Taiga Bars 850 is a popular snowmobile, one of the most popular among the largest and most respectable snowmobiles developed in Russia. The car has been produced domestically since 2010. This device is a platform version of the well-known snowmobile Taiga 550 Patrol SWT. The model under consideration has been improved in all respects, although it has similar design components that are relevant for the Taiga 550 Patrol SWT. The Patrol, in turn, is a high-performance snowmobile. In general, it has balanced characteristics, but at the same time it has some negative aspects, which were eliminated in the newer Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile. In particular, we are talking about the German MPE 850 NA engine, which has proven itself to be more reliable and unpretentious in long-term operation. The motor has improved and more reliable mountings. In addition, the engine has additional space for a cooling system as well as a combined lubrication system. And finally, the new engine has a larger fuel tank.
To increase the reliability and functionality of the machine, the designers decided to modify not only the engine, but also other important components. We are talking about an improved gearbox, which reveals the potential of the power plant much better. The transmission works in such a way as to achieve maximum power output and torque from the internal combustion engine. This feature indicates the ability to operate a snowmobile for normal driving, as well as for extreme conditions in frosty climatic regions, as well as cope with the transportation of goods and even towing vehicles. The machine copes with these tasks perfectly, since it is designed for them.
During the development of the large snowmobile Taiga 850 Bars, designers took into account international standards and norms. In this regard, it was necessary to install a telescopic front suspension. As for the track suspension, it is based on a proven linkage design that is tuned to dampen various vibrations and obstacles. In other words, such a suspension is perfectly adapted to complex road obstacles, rocks and deep snowdrifts, and is also very resistant to breakdowns. This speaks of the unprecedented geometric cross-country ability of the Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile, and this can justify the name of the machine, its dimensions and impressive characteristics. For example, let's look at the wide 600mm Super Wide Track, which is used in powerful professional snowmobiles. It is noteworthy that this caterpillar belt is produced by Russian. The front-mounted skis also have an increased width to maintain directional stability and prevent the car from tipping over when driving on uneven roads. By the way, the skis were made by Camoplast specialists.
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Let's pay attention to the rich equipment provided for the Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile in the basic configuration. But at the same time, one cannot fail to note the solid dimensions of the car, which turned out to be more massive and larger than its predecessor. In this regard, the vehicle acquired new disadvantages (heavier weight, mediocre maneuverability and controllability), which were compensated for by significant advantages (primarily higher load capacity and capacity). The car has a spacious double seat, which has a backrest for the driver and passenger. In addition to elements of practicality and comfort, the developers paid special attention to elements of ergonomics - we are talking about a modern dashboard with a display of speed, engine speed, as well as engine temperature and oil pressure readings. The instruments do not glare in bright sunshine, and the high windshield protects the driver’s face from headwinds and snow. The gas levers and handles have a heating function, which is very important for operation in permafrost conditions - for example, in the northern regions of Russia.
Separately, we note the high cross-country ability of the Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile, which in terms of this indicator is considered one of the best compared to its closest competitors. The ability to move on any road is due to the presence of a wide Super Wide Track. This tape demonstrated high strength during factory tests. However, as stated above, Super Wide Track has not only advantages, but also disadvantages. This is one of the components that makes the snowmobile heavier and more complex in design. But at the same time, the machine’s maintainability was kept at an acceptable level, as befits domestic snowmobiles. However, due to the extra weight, the Taiga 850 Bars model is prone to skidding when performing complex sharp maneuvers. And yet, the handling is quite predictable, and you can get used to it after a few trips. In addition, professional users appreciated the ability to move while sitting as well as standing. It will be comfortable in any position thanks to the steering column height adjustment function.
The largest and heaviest snowmobile from Rybinsk “Taiga Bars 850”
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS The largest and most respectable Rybinsk snowmobile is designed and created on the basis of the well-proven Taiga 550 Patrol SWT station wagon. This utilitarian-tourist car had many positive operational and technical characteristics, except... a reliable and unpretentious four-stroke engine. The factory workers did not have their own power plant in stock, so the heart of the new leader was the multi-purpose MPE 850 NA engine from the German company Weber. It is so versatile that it has been successfully used in small aircraft, installed on all-terrain vehicles and on various water-powered types of equipment. 850 cc engine cm with liquid cooling and a dry sump lubrication system produces, according to manufacturers, about 80 hp. With.
