Snowmobile "Buran": reviews of owners and characteristics

For a long time the snowmobile "Buran" has remained popular. The owners' comments indicate that this is a modern vehicle, which, despite the high cost, is in great demand among buyers. Let's try to understand the main characteristics of these units.

A bit of history

Snowmobiles of this brand please buyers for about 40 years. During this time, the brand has been released several models, which are still very popular. Russian hunters, polar explorers have long appreciated how good and reliable snowmobile "Buran". Reviews of the owners about it are mostly good, besides recently in the territory of our country it was impossible to purchase other models of such means.

The first "Buran" was created as a copy of the Canadian snowmobile back in the late 60s of the XX century. And in North America, such transportation was created for recreation, while in some regions of Russia snowmobiles were needed desperately for everyday use.

A bit about the choice of a snowmobile

When choosing a snowmobile, you should proceed from your requirements for them. These models are excellent for operation in areas where high cross-country traffic is required. Models with a 2-stroke engine are enough for everyday operation. For fishermen and hunters, snowmobiles are the most optimal option not only for maintenance properties, but also for cost.

Features of the models "Buran"

The most important characteristic of the snowmobile "Buran" is a fine running gear. Thanks to the basic rotary ski and powerful caterpillar tracks, the machine easily manages all road problems. A high margin of patency also positively affects the main characteristics of transport, which easily overcomes boulders, ditches, ridges, passes and other hard-to-reach places, which are enough in our country.

Another important characteristic of the snowmobile "Buran" is the ability of the front ski to function as a grader, easily coping with small bushes and trees on the way. An important role is played by the choice of any fuel. Snowmobiles of this brand are designed for work and transportation of goods and belong to the utilitarian class. Thought-out construction serves as a guarantee of effective weight distribution, while the base of the snowmobile remains short. This is convenient for operation in deep snow. Engine snowmobile "Buran" - two-cylinder two-stroke with a working volume of 635 cm ³ and a capacity of 34 hp.

Basic Models

Modern snowmobiles "Buran" are produced in several modifications:

• A - this is the basic model in the line and has a short frame.
• E are models AE and ADE, which have an electric start.
• D - a model of AD and ADE with an extended base.
• 4T and 4TD are equipped with a 4-stroke refurbished engine, are economical and passable.

Snowmobiles "BURANA A"

This is the most popular snowmobile "Buran", reviews of owners about it are found more often. The model is built on a short frame, is simple and unpretentious in operation, is used to transport people and cargo and is indispensable for operation at low temperatures. This "Buran" can easily cope with forest ravines, and with the endless smoothness of the tundra, and deep snow, and ice hummocks.

This snowmobile is equipped with one ski and two caterpillars, due to which it shows excellent cross-country ability with minimal hit of branches and bushes in the chassis of the running gear of the model. Thanks to the cumulative area of caterpillars, minimal ground pressure is ensured, and the only ski perfectly copes with the maneuvers in the wooded area. The frame is modernized - it has a front bevel in the tunnel, which in combination with an increased ground clearance ensures comfortable movement through deep snow. This model is the most affordable snowmobile "Buran". The owners' comments mark this indicator as one of the most important. Buy it can be within 100 000 rubles.

"BURAN AE" is another basic model in the range of vehicles of this brand. This modification is equipped with an electric start and two tracks, so that it can successfully cope with any road conditions.

"Buran AD and ADE"

About snowmobile "Buran" long-bodied reviews say that thanks to the elongated frame the area of the bearing surface has become larger, and therefore the patency has become higher. This is especially important when operating a snowmobile in loose and deep snow. In terms of equipment, the model has nothing new:

1. 2-cylinder 2-stroke engine.
2. The volume is 635 cm ³ .
3. Power - 38 hp

Thanks to the extension of the base, Buran AD received a cargo area. The complete set includes a coupling device capable of towing a trailer weighing up to 500 kg. The standard kit includes a swivel spotlight that illuminates areas of the terrain without light.

About such a model as a snowmobile "Buran ADE", the reviews are interesting. For example, it is noted that the machine shows excellent cross-country ability and long-term operation without breakages. On the other hand, it is often necessary to change the circuit, which is not very convenient, in addition, the engine is too noisy. From a technical point of view, this model has an elongated frame, electric start, cargo area and a turntable.

"Buran 4T / 4D"

The distinctive features of this model include the following:

1. Economical consumption of fuel.
2. 4-stroke engine, the power of which has become higher.
3. Excellent traction.

This snowmobile "Buran 4T" reviews owners received good, thanks to competent equipment. The model is good with the updated carbureted engine of higher power, while the manufacturers have reduced the level of fuel consumption. The exhaust system also became different - with a modified branch pipe and a silencer transferred to the snowmobile frame. There is a two-speed transmission that allows you to select the optimal driving mode.

