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
For opening up wide, shallow beds quickly on a budget. Buyers who need depth or a stated warranty should look at the Earthquake Victory.
- 20 inTilling width
- 6.5 inTilling depth
- 212 cc gasPower
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- The widest path here at 20 in, so fewer passes
- Counter rotating tines for breaking new ground
- Large 13.5 in tractor tread wheels
- Tills only 6.5 in deep
- Warranty terms are not published
- Counter rotation only, with no forward mode for a fine seed bed finish
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Specifications
| Model number | PTG1120R |
|---|---|
| Tilling | |
| Type | Rear tine |
| Tilling width | 20 in |
| Tilling depth | 6.5 in |
| Tine rotation | Counter-rotating |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Engine or motor | |
| Power | Gas |
| Displacement | 212 cc |
| Build | |
| Weight | 154 lb |
Alternatives in this type
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.
Amazon $1,099.99For a large garden with tough soil where a light, balanced dual direction tiller with a name brand engine is worth paying for.
Amazon $1,289.95 Earthquake $1,199.99Compare
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