Compared to its closest competitors, it is very light and has good power performance and high fuel efficiency. In terms of emissions, it complies with Euro-4 standards. Fuel consumption (Ai-92 gasoline) is only 15–17 liters per 100 km, and the power is quite enough to accelerate the Bars to the stated 105 km/h.
By the way, an interesting feature: to satisfy the requirements of Russian regulations, along with the electric starter in the stock configuration, there is the possibility of manually starting the engine.
Of course, to install the new power unit into the frame of the existing production model, it was necessary to develop new engine mounts and provide additional space for cooling systems, lubrication and an enlarged gas tank. Fastenings for plastic panels were also designed and seats were made in a new, more comfortable shape. By the way, snowmobile linings are made using special technology and look very modern and expensive.
Operation in Russian, far from hothouse conditions, required the installation of a reinforced gearbox, which allows the snowmobile not only to move comfortably on snow of varying densities, but also to tow quite heavy sleds behind a standard towbar.
The front suspension, traditionally for snowmobiles of this class, is telescopic with a travel of 145 mm. The rear one has a lever system that improves vibration damping, and a horizontally located shock absorber with a stroke of 330 mm. The track on the Barca is Super Wide Track (SWT), that is, 600 mm wide. It is produced by NPO Composite, and wide skis are supplied to the conveyor by the well-known company Camoplast. The snowmobile is quite massive: its length is 2960 mm excluding skis, and its width is 1130 mm. Height with windshield – 1390 mm.
The heart of the new snowmobile is the Weber MPE 850 NA engine
The track on the Barca is Super Wide Track (SWT), that is, 600 mm wide
Factory equipped recoil starter - a requirement of domestic regulations
REAL TESTS In terms of equipment and general ergonomic concept, the Bars is head and shoulders above its progenitor, the Taiga Patrol. Here you will find a comfortable double seat with a backrest and additional handles, a new dashboard, modern colors of protective plastic, a reliable four-stroke engine with extended service intervals, and fuel efficiency, which allows the car to cover about 300 km on one gas tank refill. And, of course, very decent off-piste performance. Thanks to a track of this width, the snowmobile moves very well in deep snow. As soon as the “Bars” finds itself in real “powder”, it, like a heavy sea dreadnought, floating on the snowy waves, makes its way in any conditions. Moreover, it can easily carry a passenger and pull a loaded sled. The engine power is also enough to perform almost any utilitarian or tourist task. The suspension is very energy-intensive and comfortable. The only negative I noticed was the extra weight of the rear of the snowmobile. On a rolled surface, when turning, when braking and suddenly releasing the gas, the stern of this giant skids a little, but in general you get used to its yaw quite quickly. Despite the slippery upholstery, the seat is quite comfortable, quite at the level of its Western counterparts. Driving the car is very comfortable, and the steering wheel height is enough for driving while standing.
The front skis, even without extensions, can handle snow of any depth
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The quality of the machine is at a very high level
There are not so many serial Super Wide Track machines produced in the snowmobile world: BRP Skandic SWT 600/900ACE, Lynx 69 Yeti 600/900 ACE, 69 Yeti 600 Army and 69 Alpine 1200. And now “ Taiga Bars" - given the catastrophic depreciation of the ruble, there is practically no alternative option in our country. I would like to believe that the manufacturer will finally have its own four-stroke engine, which will minimize the company’s dependence on the supply of imported units and components. And then we will be able to see a truly Russian four-stroke SWT snowmobile.
