What you need to know about the Bars motorized towing vehicle

Russian snowmobiles

This article is intended for people who lead an active lifestyle and are not used to spending weekends in bed.

Man, at all times, has walked hand in hand with nature: he has sung its beauty and taken advantage of its gifts.

Our unity with the environment brings pleasure not only on a hot day, but also on a frosty morning.

Not everyone will like heavy snowfall or piercing wind, but if you are happy to exchange a warm blanket for rubber boots, then this article will definitely interest you!

Fishing and hunting have long been the destination of men, but this does not mean that there is no room for progress in this area. One of its fruits is a motorized towing vehicle.

Main purpose

This type of transport arose in the North, in conditions of “impassable” snow. The lack of a road as such greatly hampered human movement in such regions.

Of course, there were snowmobiles, but the excessively high price and complexity of the design, which complicated the repair of the mechanism, plus the lack of assortment (at that time only one model was produced) prompted the Russian designer Anatoly Vasilyevich Fomichev to create a “mini-snowmobile.”

The first prototype consisted of a Ural chainsaw motor mounted on a sled frame.

Such a structure had to be operated by a person on skis. Later, the model was improved by adding a trailed sled. The first consumers of the invention were huntsmen .

In fact, “iron dogs,” as they are called (the unit is similar to a dog sled), are used not only by extreme recreation enthusiasts.

Due to their high cross-country ability, they are widely used in regions with high snow cover and sandy terrain.

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Self-repair? is it that simple?

If you have repaired motorcycle equipment at least once in your life, then the “Bars” motorized towing vehicle? won't cause you any problems. It has parts similar to those of motorcycles, snowmobiles and other similar vehicles. So, you can fix the following breakdowns with your own hands:

• break in the chain from the engine to the chassis;
• track failure;
• failure of the automatic clutch;
• control failure.

Numerous other minor breakdowns that can overtake the “Bars” motorized towing vehicle can also be repaired independently. Fortunately, finding spare parts for it is not difficult, and the repair itself does not require special skills or technical education. It's simple! [ads-pc-2]

Specifications

And in our time, they have become the daily transport of many people.
Such a vehicle is capable of carrying one person plus a small load. In essence, it is a small-sized all-terrain vehicle.

The design of the motorized towing vehicle is surprising in its simplicity.

A motor, a caterpillar and a sled - these are all the elements of a structure capable of hauling a load of up to two hundred kilograms. How did the designers achieve such performance? Everything is very simple.

Characteristics of the motorized towing vehicle “Bars Pathfinder”.

Due to its compact size and light weight, the caterpillar, driven by a fairly powerful engine, allows you to reach speeds of up to 50 km/h.

This is due to good grip on the surface, and at the same time, the lightness of the “dog” allows you to move even on loose snow.

Engine

The Bars Pathfinder 9 motorized dog is supplied to the Russian market mainly with an imported Honda engine, which has proven itself to be reliable, resourceful and productive. This unit develops 9 horsepower and runs on AI-92 fuel. You can also fill with 95 gasoline. Air cooling helps ventilate engine components to prevent overheating, and a recoil starter is responsible for smooth starting of the engine at low or high temperatures. With a working volume of 350 cubic meters. see the power plant has decent traction characteristics and consumes 3.7 liters of fuel per hour. The engine works with a Safari variator of its own production.

The average cost of a new motorized towing vehicle Bars Pathfinder 9 on the Russian market is up to 100 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration. A used model can be purchased at a price from 40 to 70 thousand rubles, depending on the location and technical condition of the vehicle.

Approximate price

The wide variety of the model range does not allow us to name a specific price for such a “toy”. The amount ranges from 50 to 110 thousand rubles, depending on the amount of horsepower, engine brand, size and weight of the Barca, track width and other parameters.

This representative of towing vehicles is one of the most “powerful”, but at the same time very maneuverable (with a certain skill and experience).

Due to the good distribution of pressure on the surface, it is designed for driving on snow, sand, grass, swamps, mud, and so on.

