How to choose?
In order to make the right choice regarding a garden shredder, you should take into account the following nuances:
- trademark;
- working area area;
- type of engine and cutting mechanism.
The equipment must meet several requirements.
It is important that the shredder is convenient to use, so you should pay attention not to the ergonomics of the case, dimensions and weight of the device.
The fundamental point in the selection of equipment is the availability of reliable shock-absorbing wheels. Oversized wheels will increase the mobility of the equipment and also prevent it from sinking into the ground.
The device must have high performance in terms of noise reduction
The norm for garden shredders is a threshold of up to 84 dB.
The cutting mechanism deserves special attention
All knives in the system must be made of high quality and durable metal.
Chopper selection rules
Before you go to the store to buy a chopper, you need to immediately understand that garden shredders are used purely for processing branches and thick tops like corn or sunflower. And it will not work to process a huge amount of grass with such a device - the knives of the apparatus will simply clog, and then they will become dull.
The soil from the roots of plants also harms them. Therefore, you cannot buy a garden shredder for processing only grass, because it can be quickly processed using a lawn mower, or a trimmer with a line.
Also, when choosing a unit, you need to carefully study its technical characteristics:
- Power consumption and maximum diameter of the processed branches;
- Operating mode - autonomous or periodic;
- Availability of spare parts - blades, knives, etc.
Moreover, it is worth considering the following factors:
- The larger the waste collection tank, the better. The best option is from 40 liters;
- Each shredder has a built-in "pusher" for safety reasons, it should always be used;
- Choppers use different waste cutting systems: turbine shaft, gear cutter, cutter, etc. Knife options are the simplest and most convenient, since the knife can be replaced or sharpened when dull, or simply turned over to the other side;
- The maximum diameters of the branches, which are prescribed in the passport for the device, refer only to soft trees: bird cherry, aspen, linden, etc. If the device will grind bushes, then it is worth choosing a model with a 1-2 cm lower throughput.
Much also depends on where exactly the device will be used. If on a well-maintained, small in area, section of a country house, and the volume of waste will be small, then it is worth looking towards electrical options.
In the case when the shredder will be used in the old area, and with its help it is planned to remove old dry branches, but there is simply no electricity, then choose gasoline shredders.
Following these simple tips, you can easily pick up a chopper for your site, and quickly recycle the garbage, and then use it as fertilizer for your garden.
Rating of gasoline garden shredders
"CHAMPION SC2818"
Manufacturer: USA;
Cost: about 16.5 thousand rubles.
A universal device that weighs about 15 kg. It is used for processing very small branches up to 3 cm in diameter. Suitable for mulching leaves, grass, etc. Has several systems for cutting waste: flat blades and V-shaped knife.
The motor is 4-stroke, with a capacity of 2.5 hp, it can gain 3.6 thousand rpm.At the back has a dockable garbage container. The motor is started with a recoil starter.
Advantages:
- Does not require an electrical connection;
- Has several types of knives for recycling;
- It weighs very little, it is convenient to transport it;
- Consumes only 500 g of fuel in 60 minutes;
- It has a simple design.
Disadvantages:
- It can only work with small branches;
- In the process of work, you will have to deal with flammable substances - fuel, oils, etc.;
- After processing, the waste will have to be sorted;
- Used only by amateur gardeners, not suitable for long-term professional processing;
- Needs timely maintenance.
"VIKING GB 460 C"
Manufacturer: Austria;
Cost: about 150 thousand rubles.
Professional device weighing 75 kg., Which can handle all types of waste: leaves, branches, grass, etc. The engine is also 4-stroke, 9 hp. - 2.8 thousand rpm Has 2 compartments for loading various types of vegetable waste. The body is made of durable metal.
Advantages:
- A very powerful machine capable of grinding branches up to 7.5 cm in diameter;
- Mobile - with the help of wheels it can be moved around the entire site;
- Regardless of the availability of electricity;
- The body is made of durable metal;
- Versatile for all types of waste.
Disadvantages:
- Waste needs to be sorted;
- Needs systematic maintenance;
- Quite high cost.
"MTD ROVER 464 Q"
Manufacturer: Japan;
Cost: about 77.5 thousand rubles.