Reviews about the snowmobile "Buran 4T" note the convenience of servicing the model: the special design of the hood has a flap base, so that it's easy to maintain the engine compartment. Under the seat there is a capacious luggage compartment, which is also noted by many owners of the Burana 4T. Another innovation - the right steering wheel is equipped with an elongated plastic lever, supplying gas. It has heating, which increases the comfort of the control model.

Apparently, the snowmobile "Buran 4T" is very functional and thoughtful. The owners' reviews do not accidentally accent attention not only on the passability, but also on the maximum usability of the models.

Scope of application

"Buran 4T / 4D" is a unique snowmobile, which can be used in almost the most extreme conditions. Despite its compact dimensions and dimensions, it shows excellent performance properties. And because of this we are especially fond of hunters and fishermen-lovers of winter fishing. Many were eagerly waiting for the updated snowmobile "Buran 4T / 4TD" to come out. Reviews said that in the new model will be installed a better engine, and the machine itself will be more durable and more economical.

The cost of the model is up to 250 000 rubles, which is also noted by many buyers. For vehicles of similar orientation, this is considered an affordable price.

What do test drives show?

It is noteworthy, but today you can perform testing of any car. We also paid attention to the snowmobile "Buran" 4-stroke: expert reviews showed that for use in hunting and fishing, such models are simply irreplaceable. In the reviews of the model it is noted that the snowmobiles of this brand appeared in our country first and immediately became popular among hunters, due to reliability and ease of operation. The presence of two caterpillars helped many, since in the event of a breakdown of one of them to the house it was possible to reach the second. Another convenient design solution - located in the middle of the bow of the ski case: it allows you to easily overcome areas with small trees.

Features of operation

The snowmobiles are started from a manual starter, and the skis are equipped with a spring suspension. The fuel for all models is gasoline with an octane rating of at least 76. The snowmobile moves by transferring the torque from the crankshaft to the running gear shaft. At the same time, it is possible to change the speed of the machine by changing the gear ratio of the variator under any road conditions.

Arrangement of engine and chassis

Snowmobile "Buran" is equipped with a 2-or 4-stroke engine. It is attached to the frame on four sides, and to reduce vibration - rubber shock absorbers are installed. The distance between the variator pulleys is regulated by moving the motor. When using a snowmobile, you need to constantly check the fastening nuts, their relaxation leads to the fact that the engine can move, and the variator belt quickly fails.

The undercarriage and transmission of these machines consists of a caterpillar engine, supporting-rotary skis, a V-belt variator and a reverse gear box with a chain transmission. A convenient two-seater folding seat opens wide possibilities for using it as a luggage compartment.

Appearance and materials

To create a windscreen used rigid organic glass, which is considered a disadvantage for these machines. As a rule, the glass is cracking already on the first trip, so there's really little use from it. Most often, this result leads to trees bent under the weight of snow. Ideally, such machines should be equipped with a glass of plastic material, which would be characterized by elasticity, flexibility and resistance to external influences.

In the reviews it is noted that the early modifications of the Buran have one drawback: when moving backwards, the snowmobile's ski sticks into the snow and rises vertically. The danger is that the ski and does not detach from the suspension, and to mount it back, you will have to arm yourself with a welding machine. This distinguishes the very first models, and the modern snowmobile "Buran 4TD" reviews are good, thanks to the fact that many defects have been resolved. So, in more advanced models of snowmobiles, this problem was solved by installing a rubber triangular buffer, which prevents the ski from rising vertically.

Design features of the Buran

Caterpillars of snowmobiles are made of woven rubber, which is additionally reinforced with molded fiberglass rods. Two caterpillars provide excellent throughput, while achieving a large traction effort, which makes it easy to haul cargo. The engines are adapted to gas condensate and gasoline, they can be additionally equipped with an electric starter.

The frame for snowmobiles is made of steel, and in the modification "Buran AD" it is equipped with a large trunk. Fiberglass hood is reliable and durable, some complete sets are equipped with search lamps. Thanks to the translucent gasoline tank made of polyethylene, it is possible to visually track the state of the fuel in it.

The double seat of the snowmobile is made of expanded polypropylene and is covered with artificial leather. Under the seat there is a spacious trunk. The transmission is equipped with a variator, a transmission with a chain drive, rear and neutral gears, which can be manually switched on. Front suspension spring type, so that the machine easily copes with any off-road.

The running gear is a caterpillar caterpillar suspension, which has twin balancers. It is possible to adjust the tension of the caterpillar. An important feature of the running gear is the use of a snowmobile even without snow.