The simplicity of the design allows for easy and quick repairs in case of breakdown, even far from settlements. "Pathfinder" easily fits into the trunk of a car. The excellent balance of price/performance/quality parameters makes it an excellent purchase.

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Review

The Bars Pathfinder 9 motorized towing vehicle is very common in the northern regions of Russia. There the car is in its element, because it is capable of overcoming “impassable” snowdrifts, in the absence of roads as such. Pathfinder is designed to facilitate human movement in such regions.

The developers paid special attention to the layout of the motorized dog. It is possible to move in a sitting or standing position - this will require the connection of a drag sled. The handle is adjustable depending on the height of the driver. By adjusting the steering wheel height, the operator will quickly find the ideal position for himself.

Pathfinder 9 is a worthy replacement for more expensive snowmobiles, which are much more complex in design and more expensive to operate. The motorized towing vehicle, of course, is inferior to them in controllability and speed characteristics, but beats them in terms of cross-country ability and ease of maintenance. The Bars Pathfinder 9 model undergoes quick assembly and disassembly. In addition, the vehicle will fit in the trunk of a passenger car. Given its high cross-country ability, the “nine” has proven itself not only among fans of extreme recreation. High cross-country ability makes the equipment universal and suitable for snowy and sandy regions.

It is noteworthy that the Bars 9 Pathfinder has a single-seat configuration and is capable of carrying small cargo. The motorized dog is quite easy to use. If necessary, the transport is capable of dragging about 200 kg of cargo. To do this, it is equipped with a very powerful 9 hp engine, durable tracks and drag sleds - these are the main design elements that support high load capacity. Compact dimensions and low weight allow the machine to be used at relatively high speeds, up to 50 km/h. In this case, the speed does not exceed the permissible threshold, and therefore a driver’s license is not required.

Bars Pathfinder 9 is a representative of motorized towing vehicles, which is one of the most powerful in its price category. It is characterized by high maneuverability with certain dexterity and experience. This model is characterized by good distribution of pressure on the surface, the ability to overcome snow of any density, sand, grass, swamps, mud and other obstacles. Based on this, we can conclude that Pathfinder-9 can drive not only on snow, it can be used at different times of the year. This is facilitated by a versatile chassis with a robust design. A well-tuned suspension and wide track improve stability and prevent rollovers, which is very important from the point of view of driver safety.

Photo gallery

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What breakdowns occur most often?

Since motorized towing vehicles ?Bars? are often used in extreme operating conditions, the occurrence of malfunctions in their main elements? The usual thing. In practice, the following breakdowns most often occur and can be repaired on your own.

Circuit break. To restore integrity, it is necessary to dismantle the damaged link and close the remaining elements. It is recommended that you always carry an extra chain and a set of locks with you in case the damage becomes severe.

Wear of consumables? oil seals, gaskets and other elements in the engine. The only option ? replacement of worn parts. Replacement is not always possible in the field, so it is recommended to regularly maintain the motorized dog and promptly install new spare parts to replace worn ones.

Automatic clutch failure. A serious malfunction that does not require purchasing original spare parts to fix? they can be taken from a Java motorcycle, having previously ground them along the outer diameter to the size of standard motorized towing discs (also ground to a thickness of 2–3 mm). After that, three disks from ?Java? and two from ?Barca? are put in place one after another, starting with “native”. After this, the assembled block is fixed with a pressure disk? The automatic clutch is ready for use again!

Most breakdowns can be repaired immediately after they are detected, under one condition: you have the necessary spare parts and tools with you. What is one of them?

Make sure that you have spare parts and tools with you before each trip:

• spare chains, connecting links and locks;
• suspension springs;
• spark plug;
• spare automatic clutch discs;
• set of rubber rollers;
• set of wrenches and screwdrivers.

It is also recommended to always take with you on a trip all the necessary consumables and spare parts? gaskets, seals, oil, a small canister of fuel. Only by being thoroughly prepared can you protect yourself from trouble in areas far from people.

Is it easy to find spare parts?

Finding spare parts for motorized towing vehicles, including the “Bars” model, will not be difficult. Today you can buy any necessary spare parts both in retail and online stores, which provide a wide range of parts? from cheap consumables to gearboxes and entire engines!

