The working season for gardeners begins in early spring and lasts until late autumn. Agricultural work is considered physically demanding. Therefore, progressive technologies are constantly supplying gardeners with all new modifications of outdated models of garden tools. One such novelty is the shovel rake tool.

Description

Digging up land is key in farming. Gardeners are used to using the rake and shovel separately. Harvesting, cleaning the garden area from fallen leaves, cut grass and fruits require some effort and time. But versatile tools can significantly save time and effort. One of these advanced gardening assistants is the shovel rake. The design of the tool is quite simple - a handle with attachments.

The main advantage of the tool is to increase the speed and productivity of gardening work. Instead of using three tools one at a time in one pass, you can complete all tasks at once. Time savings are evident. This is especially true in large areas, when working in a hurry before the rain.

Rake shovel

Note! When working with a shovel rake, much less effort is spent, a person does not feel tired. Constantly bending over and squatting, injuring the spine and hip joints, is not required. The load when working with a shovel rake is completely redistributed to the legs.

In terms of productivity, hand tools are inferior to a walk-behind tractor or a cultivator. But they are more economical due to the fact that they do not require refueling with oil and fuel, buying spare parts for repair.

In terms of maneuverability when digging in trees and bushes, preparing holes, a rake shovel is inferior to a conventional tool, but surpasses a cultivator and a walk-behind tractor. Another advantage of hybrid shovels is that, when working, they do not damage earthworms, useful soil inhabitants.

How the tool works

Miracle shovel drawings and dimensions

Universal tools have several modifications. The shovel rake consists of fork teeth, a shovel and a stop lever. Pressing the pedal with the foot causes the tines to sink into the ground. Lowering the lever downwards raises the soil layer. Counter teeth break up the soil layer, which prevents it from turning over.

The principle of operation of the rake-shovel

The shovel rake, like any garden tool, is selected for the height and weight of a person. Models with an adjustable handle, comfortable grips should be preferred. For constant transportation of the tool with you, it is better to pay attention to folding models.

There is also a 3 in 1 modification - a rake shovel sifter. Typically, the gardener rakes up foliage and debris with a rake, then uses a shovel to move the debris into a waste bin. Multifunctional tool specially designed for outdoor cleaning. They can carry out the following work:

  • parsing leaves and grass;
  • cleaning gravel paths;
  • cleaning of droppings for pets;
  • cleaning the pool surface from debris.

The design consists of a handle and a nozzle. The material of the nozzle is plastic. Polyurethane has sufficient flexibility and strength at the same time. The nozzle, like a sieve, captures only debris, not gravel or sand. The design of the tool has provided a higher position of the outer teeth of plastic, which allows you to reliably hold debris.

3 in 1 modification - rake shovel sifter

Rake shovel manufacturers

Fan rake

Hybrid instruments have many modifications. Some rake-shovels have long been trusted by gardeners and in greatest demand.

Plowman

The construction of the rake-shovel Plowman is represented by a frame and two counter forks. The working part is attached to the frame with two stops that ensure the mobility of the parts. The teeth are located on the stationary frame. The front stop consists of 2 elements, the back is made in the shape of the letter "T". The device is simple and reliable.

The frame is made of a hollow tube, which gives lightness to the device. The material for the teeth is hardened steel. A wooden handle is used for the Plowman. The weight of the tool is about 4.5 kg.

The principle of operation is based on a system of levers. Loosening of the earth is carried out without turning over. The tool does not use your back to work as the forks are driven into the ground by the weight of your entire body. The pressure not only loosens the soil, but also creates even furrows for sowing. The movement is carried out backwards.

Rake Shovel Plowman

The depth of loosening is from 15 to 23 cm. The width of the cultivated area is up to 43 cm (depending on the width of the working blade). If you remove the loosening part of the tool, you can dig out the tubers. When loosening the soil, the Plowman's tines pull out the entire weed roots so that they can be easily removed from the site.

Mole

The Mole shovel rake is similar in efficiency to a mini hand-held cultivator. This is a set of pitchfork, rake and shovel. The design of the tool is represented by forks, on top of which there is a small harrow. The device allows for loosening without digging. Thanks to this, the top fertile layer remains in place, the soil does not dry out. Like the Plowman, weeds are ripped out entirely, which prevents them from multiplying.

