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Stihl MH 700

Stihl's largest EU-market tiller: a 252 cc STIHL EHC 700.0 engine rated 5.2 kW (7.1 PS) driving an adjustable working width up to 120 cm, with two forward gears plus reverse, an oil-bath filter and folding transport wheel, at a hefty 124 kg.

Indicative price
£850–£1,150

Stihl MH 700 tiller
STIHL

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Who it's for

Best for: Large fields and allotments needing maximum width in one pass.

Strengths

  • Very wide 120 cm working width for large areas
  • Powerful 252 cc / 5.2 kW engine
  • Two forward gears plus reverse
  • Oil-bath filter and folding transport wheel

Trade-offs

  • Very heavy at 124 kg
  • Large and unwieldy for small gardens
  • Width is overkill for an average plot

Specifications

Specifications for MH 700
Category Garden tiller
Type Rear-tine · Petrol garden tiller
Power source Petrol
Engine STIHL EHC 700.0 (252 cc, 5.2 kW)
Power output 7.1 hp / 5.2 kW
Working width 120 cm
Weight 124 kg
Status Current model
Indicative price £850–£1,150
Price basis Dealer quote

Rear-tine machine. Width and weight determine how much ground you cover and how manoeuvrable it is — heavier machines bite harder but ask more of you to turn and transport.

MH 700 — your questions

How much does the Stihl MH 700 cost?

The indicative price is £850–£1,150, based on dealer quotes. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.

What size plot is the MH 700 suited to?

Large fields and allotments needing maximum width in one pass. With a 120 cm working width it covers ground quickly on larger plots and smallholdings.

Is the MH 700 petrol, diesel or electric?

It is petrol (STIHL EHC 700.0 (252 cc, 5.2 kW)). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.