Earthquake MC43
#6 in CultivatorsFull review
A strong value gas cultivator with an unusually long warranty, for gardeners who want gas power without paying Mantis prices.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
The Earthquake MC43 is the better tiller overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Earthquake MC43 leads on value. The Earthquake MC43 costs $50 less ($279.99 vs $329.99).
Earthquake 60V Cultivator
#7 in CultivatorsFull review
The battery cultivator for people who want gas cultivator depth and the longest warranty, best bought direct from Earthquake.
Amazon $454.12 Earthquake $329.99$329.99
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Earthquake MC43 for value ($28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) vs $33 per inch of tilling width ($329.99, 10 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cultivators tiller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake MC43 | Earthquake 60V Cultivator |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) | 30 $33 per inch of tilling width ($329.99, 10 in) |
| Width 20% | 40 10 in wide | 40 10 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 50 8 in deep | 50 8 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 adjustable width | 25 adjustable width |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake MC43 | Earthquake 60V Cultivator | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 10 in | 10 in |
| Tilling depth | 8 in | 8 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Battery |
| Engine | Viper 43cc 2-cycle | - |
| Displacement | 43 cc | - |
| Electric start | No | - |
| Battery | - | 60 V, 4 Ah |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 30 lb | 27 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |