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 2.6. The Earthquake MC43 leads on warranty, value and width. The Mantis 7940A 4-Cycle Honda wins on depth. The Earthquake MC43 costs $161 less ($279.99 vs $440.99).
Mantis 7940A 4-Cycle Honda
#15 in CultivatorsFull review
The classic small gas tiller for gardeners who want deep digging and no cord, in a machine light enough to carry. Too narrow and pricey for large plots.
Amazon $489.99 Mantis $440.99$440.99
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 warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), value ($28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) vs $49 per inch of tilling width ($440.99, 9 in)) and width (10 in wide vs 9 in wide).
- Choose the Mantis 7940A 4-Cycle Honda for depth (10 in deep vs 8 in deep).
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 | Mantis 7940A 4-Cycle Honda |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) | 10 $49 per inch of tilling width ($440.99, 9 in) |
| Width 20% | 40 10 in wide | 30 9 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 50 8 in deep | 83 10 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 adjustable width | 25 folding handle |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake MC43 | Mantis 7940A 4-Cycle Honda | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 10 in | 9 in |
| Tilling depth | 8 in | 10 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | Yes | No |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Viper 43cc 2-cycle | Honda 25cc 4-cycle |
| Displacement | 43 cc | 25 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Folding handle | - | Yes |
| Weight | 30 lb | 24 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |