NOVUS NV18DRTG
#7 in Rear tineFull review
For a large garden that needs a dual direction gear drive tiller. Check the Poulan Pro version first, which appears to be the same machine.
Amazon $1,081.80$1,081.80
The NOVUS NV18DRTG is the better tiller overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The NOVUS NV18DRTG leads on depth and width. The NOVUS NV17DRTG wins on value. The NOVUS NV17DRTG costs $231.81 less ($849.99 vs $1,081.80).
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 NOVUS NV18DRTG for depth (10 in deep vs 8 in deep) and width (18 in wide vs 17 in wide).
- Choose the NOVUS NV17DRTG for value ($50 per inch of tilling width ($849.99, 17 in) vs $60.10 per inch of tilling width ($1,081.80, 18 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 | NOVUS NV18DRTG | NOVUS NV17DRTG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 56 $60.10 per inch of tilling width ($1,081.80, 18 in) | 76 $50 per inch of tilling width ($849.99, 17 in) |
| Width 20% | 67 18 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% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| NOVUS NV18DRTG | NOVUS NV17DRTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Rear tine | Rear tine |
| Tilling width | 18 in | 17 in |
| Tilling depth | 10 in | 8 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward or counter-rotating | Forward or counter-rotating |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 212 cc |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 175 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |