Earthquake Victory
#2 in Rear tineFull review
For breaking a new garden or working clay on a budget: counter rotating tines, reverse and a long warranty for around $800.
Amazon $799.99$799.99
The Earthquake Victory is the better tiller overall, rated 3.9 to 3.3. The Earthquake Victory leads on warranty and depth. The NOVUS NV17DRTG wins on width. The Earthquake Victory costs $50 less ($799.99 vs $849.99).
NOVUS NV17DRTG
#8 in Rear tineFull review
For a mid size garden that needs dual direction tilling for less money, with the depth and warranty trade offs that brings.
Amazon $849.99$849.99
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 Victory for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and depth (10 in deep vs 8 in deep).
- Choose the NOVUS NV17DRTG for width (17 in wide vs 16 in wide).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every rear tine tiller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake Victory | NOVUS NV17DRTG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 76 $50 per inch of tilling width ($799.99, 16 in) | 76 $50 per inch of tilling width ($849.99, 17 in) |
| Width 20% | 33 16 in wide | 50 17 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 83 10 in deep | 50 8 in deep |
| Features 15% | 50 reverse, counter-rotating tines | 50 reverse, counter-rotating tines |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake Victory | NOVUS NV17DRTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Rear tine | Rear tine |
| Tilling width | 16 in | 17 in |
| Tilling depth | 10 in | 8 in |
| Tine rotation | Counter-rotating | Forward or counter-rotating |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Viper | - |
| Displacement | 209 cc | 212 cc |
| Electric start | No | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 142 lb | 175 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2022-06-08 | - |