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 3.5. The Earthquake Victory leads on warranty and depth. The YARDMAX YT4565 wins on width and value.
YARDMAX YT4565
#5 in Rear tineFull review
For a budget buyer who wants dual rotation and reverse, including in California, and can live with shallower tilling and a short warranty.
Amazon $799$799
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 6.5 in deep).
- Choose the YARDMAX YT4565 for width (18 in wide vs 16 in wide) and value ($44.39 per inch of tilling width ($799, 18 in) vs $50 per inch of tilling width ($799.99, 16 in)).
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 | YARDMAX YT4565 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 76 $50 per inch of tilling width ($799.99, 16 in) | 89 $44.39 per inch of tilling width ($799, 18 in) |
| Width 20% | 33 16 in wide | 67 18 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 83 10 in deep | 25 6.5 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 | YARDMAX YT4565 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Rear tine | Rear tine |
| Tilling width | 16 in | 18 in |
| Tilling depth | 10 in | 6.5 in |
| Tine rotation | Counter-rotating | Forward or counter-rotating |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Viper | YARDMAX |
| Displacement | 209 cc | 209 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| CARB compliant | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 142 lb | 205 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2022-06-08 | 2017-03-17 |