Name: Earthquake Pioneer 127cc
Brand: Earthquake

3.7/5#4 of 8 in rear tine tillers
3.7

For a large garden with tough soil where a light, balanced dual direction tiller with a name brand engine is worth paying for.

Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros

Dual direction tines for both sod busting and seed bed finishing
A Briggs & Stratton engine with more power than the 99cc Pioneer for little extra weight
Instant Reverse and airless tires
A 5 year product warranty

Cons

The Earthquake Pioneer family

Every Earthquake Pioneer model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.

Model	Tilling width	Rating	Price
Earthquake Pioneer 99cc	17 in	3.8/5	$1,099.99
Earthquake Pioneer 127cc (this one)	17 in	3.7/5	$1,199.99

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.

For breaking a new garden or working clay on a budget: counter rotating tines, reverse and a long warranty for around $800.

$799.99

For gardeners who break new ground and also want a fine seed bed, and who value a light, easy to handle machine over raw engine size.

$1,099.99

For a budget buyer who wants dual rotation and reverse, including in California, and can live with shallower tilling and a short warranty.

$799