Echo Tillers & Cultivators

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in Echo | Posted on 10-07-2010

There are two types of Echo Tiller Cultivators. They make the regular full time mini tiller / garden cultivator in the TC-210.  This is a walk behind unit with reversible tines and a 21.2 cc engine.  At about 20 lbs this is a standard sized walk behind mini tiller.

They also have their Pro Attachment Series: basically a weed trimmer with interchangeable heads.  You can buy a cultivating head and also a thatching head.  There are three sizes of power heads to pick from.  From the 21.2cc engine to a 25.4 cc engine

Echo Tiller Gardening Cultivators can be found at most Online and Home Improvement stores. Stores like Home Depot and Sears carry most cultivator brands on the market. Each brand are light weight and easy to handle, while serving the same purpose. Most Echo Tillers and other name brand Cultivators are no more than twenty some pounds in weight. They are tall and angular, so they are easy to handle while trimming.

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Mantis Mini Tillers

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in Mantis | Posted on 10-07-2010

Mantis offers a variety of miniature tillers/cultivators in their line of products. Among the miniature models are the Mantis 2-Cycle Tillers, Mantis 4-Cycle Tillers, Mantis Electric Tillers, and the latest invention, Mantis XP 16” Tillers. Tillers are usually notoriously large, but Mantis offers a line of tillers that guarantee to get the job done efficiently and with a longevity that cannot be argued with. In terms of market, the Mantis tillers are the lightest tillers available.

But don’t let the lightness fool you, the Mantis tillers are extremely powerful with the perfectly effective combination of Mantis patented tines and potent engines. The result of this successful duo is the power to breakthrough any amount of hard soil. Even more alluring than its lightness and compactness, is the patented reversible “serpentine” tines that allow the Mantis to breakthrough the soil and not only this, but a lot the tines to go several inches deep through thick soil.

Along with this is versatility which allows Mantis products to become perfect and complete garden tools for any gardener. Mantis offers a variety of add-on accessories to the tillers to make cultivation even more thorough than before!

However, the lightness of the Mantis tillers have been said to be an advantage while being a disadvantage. Although consumers enjoy the fact that the tiller is so light because it makes it easier to move around, to store it, and to work with it, some complain that the light weight of the product sometimes makes it hard to burrow underneath the ground any more than 3 inches without a lot of struggle.

Dissatisfaction, if ever felt, does not go unwarranted with the Mantis company. Buyers are often offered a 1-year trial period to use the Mantis product and if ever dissatisfied are allowed to return it, money-back guaranteed, no questions asked, no arguments made. Mantis also promises their customers that if a tine were ever to break, the tine would be prepared, free of charge because they believe their tines are virtually unbreakable. In addition to that, Mantis tillers are also protected by a 5-year warranty.

There is a lot of protection and security that comes with owning a Mantis tiller. They strike me as a company to be trusted when it comes to fulfilling your gardening needs.

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Troy Bilt Tillers and Cultivators

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in Troy Bilt | Posted on 10-07-2010

If you own many pieces of lawn equipment, then chances are at least one piece of from Troy Bilt. Troy Bilt is a very reputable and durable brand that has been around since the rise or personal lawn equipment. Troy built makes almost any kind of lawn equipment imaginable, from lawnmowers, tillers, cultivators, even motorized wheel barrows. The tillers and cultivators that Troy Bilt makes are some of the best quality ones that can be purchased. They offer everything from mini electric tillers all the way up to giant tillers capable of cultivating 10 acres.

Before you go about purchasing a new Troy Bilt tiller or cultivator, you need to determine what you are going to be using it for. If you are going to be tilling your small personal garden, a mini electric tiller would probably be suitable for you. If you plan on tilling many acres of land for small fields or massive gardens, you are going to need something with a little more power. Luckily, Troy Bilt includes all of these models.

Let’s start on the low end of things first. You can purchase the TB154 model which features a 6.5 amp electric motor perfect for your personal gardening or small landscaping projects. You would benefit most from this model if you have a large enough garden that is too large to hand cultivate, but you can’t justify purchasing a full sized model. The TB154 can be purchased for only $200, making it a great value.

On the large scale, and I mean really large scale, you have the “Big Red” Garden Tiller. This model is truly a beast, featuring a 305 cc engine which will give you more than enough power for all of your gardening needs. This model costs over $3000, and is for those people with very large gardens or landscaping projects.

There are also the average midsized models which can be purchased, ranging in price from $500 – 1500. These are great if you have an average sized garden that needs to be tilled every few months.

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Honda Mini Tillers

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in Honda | Posted on 10-07-2010

When you think of Honda, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Probably cars and motorcycles right? Well did you know that Honda makes mini rototillers too? In fact, Honda makes some of the most popular mini rototillers around, with models like the FG110 and the FG100.

