Pubert JUNIOR 60 S

French engineering in your garden

When you first put the Pubert JUNIOR 60 S to work, you immediately notice the difference between entry-level equipment and machines built by true engineers. There’s no "will it start today?" drama here: the engine fires up reliably, even after sitting in a cold shed all winter. The unit is remarkably lightweight, which is a deciding factor for me—navigating small garden beds or turning at the end of a row doesn’t drain your energy.

Performance and Efficiency

The Subaru-Robin EP17 engine is the heart of this machine, and it’s remarkably forgiving. It isn't picky about fuel quality, though I stick to high-grade gasoline. Fuel consumption is impressive; for a standard 10-15 acre plot, you aren't constantly refueling, as the tank lasts for a full day of productive work. The controls are intuitive, and while you can feel the engine vibration through the handles, it doesn't cause that numb, "tired-hand" feeling common with heavier, cheaper models.

Maintenance and Practicality

• The chain-drive transmission is modular, making it easy to access the internal components for simple repairs.
• The air filter is easily accessible without tools, taking just seconds to clean.
• Portability: the handle folds down, allowing the machine to fit into the trunk of a hatchback or a small utility trailer.

It’s important to remember that this isn't a heavy-duty tractor meant for virgin soil or deep plowing. However, for tilling, preparing seedbeds, and hilling, it’s a precision tool. The steel on the tines stays sharp for a long time, and hitting an occasional stone doesn't cause a mechanical breakdown. In my years of ownership, the most complex repair was a belt replacement, which takes about 15 minutes right in the field.