Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
Villager VTB 843 Prime
Villager's wide-cut petrol tiller: a 212cc OHV engine (5.0 kW) driving six rotors to 85 cm width through a gear transmission with 3 forward / 1 reverse speeds, ~86 kg with built-in wheels and an adjustable handle. A lot of width and gears for the money. Engine, power, 85 cm width and ~86 kg weight verified via Villager.
Indicative price
£380–£540
Specifications verified. The specifications here have been checked against the manufacturer's published figures and/or dealer listings. The price is still sourced from current online listings — confirm it against a live quote before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Larger plots wanting wide cover and gears affordably.
Strengths
- Wide 85 cm working width
- 3 forward + 1 reverse gears
- Six-rotor tilling group
- Strong value
Trade-offs
- Heavy at 86 kg
- Front-tine on hard ground
- Less-known brand in UK
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Front-tine · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | Villager 212cc OHV (5 kW) |
| Power output | 6.5 hp / 5 kW |
| Working width | 85 cm |
| Weight | 86 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £380–£540 |
| Price basis | Online listing |
Front-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.
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