Honda was founded in 1948 in Japan by Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa. At first they only produced vehicles, but as time progressed their product line expanded. Today, Honda produces almost everything imaginable from automobiles, motorcycles, scooters, ATV’s, generators, robots, boat engines, jets, jet engines, car engines and lawn and garden equipment. In 2009, Honda reported an astounding 120 billion dollar revenue. While Honda is new to the rototiller market, they are already one of the most popular brands. Many people purchase Honda just because of the name, but then find out that the quality of the product is excellent too.

Honda makes some of the most popular mini rototillers around. A mini rototiller is essentially like it’s big brother, but in a scaled down version. The engines are generally smaller and the cultivating width is also smaller. You also have the option of purchasing electric models when you are looking for mini tillers. Honda makes every kind of tiller imaginable, from mini, to mid tine all the way up to rear tine tillers. Some of the popular mid tine tillers include the F220 which features the Honda GXV57 engine, adjustable depth for tilling and three-position handle. The FC600 model features the GX160 engine, a chain transmission that one forward gear, three position handle and a protective front engine guard.

For those looking for more power, consider purchasing a rear tine tiller from Honda. Rear tine tillers generally have the largest engines and the largest tines. They are capable of tilling massive amounts of land in short amounts of time. The most popular rear tine tiller from Honda is the FRC800. This model features the GX240 engine, 3 forward gears and one reverse gear and 1 foot tines for deep cultivating. Whatever your needs, Honda probably has the model that you need.

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Sun Joe

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in Sun Joe | Posted on 10-07-2010

Sun Joe (also sometimes referred to as Snow Joe) is relatively unknown name brand when it comes to outdoor and home equipment. They have remained a relatively low key company, but produce some very high quality products that keep their customers happy. Of the few people that purchase Sun Joe products, almost all of them are satisfied with the product and would recommend it to a friend. The company operates overseas, but their headquarters are based in New Jersey. Because they operate overseas, they are able to keep the prices low and quality high for their customers.

Sun Joe was originally found to bring homeowners smart winter snow removal solutions. The company now offers a full range of products that aid in snow removal and lawn care. The products that Sun Joe produces are great for any outdoor enthusiast, or just your average person who requires the occasional use of a lawnmower or snow blower.

Sun Joe makes almost every kind of product that you would imagine to be in somebodies garage. From lawnmowers, to weed trimmers, log splitters and snow blowers. All products that are produced by Snow Joe have a unique green color to them, which distinguishes the products from other competitors on the market. The most popular products that they produce are lawn mowers and snow blowers since that is the premise upon which the company was originally founded on. Sun Joe produces unique varieties of lawnmowers, including electric and reel operated ones.

Sun Joe has gained a reputation for having great quality products available at prices lower than competitors. For example, you can purchase a five ton electric log splitter for just $300, much cheaper than the competitor prices. You can find most of Sun Joe’s products at almost every major home improvement store, such as Lowe’s, Home Depot and Menard’s. In addition, every product that Sun Joe produces can be purchased from their website at www.sunjoe.com.

If you are looking for cheap, good quality lawn care products, look no farther than Sun Joe. While they are a relative unknown in the giant world of lawn care producers, their products are some of the best and they offer great value to the consumer.

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Mini-Tillers/Garden Tillers General

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in General | Posted on 07-07-2010

If you own a moderate sized garden that isn’t big enough for a rototiller, but too big to weed and cultivate by hand, then you should consider purchasing a mini rototiller. They do all of the same things that their big brothers do, plus more. In addition to just tilling your garden, many of them can cut tall grass and remove weeds from your garden. The great thing is their price – many mini rototillers can be purchased for under $300 One of the most popular and most advertised mini rototillers is the Mantis mini Tiller. This particular model is capable of far more than just tilling your garden.

Maybe you want to purchase a mini tiller, but fear it won’t have enough power or be big enough to suit your needs. As a general rule, if your garden is smaller than a few acres, a mini tiller should be just fine. The power output depends on which type of tiller you purchase. If you purchase a gas model, it will have more power, but at the expense of more maintenance and more noise. Electric models have less power, but are nearly silent and easy to maintain. You can use your mini tiller for more than merely cultivating your garden too. There are certain attachments available which allow you to guide the tiller down each row while it removes the weeds, but spares the plants. It can also be used for landscaping around your home. Perhaps it is time to reseed your lawn with new sod. Normally, you would either have to spend a few days of backbreaking labor pulling up the old sod, or have the sod company do it for you. If you own a mini rototiller, it is easily capable of shredding that old sod to bits in preparation for the new sod.

Overall, mini rototillers are great if you have a garden that is under a few acres. If you have a garden any bigger, it is recommended that you look into purchasing a full sized rototiller – this is just for ongoing the weeding part!  If you are talking of tilling an acre, you will want to hire someone for the spring and fall turn.   Mini tillers are also great for landscaping and keeping your property looking great.

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Hello Mini Tiller Customers!

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Posted by Mini-Tiller Dude | Posted in General | Posted on 30-06-2010

Coming soon!  The only site online designed to compare and let you rank and comment on your favorite mini-tillers.  Inspired by me wanting one, but not being sure if the one I want is the best!

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