Earthquake Badger 140cc
#4 in Front tineFull review
For a larger worked garden where a stronger, name brand engine is worth about $140 over the Versa, if you can find one in stock.
Amazon $636.19$636.19
The Earthquake Badger 140cc is the better tiller overall, rated 3.6 to 2.5. The Earthquake Badger 140cc leads on warranty, depth and width. The Poulan Pro PPFT17 2-in-1 wins on value. The Poulan Pro PPFT17 2-in-1 costs $216.20 less ($419.99 vs $636.19).
Poulan Pro PPFT17 2-in-1
#6 in Front tineFull review
For light seasonal work in a small, loose soil garden. Buyers who need depth will find more for similar money.
Amazon $419.99$419.99
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 Badger 140cc for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), depth (11 in deep vs 6 in deep) and width (21 in wide vs 17 in wide).
- Choose the Poulan Pro PPFT17 2-in-1 for value ($24.71 per inch of tilling width ($419.99, 17 in) vs $30.29 per inch of tilling width ($636.19, 21 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every front tine tiller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake Badger 140cc | Poulan Pro PPFT17 2-in-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 28 $30.29 per inch of tilling width ($636.19, 21 in) | 49 $24.71 per inch of tilling width ($419.99, 17 in) |
| Width 20% | 62 21 in wide | 12 17 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 100 11 in deep | 17 6 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 adjustable width | 25 adjustable width |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake Badger 140cc | Poulan Pro PPFT17 2-in-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Front tine | Front tine |
| Tilling width | 21 in | 17 in |
| Tilling depth | 11 in | 6 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | - |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton | - |
| Displacement | 140 cc | 79 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 100 lb | 75 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2021-11-29 | - |