The largest and heaviest snowmobile from Rybinsk “Taiga Bars 850”

The Taiga Bars 850 snowmobile has been produced by Russian Mechanics OJSC since 2010. This model is a modified version of the SWT Patrol, which was created under government order for Russian border guards and military personnel. The manufacturer has simplified the snowmobile, making its operation more understandable. Changes also affected the engine - Barca installed a German MPE 850 NA instead of a Chinese unit. The fuel tank has increased in size, so that without refueling, with a fuel consumption of 15-17 liters, you can travel over 300 km (the distance from Ufa to Naberezhnye Chelny, for example).

Design and equipment

In order to increase reliability and functionality, the Taiga 850 Bars is equipped with a reinforced gearbox. Because of it, the snowmobile becomes universal and can be used both for regular recreational driving and for towing various loads. You can drive the car either sitting or standing, since in both positions a person will be as comfortable as possible, which is due to the optimal height of the steering wheel.

The telescopic front suspension has a linkage system, which helps dampen various vibrations when driving on uneven surfaces. The high cross-country ability of the Bars is due to the wide 600-mm SWT (Super Wide Track) caterpillar track, which is supplied by NPO Composite. The skis are also quite large. They are manufactured by the famous company Camoplast.

The snow car is equipped with a comfortable double seat, a removable backrest, passenger handles, and a new modern dashboard. The design of the Taiga 850 Bars is restrained and even a little harsh.

If we talk about the disadvantages that owners often write about in reviews, it is worth noting the massiveness of the rear part of the structure. Because of this, the snowmobile is prone to skidding when braking. To prevent it, the driver has to stand up, pressing on the front with his weight.

Owner reviews

1. Over the entire period of use, the snowmobile performed well; of course, various breakdowns occurred, but, as a rule, they were minor. Spare parts for snowmobiles are quite affordable. It has already covered more than 1,300 kilometers and the snowmobile has never let us down. I've driven it long distances many times. Overall, this model turned out to be very reliable.
2. I especially liked the cross-country ability and dynamics of the snowmobile. The engine pulls great even with a load. After the run-in, some problems appeared with the variator, namely excess noise, but after it was repaired, everything was fixed. Compared to the previous model, the Taiga 850 Bars came out much better in almost all respects, but that’s just my opinion. The snowmobile passed the run-in without any complaints and continues to serve reliably, although time will tell.
3. I have ridden this snowmobile for two winters already and during all this time I have not noticed any significant problems. Basically, there were only positive emotions from the snowmobile. Firstly, this model can be called an alternative to the long Buran, because it has the same qualities, and some are even better. Secondly, the car accelerates very quickly and pulls vigorously, even with a sleigh loaded with firewood. Now we have covered approximately 532 kilometers and the only thing I didn’t like was that the fuel consumption was too high for every hundred. Otherwise, I am completely satisfied with the snowmobile.

Specifications

Appearance

Cooling system . The engine has an improved cooling system. This will allow you to use it in different weather conditions.

Release . The use of additional layers of thermal insulation in the exhaust system enabled the manufacturer to avoid overheating in the engine compartment.

Electronic accelerator . The new electronic throttle trigger allows for optimal dosing of fuel injection, preventing jerking and jerky engine operation.

This has a positive effect on the operating life and reliability of the power unit throughout its operation.

The system operates surprisingly smoothly, without jerking, providing a smooth acceleration due to the tuned operation of the trigger and electronic throttle valve.

Brakes . A snowmobile reaches a staggering 120 km/h, so the brakes must be very reliable and effective. The snowmobile has a hydraulic brake system with liquid cooling.

The gearbox is reinforced and has high traction capacity.

This is a CVT with high, low, reverse and neutral gears. The safety margin of the box is calculated with a margin.

Pendant . The new SWT base provides great opportunities to overcome various snow obstacles. It was developed taking into account suggestions and feedback from customers of previous series of snowmobiles.

In front there is a telescopic energy-intensive suspension. A linkage rear suspension with two horizontally positioned and adjustable shock absorbers effectively dampens vibrations that occur while driving.

In addition, the stiffness of the suspension can be adjusted depending on the weight of the cargo being transported and the presence of a passenger. This makes it possible to move as smoothly and comfortably as possible in various conditions.

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Engine

The Bars 850 snowmobile is equipped with a four-stroke power unit of the MPE-850NA brand, which is a development of the German manufacturer WEBER. The engine block contains two cylinders, each with a diameter of 89 mm. The piston stroke is 68 mm. The total working volume is 846 cubic meters. The rated output power reaches 58.84 kW (80 horsepower). Liquid cooling system.

