Viking cultivator - model overview

The neighbors respectfully call a rural worker with a full farm of cattle and a large allotment "plowman". The Viking cultivator makes work easier by easily performing the most difficult earthwork. All cultivator models are produced at factories in Austria, France and Latvia, have a flawless assembly and the simplest possible maintenance.

The difference between the line of small equipment Viking

Viking cultivators are designed to work on small private estates. The professional class of models has great opportunities. The Viking brand is respected and in demand among Russian users. The policy of the company is contained in the motto - an employee should plow on equipment, but not plow. When creating new models, manufacturers refused to use two-stroke engines with their disadvantages.

All medium and light models are equipped with American Briggs, powerful, the latest models are equipped with Kohler. It is started by an electronic ignition system. Air cooling, there is a filter on the intake pipe.

The transmission of torque in the Viking cultivator is belt-driven; the reducer is worm gear, reversible. Layout allows you to create stability of the model, eliminating rollover on uneven terrain. Vibration absorbers installed between the motor frame and the handle reduce hand fatigue. All rotating parts are fenced, however, the mechanisms can be adjusted manually. Easy installation and well thought-out fastening are provided everywhere.

The prices of the Viking cultivator differ little from domestic models with much greater reliability and functionality. We present some of the most typical examples of equipment from a well-known manufacturer.

Any cultivator in the kit must have a manual for the model. Please read it carefully before starting the engine. You will find a lot of interesting things in it, even if you have used a similar unit before.

Viking motor cultivator models

The Viking 440 cultivator is equipped with a Briggs & Stratton 475 series engine with a capacity of 3.5 liters. with., an easy start system. The unit belongs to a series of light machines used for work in confined spaces. It has compact cutters with a working width of 42 cm. The maximum working depth is 32 cm, adjustable by the opener. The density of the soil is not an obstacle, the cutters will swell the trampled area. Forward and reverse will allow several times to pass over compacted soil, the reverse switch is located on the handle. The handle is height adjustable for easy grip and folds down for transport.

The cutters are equipped with knives with a lifetime guarantee against destruction. Protective cutters are mounted on the edges of the cutting mechanism. A folding wheel is provided for transport in front. The cultivator represents the improved HB 400, and performs the same functions.

The model weighs 39 kg and can be easily transported in the trunk of a car.

The Viking 445 cultivator is available in 2 modifications. The HB 45 and HB 45 R cultivators feature reverse gear in the redesigned model. Users note the smooth entry of the cutters into the ground, because they first deepen, then gain momentum. The handle has three levels of height, so you can easily find a comfortable position. The handle can also be turned off so as not to step on the arable land, and the mechanism will go straight.

The robust body is made of aluminum, the worm shaft is made of special steel, the worm is bronze.How easily the Viking cultivator works is shown in the video:

A variety of trailed implements can be used with this unit. When plowing dense soil, you can hang loads, use a harrow, lugs, hiller and other standard equipment.

Specifications:

• engine - B&S I / C 450 Series (USA);
• total power -3.5, effective - 1.9 liters. from.;
• processing strip width - 25-60 cm:
• reducer - worm gear with belt drive
• plowing depth - 30 cm;
• weight 40 kg;
• price - 35990 rubles.

Viking 540, the cultivator is equipped with a 5.5 hp engine. from. The unit looks powerful and aggressive, but easy to operate. The transport wheels are 20 cm in diameter; they move around the field with cutters. The device is designed to work on a large area with a grip of up to 90 cm. At the same time it has forward and reverse travel and the ability to work with various trailed implements.

The Viking 540 cultivator features an easy start of the powerful B&S 800 OHV series engine with a combustion chamber volume of 205 cm³... The four-stroke engine runs on AI92 and AI95 gasoline. A combined rear and front movement lever is installed on the handle. The chain drive is closed by a removable bolted aluminum housing.

The cutters have a lifetime manufacturer's warranty. The set includes 6 cutters, with knots for easy mounting without additional keys.

The product weighs 56 kg and has a folding handle.

Viking 560, cultivator and heavier models of such equipment use the Kohler Courtage XT6 OHV motor in the configuration. The effective shaft power is 2.4 kW, with a speed of 3000 rpm. At the same time, the resource of equipment increases by 26%. The working width has changed. It is not adjustable and is 60 cm. The front wheel was removed as unnecessary, the unit moves easily on knives. The auxiliary wheels are located behind, closer to the operator. The torque is transmitted through the belt transmission to the reversible gearbox. This is how the movement of the cultivator's working units is changed. The metal case will withstand any stress. With all its might, the unit is lighter than HB 540, weighs 46 kg. A set of attachments will expand the scope of technology. The price of the device from the manufacturer is 38,990 rubles.

The Viking 585 cultivator is also equipped with a new Kohler engine. Powerful machine easily works the fallow land, with a grip of 85 cm. It is important to complete cultivator mounted implements, so that his strength would serve not only during the spring harvest. The entire Viking line is designed for the toughest jobs. The choice is related to the conditions in which the equipment will be used.

The more attachments are included, the more efficiently the unit is used.

Technical specifications:

• effective power - 2.4 kW;
• processing strip width - 85 cm;
• handle adjustment - 3 positions;
• drive - 2 speeds, forward and backward;
• gearbox - worm gear with belt drive;
• plowing depth - 32 cm;
• weight - 49 kg.

The model costs 39,990 rubles.

The Viking 685 cultivator is the most powerful unit supplied from Russia. It is equipped with a new power unit and is adapted to handle large areas. It differs only in power, the plowing width has not increased and the owner has to decide for himself where to use such power.

In conclusion, it is necessary to warn the owners of Viking cultivators about one feature. A vulnerable link in expensive technology is the gearbox. Therefore, even at the stage of purchase, you must ask to disassemble the gearbox, open the lid, and make sure it is dry. In the future, you yourself need to take care of the valve sealing. Store the tool in a dry, heated room, at least the gearbox.

Video about attachments for the Viking cultivator