QUADROcycle PM-500 2: reviews, price, photo

The subject of our review is the popular at the market AT 500-2. Reviews of this model, as well as its features and specifications, will surely interest everyone who looks after reliable transport for Russian off-road. This ATV has a wide scope of application, so it becomes a choice of a wide variety of customers.

The word about the manufacturer

The company "Russian Mechanics" - a real veteran in the market of domestic engineering. Snowmobiles came down from its conveyors still under the Soviet Union, and today the model range continues to expand. The manufacturer honors the tradition of quality, continuing to work on making his snowmobiles more powerful, safer, quieter, easier and faster. And 7 years ago under the brand of RM began also the issue of ATVs. At present, the model range consists of a dozen machines, each of which is designed for its own tasks. Honorable place among the brothers is easy, fast and powerful AT 500 PM.

Reviews about this unit come from a wide variety of places: hunting grounds in forests and vast pastures, wetlands and mountainous settlements, complex hiking trails and extreme sports routes, sea resorts and military ranges ... It seems that the concern of the Republic of Moldova has achieved the goal sought Always - has created a truly universal transport, in which the habits of the hard worker, sports heart and soul of the adventurer coexist.

Features of the model

In 2010, the PM 500 model was developed . It occupied its niche and was sold quite successfully. But those who acquired this fast car, in the process of exploitation, faced with some oddities.

After completion and a number of upgrades, the manufacturer introduced two new models: PM 4x4 with all-wheel drive and PM 500-2. The reviews prove that in both cases the result has justified itself. It is worth noting that these models are very similar to each other, but they have a number of features.

In particular, the PM 500-2 has got a comfortable passenger seat, a body kit made of impact-resistant cast plastic, improved ergonomics of controls, and increased dirt protection. The structure of the frame was dismantled and two sealed baggage compartments were equipped. Weight decreased by 13 kg.

And all the best, than possessed a prototype, was preserved in full: a regular set of dopov, drive to all 4 wheels, a lock.

Design

It can not be said that outwardly the RM 500-2 is very different from its counterparts. It is similar to other models of the company. But in the case of the "Russian Mechanics" you can rather speak about the formed recognizable style, rather than about mediocrity.

The design is functional. Rather, it is closer to the utilitarian, but it is not devoid of sports and even aggressive features.

The manufacturer offers 5 options: black, yellow, marsh green, red and white. In any case, the arched arcs are made of black material.

Motor and technical characteristics

This technique is equipped with a four-stroke engine with a useful volume of 493 cubes. He is able to please the owner with a capacity of 38 horsepower. The quad bike can be accelerated to 85 km / h, and its extremely low speed - only 1 km / h, which makes it possible to drive through the swamp.

The tank holds 34 liters of fuel. Leave there only gasoline with an octane rating of at least 92.

Seat

A special mention is the undoubted plus of the AT 500-2. The reviews are unanimous and eloquent: a two-level seat is convenient for both the pilot and his rider even on the hardest surface.

To prevent the passenger from jerking the driver, fearing to fly out of the saddle on a steep bend, two convenient handrails are provided for which he can hold.

Wheels and chassis

At the first glance at this all-terrain vehicle, anyone will pay attention to the impressive wheels, equipped with cast discs and a powerful protector.

And if you look in the technical passport, you can find other interesting information. Suspension, both front and rear, is equipped with hydraulic shock absorbers. The forward stroke is 170 mm, and the rear 195.

The ground clearance of this all-terrain vehicle is 290 mm.

To top it all - disc hydraulic brakes installed in front and rear. The well-coordinated work of all units ensures the mobility, maneuverability and excellent cross-country ability of the RM 500-2. The testimonies of those who had time to test this transport on impassability testify to the reliable operation of the undercarriage.

Winch and tow hitch

The company RM not badly completes the quadrocycles, which prices are quite democratic. Many buyers say that they did not even expect to get a "full mincemeat" for this money.

The kit includes a tow bar, to which it is possible to attach a trailer for carrying out various transport tasks. The power winch of the increased power is useful for traveling in dangerous places.

Luggage compartments

The carrying capacity of this ATV is 250 kg. Weight can be distributed between the front and rear trunks. And for special cargoes, the safety of which should not be endangered on the way, a pair of containers are provided that close tightly.

Application

These ATVs, whose prices are significantly lower than those from Japan, are widely used. Some acquire this technique solely for recreation. Someone needs reliable transport for hunting trips to deaf places, for which even an army "UAZ" will not pass. Someone is looking for a reliable au pair. The Quadrocycle PM 500-2 is capable of performing a variety of utilitarian tasks.

But he did not remain without the attention of extremists. Fans of driving on the most dangerous sites are very serious about this all-terrain vehicle. It is worth acknowledging that this honor is justified: at competitions the RM 500-2 has competed more than once with more expensive and heaped up transport.

But he has one more application, which is worth mentioning separately.

Guarding the Motherland

Can the state make a more significant compliment to one of the national producers than the state order from Oboronprom? In this regard, "Russian Mechanics" really has something to be proud of, because since 2012, a special modification of the AT 500 PM is being produced, which received the name AM-1.

This all-terrain vehicle is used for military tasks both for provision and for combat. He successfully passed field tests and received good reviews of the defenders of the Motherland.

The PM 500-2 for the army was slightly upgraded. In particular, it is possible to install a machine gun. The army version is produced in a protective green color.

RM 500-2: reviews

Owners say that the steering wheel has really become more convenient. Thanks to the new geometry, the steering effort has been reduced, the control has become more comfortable.

The battery is still not satisfied with everything, many believe that it is rather weak. But plastic really has become much more tenacious.

Often reviews refer to capacity. Owners find it quite sufficient. But it is hardly possible to call this all-terrain vehicle economical, it's not just a matter of fuel requirements, but also of consumption.

After-sales service

After buying such equipment as a ATV, many people say that it will be necessary to meet with an official dealer quite often. Still, the technique of this class is designed for rather crude operation, and not for driving on a modern highway. The RM 500-2 is not an exception.

The spare parts for it, fortunately, are not difficult to find. The producer takes care of ensuring that every owner has the opportunity to get everything he needs. In case of need to replace the broken or worn out, you can simply contact the dealer who purchased the ATV.

Price list

How much will the new RM 500-2 cost? The price in official salons today starts from 350 thousand rubles (excluding transportation costs). In the secondary market, this model is also not a rarity, it can be purchased within 200 thousand.