Rake shovel Mole allows you to process an area of ​​up to 3 acres in one hour. The depth of loosening exceeds the parameter of the Plowman and is up to 26 cm. The width of the bed processed in one pass is 55 cm. The process of work is carried out by pressing the handle, while the spine is not loaded. Tool material - tool steel.

Important! In order not to reduce the life of the tool, do not use a shovel rake on rocky, hard, soddy ground.

Rake shovel Mole

Farmer

This is a transforming tool that combines the functionality of 5 different tools:

  • rake;
  • pitchfork;
  • potato diggers;
  • harrows;
  • manure spreader.

The multifunctional unit is equipped with adjusting plates. The required position of the rake-shovel blades is ensured by fixing the working part at different angles with respect to the handle. The depth of tillage is up to 20 cm. The length of the teeth and blades is 25 cm. The height of the tool is 120 cm. The weight is about 3 kg.

Kopalochka

This improved shovel is equipped with a foot pedal and a handle at the end of the handle. The shovel rake is placed on the ground, the pedal is pressed. This causes the bayonet to sink into the soil. By lowering the handle down, you can loosen the ground. The tool has a wide blade to grab a wide area.

Using a shovel Digger

Depending on the model, the width of the blade can be from 50 to 90 cm. The small width is suitable for adolescents, women and the elderly, the maximum - for men of strong build. The weight of the shovel rake increases, depending on the blade width, from 5.3 to 9.5 kg. The optimum loosening depth is 27 cm.

The handle is as comfortable to operate as a bicycle handlebar. The length of the handle is adjustable for the height of the wearer. Due to the wide blade, the Digger is not suitable for digging out tuberous crops.

Easycop

This versatile tool is a modified forks equipped with a steel support and a shackle handle instead of a shank. The teeth of the miracle shovel are immersed in the ground by pressing with your foot on the protrusion provided for this.

The immersion depth is 15 to 25 cm.The width of the treated area is 60 cm, which is equal to three passes with a bayonet shovel. The length of the hardened steel tooth is 25 cm. The weight of the inventory is 6.5 kg. Height - 135 cm. Shovel rakes are not suitable for stony soil due to possible deformation of the forks.

Easycop

Rake assassin

This is a plastic sample of a multi-tool, so it is very lightweight. The Rake Assassin rake shovel is designed for cleaning stones, leaves and fruits, cleaning barns and poultry houses, as well as the pool.

The tool blade has a special toothed structure, the material of which is polypropylene - a plastic of high strength and flexibility. The shank is represented by an aluminum tube. It has an ergonomic "D" shaped plastic handle at the end. Product weight is 794 g, length - 157.5 cm.

Instrument use and care

The most suitable time for a shovel rake is early spring, mid-autumn. For high performance of the tool, it is necessary to work on wet soil. But waterlogging, as well as dryness of the soil, should be avoided.

Garden rake

The ground should be loose. Rocky, hard ground can reduce performance and even damage the tool. The shovel rake must be selected in accordance with the characteristics of the soil in the garden. The teeth and handle must be adapted to the increased load.

Important! After use, the tool is stored under a canopy in a dry place. Before winter storage, the teeth are cleaned and wiped dry all the elements of the inventory. Use machine oil for the metal parts of the shovel rake.

The efficiency of the work also depends on the chosen model of the tool. One part of them is used mainly as a rake, the other is more functional as a shovel and sifter. When buying, you need to pay attention to the quality of the mounts. Fixing screws are responsible for the high quality of fasteners, which are not present in every model.

The efficiency of work also depends on the selected tool model.

The dissatisfied user reviews are due to a lack of dexterity when using the multi-tool for the first time. It will take some time to get used to it and forget about the old ways of working. The most effective work algorithm is to carry out all stages of work at once in a small area. In addition, competing manufacturers can leave negative reviews about the universal tool.

There are many different instrument modifications. Ready-made models of rake-shovels can be purchased in a specialized store or on the Internet. The cost depends on the model and manufacturer. A shovel rake can be purchased for a price from 700 to 3700 rubles. If desired, any craftsman at home can design their own version of a universal model.