of their power. Then, in order to overclock all systems, walk-behind tractors should be operated at their maximum performance, using, if possible, for transporting loads with carts to them, as well as during the cultivation of difficult soil.

It is best to purchase A-95 or A-92 gasoline in its pure form, without impurities, for refueling gasoline units . As for diesel models, you can take any brand of fuel for their operation. To avoid damage to devices, the oil must be selected in accordance with the season outside the window. To improve the performance of motoblocks in the summer, it is better to give preference to mineral compositions, and in winter to use synthetic substances. An oil change should be carried out once a season or as soon as the entire volume is used up, it may be necessary to adjust the throttle valve.

Selection Tips

To choose the right walk-behind tractor from the presented series of Chinese devices, the following recommendations should be taken into account.

• The primary task is considered to be a clear definition of the functions that this or that walk-behind tractor should perform, as well as the designation of the area of the site that will need to be processed. The configuration, as well as the power of the device itself, will directly depend on this moment. For difficult-to-pass soils, it is worth giving preference to heavy equipment, which will have good adhesion to the ground. For repeatedly cultivated lands, you can opt for the class of lightweight Aurora walk-behind tractors.
• As for the range of tasks, this fact will also affect the selection of additional attachments, as well as the options for its adhesion to the walk-behind tractor.

The modern assortment of Aurora walk-behind tractors is represented by gasoline and diesel units, therefore, during the selection, emphasis should be placed on this issue. As a rule, the gasoline type of devices will cost several times less, this pattern is due to the peculiarities of the device of its engine. In addition, walk-behind tractors, where gasoline is used as fuel, are easier to maintain during operation. As for diesel cars, during their use in operation, you can significantly save on fuel consumption, since it will be cheaper, in addition, the consumption itself will be lower. A striking example is the Aurora 105-E walk-behind tractor

An important issue in the active operation of equipment is the moment when the engine cooling system is available. Gasoline units work with an air version, and diesel motoblocks can be additionally equipped with a water type of cooling. The presence of an additional system is especially important for the class of heavy equipment, for example, Aurora 81DE or Aurora MT-101D

Reviews

Since Aurora walk-behind tractors are quite actively used in private agriculture, a lot of various responses have developed about the model range of devices. Most of the reviews left relate to the high functionality of the devices, as well as the minimum breakdowns during the operation of both heavy and light equipment. Among the shortcomings, the owners of motoblocks note a rather tangible vibration during operation, as well as a high noise level.