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Operation and repair manual

In general, the Bars 850 has received positive reviews from owners on the forums. If we talk about the disadvantages, then buyers note the high price (traditionally for Russians) and the heavy rear part of the snowmobile, which has a bad effect on handling when climbing a steep hill.

Electrical diagram Taiga Bars 850

The snowmobile wiring diagram will help if the instrument panel does not light up, you don’t know how to connect the terminals or connect the generator. To view the full wiring diagram, click on the image.

Refinement of the cooling system

During trial operation of the Bars 850 snowmobile on a new studded track with a lug of 30 mm, after a hundred kilometers the snow radiator was rubbed by the studs, which required unscheduled repairs. A new radiator was purchased, but before installation on the snowmobile, some modifications to the cooling system were made, because when operating the “Bars” snowmobile on groomed trails or in mountainous areas at low speed, an increase in the antifreeze temperature to critical values ​​was noted.

A visual inspection of the new radiator (the old one is no different) in the front part of the radiator channels revealed the presence of deposits of welding material, which significantly block the flow of liquid.

Fittings with a diameter of 24 mm are smaller than the internal diameter of the supply hoses (25-26mm), so new fittings were made, with a diameter of 27 mm (probably it is necessary to make them with a diameter of 26 mm, but what has been done...). The old fittings were cut off, welding defects were cleaned, and new fittings were welded. In the rear part of the radiator there is a channel for the flow of coolant, but its cross-section, especially taking into account welding defects and the rectangular cross-section in plan, does not correspond to the throughput of the radiator channels. The rear edge of the radiator is cut off, the internal partition between the channels is cut by 80 mm.

It is difficult to rotate the channel in a circle, so the corners are cut at 45º C. Spacer plates are installed along the edge of the channel (a wire model is shown in the photo), which prevents the channel cross-section from being reduced due to welding sink marks in the material and eliminates internal weld defects that create resistance fluid flow.

The old radiator was modified and decided to be installed next to the main one. The second radiator additionally reduces the resistance to antifreeze flow and acts as a limiter, which prevents the track from pressing against the frame tunnel on the left and rubbing the side surface of the frame with its lugs.

The expansion tank is installed in aluminum, because it is easier to attach to it an additional fitting for the drainage pipe from the “air” radiator and a fitting of a smaller diameter to the intermediate pipe. In the event of damage to the “snow radiators,” it became possible to emergency restore the cooling system using one tube.

Revision results

• On a test run on fresh snow about 15 cm thick at an ambient temperature of -5 to -1º C, bright sun, the total thickness of the snow cover is about 60-80 cm, when driving through a snow-covered field at a speed of about 40 km/h in second gear antifreeze temperature 80-82º C.
• Winding uphill movement with a height difference of about 150 m at a distance of less than 1.5 km along your trail at a speed of about 8-15 km/h, first gear, the temperature gradually rose to 87-88º C, a similar movement on a snow-covered “buranica” - not above 82-84º C.
• Uniform movement at a speed of about 40-50 km/h along a snow-covered “buranica” three kilometers long with a decrease of fifty meters - temperature 77-79º C.
• Driving along a snow-covered “buranica” uphill, about a kilometer long with an increase of fifty to seventy meters – temperature 79-81º C.
• When driving on a compacted road in first gear at a speed of less than ten kilometers per hour (test mileage is about eight kilometers), the temperature rises and remains about 91-93º C, the “air” radiator fan works almost constantly, but if you increase the speed, or switch to higher gear – the temperature decreases.

About the manufacturer Composite

(official full name - CJSC NPO "Composite") specializes in the manufacture of tracks for snowmobiles. Its products have a good quality-price ratio, so it is not surprising that they are very popular among owners of this type of transport.

She also contacts the population of the northern regions, conducting surveys to find out their opinion on the performance of certain products on the market.

The name of the company itself accurately reflects the essence of its products - after all, the company uses the latest composite materials in the production of tracks. Together with the results of ongoing research, this allows us to achieve many important goals:

• the products are economical, their use can reduce fuel costs by 5-10%;
• manufactured caterpillars are lightweight;
• they have high elasticity, and this increases their performance characteristics;
• the tensile strength of the tracks increases;
• the effort required to move away becomes minimal.

Among its products you can find tracks for all popular models of the world's leading manufacturers:

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Polaris;

• Lynx;
• Ski-Doo;
• BRP.

A wide range of tracks for domestic products is also available, producing tracks for snowmobiles from companies such as:

• Buran;
• Russian mechanics;
• Taiga;
• Varyag 550;
• Tiksi;

• Lynx;
• Ermak;
• Dingo;
• Stels.