Suitable for a wide range of gardening jobs. With its help, you can not only chop the branches, but also collect any "little things" from the site: leaves, grass, etc. The motor of the device is 4-stroke, 8.5 hp. Mounted on a powerful wheelbase for transportation.
There are compartments for loading garbage at the rear and front of the unit. So, branches with a diameter of up to 7.5 cm can be loaded into the front, and the rest, smaller waste, into the rear. Moreover, the rear compartment can be lowered almost horizontally.
The model crushes the leaves using a special combined blade system and a pair of knives. Despite these characteristics, the noise level of this device is small - up to 95 dB.
"Viking GB 370"
Manufacturer: Austria;
Cost: about 75 thousand rubles.
Equipped with a 6.5 hp motor. (4 steps), transmission to the knives - belt, which significantly reduces vibrations during operation. In the process, you will not feel any bumps, shaking, etc.
The device can grind small waste - up to 3.5 cm in diameter. The main plus is the wide waste bin, and the unique Multi-Cut waste recycling system, which can handle all types of vegetable waste.
The main disadvantage of the device is that you will not see a garbage bin with the device as standard, and you will have to buy it separately. It costs about 10-15 thousand rubles.
Rating of the best models
Many well-known manufacturers have in their assortment a variety of garden shredders, however, small companies sometimes surprise with the release of high-quality products. AL-KO EASY CRUSH MH 2800 is a reliable grinder made in Germany. Although its body is made of plastic, all "internals" are aluminum and steel. The device is equipped with a container for collecting the processed material, retraction rollers, as well as protection against motor overloads.
The WOLF-GARTEN SDL 2500 can handle both wood and maize, allowing you to shred a lot of difficult waste. The unit is equipped with a special device that is activated when the knives are jammed.
IKRA MOGATEC EGN 2500 is considered one of the most successful shredders at an affordable cost. The device works with branches, the diameter of which does not exceed 4 centimeters. The processed items are placed in a 50 liter container made of plastic.
PATRIOT PT SB 100E handles bitches up to 10 centimeters in diameter.This extremely powerful device is equipped with 16 knives and is mainly used for professional work.
The WORX WG430E works with line and handles a wide variety of grassy debris with ease. In an hour, it can be used to process up to 12 cubic meters of grass.
Leading manufacturers of wood shredders
The technology of garden shredders has advanced significantly in the combination of different mechanisms, which is especially noticeable in the products of leading manufacturers:
- Bosch. World brand, originally from Germany, operating since 1886. It has over 440 subsidiaries in 140 countries around the world. The products of the famous brand are of high quality. Despite the higher cost compared to competitors, it is purchased for long-term use.
- Makita. A Japanese manufacturer using the most efficient technologies for its products. It has a large line of garden equipment, which is convenient and easy to use.
- AL-CO. A professional manufacturer of garden equipment from Germany, who started working even before the outbreak of World War II. Differs in high quality components, convenient assembly.
- STIGA. The Istria of the Swedish company as a leader in gardening and household appliances began in the 50s of the last century, when, following the garden cart, a vertical motor lawn mower was designed. For 70 years of development, the mass production of garden helpers has grown. Their sales have moved to the markets of other countries of the world.
- PATRIOT. The homeland of the founders of the company is the USA. However, today licensed production is organized in China, which supplies its products to the markets of different countries. Relocation of the main costs to another country made it possible to significantly reduce the price for buyers.
Appointment
In the off-season and at the end of the main gardening work and harvesting, a large number of excess branches and foliage can accumulate in a summer cottage or a small farm. In order to dispose of this garbage as soon as possible, many manufacturers offer special devices to help gardeners and gardeners - shredders that operate from the electrical network.
The device has a special hole at the top through which you can send the accumulated leaves, grass and branches for processing, and as a result get a homogeneous mass. It will be many times easier to dispose of or use for further gardening work. The device operates with a built-in electric motor. Unlike gasoline counterparts, the electric type chopper has a small weight and rather compact dimensions, which greatly facilitates the installation and transportation of the device.
The power of the device will depend on the type of motor installed, but in general, with a good crushing speed, shredders stand out for their high performance indicators. It is worth noting that they reproduce a little noise during operation, and among the assortment of devices presented on the shelves of specialized agricultural equipment stores, you can find units at an affordable cost.