If you don’t want to buy original spare parts, can you take them from other motorcycles? snowmobiles, motorcycles and other similar equipment, as well as from cars. It is thanks to the versatility and wide availability of parts that self-repair of motorized towing vehicles “Bars” is possible. will not be difficult!

Suspension selection

When choosing a motorized dog, pay attention to the suspension. There are four types: slick, roller, pneumatic wheels and spring-loaded slides. Each individual of them has a number of pros and cons, or rather, each suspension is designed for certain types of use. Let's take a closer look.

Slime suspension - works great on loose snow and snow with water. Increased cross-country ability is provided by a larger support area. Also, fuel consumption is significantly lower due to the fact that the slicks prevent snow from entering. The downside is that it must be used in the snow, otherwise the slips will wear out and overheat.

Spring-loaded slides provide greater comfort and are softer.

Roller suspension - unlike slip suspension, the rollers do not overheat and do not need cooling. Therefore, such a motorized towing vehicle can be used in any weather conditions. When driving on a roller suspension in the snow, a lot of snow fills the tracks, therefore, fuel consumption will be higher and the cross-country ability will be lower. On the plus side, this suspension performs well on ice or compacted snow.

Pneumatic wheels - great for swampy areas and use only in the summer season. Very comfortable and soft.

It is also worth considering the expected external conditions. The tug can be used during rescue operations when it is necessary to remove people and things, for expeditions, industrial movement of cargo, household supplies, delivery of luggage over long distances or for servicing hard-to-reach communications.

Owner reviews

• Alexander, Buryatia. The car is not bad - economical and reliable. It can be serviced even in the field - its design is so repairable, for which you only need a basic set of tools. But I'm still upset about this motorized towing vehicle, because it annoys me with minor breakdowns. The car does not bring pleasure from driving, although it is capable of reaching 35 km/h. The device did not impress me in any of the parameters. As for the carrying capacity, it increases to 200 kg if you ride alone with a sled. This is not a record figure. Moreover, if three passengers sit, then it will be impossible to transport so much cargo. Therefore, you have to choose. This is my first device of this kind, and maybe that’s why I’m so critical of it. But I don't care, and I came to the conclusion that I would put my Pathfinder up for sale, and then I would buy a full-fledged snowmobile that is capable of giving the joy of driving, and at the same time has a good carrying capacity.
• Ruslan, Yaroslavl. I'm happy with the car, as you can hardly find a better one for that kind of money. The motorized towing vehicle was bought purely for entertainment, for a walk with friends, children and family. When connecting the sled, you can accommodate three people, and the maximum speed will be 20 km/h - not enough, of course, but you can have fun in the company of people in the fresh air, etc. Breakdowns are another matter. They happen even if you perform a pre-trip inspection. By the way, I do this regularly, because little things always fall off. On the whole, I liked the motorized towing vehicle, because if there are no passengers, you can transport up to 200 kg of cargo, but then it won’t be so much fun - you drive yourself around and admire the snow-white virgin soil. Therefore, it’s better with friends, because after all, the car was bought for fun. The children are happy, they are already asking to drive. The device consumes almost 4 liters per hour. The engine is incredibly noisy and produces vibrations that transfer to the steering column. By the way, the column can be adjusted in height, and you can move both standing and sitting.
• Timur, Saratov. Compact and maneuverable machine, adapted to low and high temperature loads. The cooling works efficiently, as it should in a reliable car. But I was disappointed by the build quality - it seems like a small thing, but it still leaves an unpleasant aftertaste and darkens the overall impression of a good car. I purchased the Leopard Pathfinder 13 specifically for hunting and fishing. The device moves perfectly on a frozen lake, without twitching, slipping or slipping. The directional stability is excellent, and the handling is clear and informative. If only they had heated the handles, then Bars wouldn’t have had a price. But the car is budget, and is made from budget and simple solutions. Repairing it is as easy as disassembling it. By the way, the assembly and disassembly process takes a matter of minutes, and when disassembled, the Bars Pathfinder 13 fits into the trunk of my Niva without any problems.