Taiga Bars 850: price and where to buy a snowmobile

The new Taiga Bars in the manufacturer’s official store costs 439,000 rubles . The company offers free delivery throughout the Moscow and Yaroslavl region. You can rent a snowmobile in installments for a year, the first payment is 20% of the original price. Regional dealers sell the snowmobile at a higher price - 442,000 ... 445,000 rubles . A used vehicle, but in good condition, costs on Avito from 360,000 rubles. for a used car.

Prices for spare parts for Bars 850

Estimated cost

The price of such a snowmobile starts at 439,000 rubles. The basic package includes an electronic instrument panel. There is an opportunity to take advantage of a favorable loan.

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Self-assembly

A snowmobile is an excellent option for active winter recreation. But their prices are rising rapidly. If you are deprived of ingenuity and engineering abilities, then it will not be difficult for you to make your own snowmobile. Before you start drawing up drawings, think carefully about what you would construct your equipment from.

The main part of your car is the engine. The best option would be a walk-behind tractor. Why him? First, in the winter, and this rather powerful engine that sits idle in your barn. And when spring comes and the snow melts, he can safely remove the walk-behind tractor and continue to use it for its main purposes. Assembly Needs: Pipe bender, welding, additional parts purchased at the store.

So, let's start assembling. Our device will consist of two main parts: the driven part and the driving part. The driven part is the steering wheel and shock absorbers. Drive frame, drive, power frame. Now we need to determine which parts we will make ourselves and which ones we will buy in the store. You can make the frame yourself from a metal pipe and shape it using a pipe bender. All parts are attached to the frame using a welding machine.

And to the finished frame, we weld a bracket for the engine, steering wheel, skis and seat. Our snowmobile will be tracked, which will allow our vehicle to have strong grip on the road and high maneuverability. We will also make the caterpillar ourselves, having imagination, water pipes and a conveyor belt.

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The story with Yarullin could have been prevented by offering him a long contract in previous years

But, perhaps, the main omission of the manager not only this off-season, but, perhaps, his entire career at the Kazan club in his current status is the departure of Albert Yarullin to the Traktor camp.

Yes, we can assume that Albert behaved as Yakubov himself describes, as if the defender took time to think and then abruptly signed a contract with Traktor. One can also take into account the version that the defender had a family tragedy, because of which he wants to leave Kazan and change the situation.

It is quite possible that Albert had a conversation with his long-time friend Emil Garipov, who had previously moved to Chelyabinsk. Surely the fact that the “old guard” of the former Ak Bars, which won the Gagarin Cup in 2021, is gathering in “Traktor” also played a role. In addition to Garipov, Vladimir Tkachev and Alexey Potapov have already signed with Traktor, and Nikita Yazkov is also already playing. All this fits neatly into the logic of events.

On the other hand, we remember how Yakubov’s versions of events differ from the versions of the hockey players themselves. Let's remember the recent story, how at the final press conference the functionary stated that he had negotiated with the same Garipov, but he did not want to return. Emil himself later denied that such negotiations took place at all.

Yarullin directly stated last summer that he would like a five-year contract at Ak Bars, but Yakubov only gave him a one-year contract. Photo ak-bars.ru

According to some information, Yarullin was not satisfied with the too short contract, and at Traktor they gave him three years at once. Nothing prevented Yakubov from signing a long-term agreement with the defender in previous seasons, so that this would not suddenly happen this year. And annual one-year deals are not the best solution for your best, homegrown defenseman. In the end, Yarullin directly stated last summer that he would like a five-year contract at Ak Bars, but Yakubov only gave him a one-year contract. If he had a contract for at least three years, this situation would not have happened and the general manager would not have to watch the players crumble like sand through their fingers.

In the end, the “conditional” Mikhail Fisenko, Nikita Dynyak or Roman Rukavishnikov received two-year contracts, while his Yarullin received one-year ones. No matter how hard you try, you cannot understand the logic of such decisions.

There is a suspicion that the truth is somewhere in the middle. It would be wrong to blame this transition entirely on Rafik Yakubov, but it is still worth noting that this is another loss of Ak Bars from its own players, who have always declared their love for their native club.

Meanwhile, Yarullin became the leader of the Kazan defense. Albert progressed every year under Bilyaletdinov, and playing in the championship season together with Andrei Markov gave a powerful impetus to the top level. Today this is one of, and perhaps the most top defender in the Eastern Conference. With all due respect to 35-year-old Alexei Emelin.

The general manager of Ak Bars missed Pavel Poryadin. Photo hcnh.ru

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