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
3.3/5
For a mid size garden that needs dual direction tilling for less money, with the depth and warranty trade offs that brings.
- 17 inTilling width
- 8 inTilling depth
- 212 cc gasPower
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$849.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Dual direction tines and reverse for about $200 less than the 18 in NOVUS
- Separate wheel drive and tine controls for easier turning
- Airless 14 in tractor tread wheels
Cons
- Tills 8 in deep, 2 in less than the 18 in model
- Only a 2 year warranty, and it does not ship to California
The NOVUS Rear Tine Tiller family
Every NOVUS Rear Tine Tiller model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Tilling width | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOVUS NV17DRTG (this one) | 17 in | 3.3/5 | $849.99 |
| NOVUS NV18DRTG | 18 in | 3.4/5 | $1,081.80 |
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.
Specifications
| Model number | NV17DRTG |
|---|---|
| Tilling | |
| Type | Rear tine |
| Tilling width | 17 in |
| Tilling depth | 8 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward or counter-rotating |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Engine or motor | |
| Power | Gas |
| Displacement | 212 cc |
| Build | |
| Weight | 175 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this type
Poulan Pro PPDRT18 PRO
#6 in Rear tineFull review
For a large garden that needs dual direction tilling and a gear drive, if it is cheaper than the matching NOVUS model on the day.
Amazon $1,049.99$1,049.99
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
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