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Specifications
- Length/width/height of the snowmobile – 2950/1150/1460
- Track width between skis – 960 mm
- Drawer dimensions, mm: Length/width/height – 3080/1190/1200
- Front suspension/suspension travel – telescopic/150 mm
- Rear suspension/suspension travel – slip/385 mm
- Front shock absorbers, pcs. – 2
- Front/rear shock absorbers - hydropneumatic monotube
- Propulsion - caterpillar, with front drive sprockets
- Caterpillars, pcs. - 1
- Tension mechanism – screw
- Track material – reinforced rubber, fabric
- Caterpillar dimensions, mm: Length – 3937, Width – 600, Height – 22
- Gearbox – variator, with positions “down”, “forward”, “backwards”, “neutral”
- Brakes – disc, hydraulic
- Electric starter, manual starter – yes
- Power supply system - fuel injection
- Ignition – with distributed injection, EFI
- Machine weight – 330 kg
- Fuel/oil tank volume – 55/3.5 liters
- Intake/exhaust system – intake silencer/muffler with resonator
- Layout – double
- Speed – 100 km/h
Basic options: electric start, reverse, heated steering wheel grips and throttle trigger, high windshield, passenger backrest, rear towbar, speedometer, odometer, halogen headlight (front), speedometer, odometer, tachometer, LED headlight (rear).
Repair and service
The snowmobile is designed in such a way that all components and mechanisms are located at a sufficiently large distance from each other. There are practically no hard-to-reach places.
The snowmobile owner has convenient access to all mechanisms . There is no need to further disassemble individual components. Everything is in its place. Convenient and intuitive.
Having the minimum required set of tools, you can easily put your “faithful friend” in order in the field.
Comfort. The Barsa has an ergonomic seat with a backrest that provides a comfortable fit for the driver and his passenger.
Additional options. It is possible to install a pre-heater function. This will increase the resource of the power plant and its efficiency.
In addition to engine heating, heating of the gas lever and handles is installed. It has two modes: standard and accelerated.
There are additional ski pads that provide additional maneuverability and maneuverability on soft snow.
Engine
The Taiga 850 Bars model is equipped with a four-stroke gasoline engine MPE 850 NA, which was developed by the German supplier WEBER. The engine is a two-cylinder design. The diameter of each cylinder reaches 89 mm, and the piston stroke is 68 mm. With a displacement of 0.8 liters, the engine develops 80 horsepower. The unit is protected from overheating in warm weather thanks to a liquid cooling system that works effectively even at maximum speed of the power plant.
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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Reviews
- Alexey, Moscow region. This snowmobile came in handy for transporting goods. It has a high load capacity, and this is the only parameter that attracts me to it, since the rest of the car is unlikely to impress anyone. I mean mediocre handling. The Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile is not agile, but has good cross-country ability. Breakdowns are minor, and the cost of parts is low. Currently the mileage is 1300 kilometers. The snowmobile has never failed on a long journey, except that sometimes it was necessary to fix minor breakdowns in the chassis. The device is well adapted for long distances and is quite reliable. I will definitely say that this model is unlikely to be suitable for active people or fans of extreme driving. This car will probably upset such people even more than me. Bars's capabilities are enough for me for fishing and hunting.
- Denis, Krasnodar region. I have been using the Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile for more than two years now, the car is pleased with its cross-country ability and ability to tow heavy trailers. But from the point of view of reliability, not everything is so simple. Even in the first days of running-in, I discovered a problem associated with the vagueness of the gear shift. The transmission is noisy and vibrates. Unfortunately, after running it in, the problem remained, and I had to take the snowmobile to a service center - it’s good that the problem was fixed free of charge under warranty. There were no more serious problems. The build quality is average, there are uneven gaps and unevenly fitted parts. But this does not affect performance. Too much fuel consumption - probably due to the large dimensions and heavy weight of the snowmobile. But for refueling you can use cheap AI-92 gasoline.
- Tolik, Belgorod region. The Taiga 850 Bars snowmobile gave me a lot of trouble, although overall I am happy with the machine for its price. Once I wandered into the wilderness, full of trees. I had to make a sharp maneuver, but to do this I had to brake. I sharply pressed the lever and turned the steering wheel. As a result, the car turned over on its side, and this happened right in front of the tree that I wanted to avoid. The snowmobile seems to be heavy, but there is still a risk of capsizing. At the same time, I checked the brakes - they are not good at all, otherwise I would have braked in time, and everything would have been fine. There were three such cases, and I received a storm of negative emotions. The car is not intended for active driving, although it accelerates quite well. Now the mileage is 970 kilometers. I didn’t like the high fuel consumption (although who would like that), and the mileage meter still shows incorrectly. For a leisurely drive, for fishing and hunting, it’s quite suitable.
