Tier D — Global / grey-import Garden tiller
Vito VIM7
The Vito VIM7 is a direct-drive petrol motocultivador from the Portuguese budget brand Vito, built around a 212 cc four-stroke engine (7 CV / 5.2 kW). It works a fixed 62 cm width through 2 forward and 1 reverse gear and weighs 100 kg. Engine, width and weight are verified from Vito’s own retailer listings (agriloja.pt, ferramentaspro.pt); price is from the same sources (around €1,100–1,210).
Indicative price
£960–£1,050
Specifications verified.The specifications here have been checked against the manufacturer's published figures and/or dealer listings. The price is still sourced from dealer quotes — confirm it against a live quote before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Portuguese gardeners wanting a geared, direct-drive motocultivador at a budget price.
Strengths
- Direct-drive gearbox rather than a simple belt drive
- Widely stocked across independent Portuguese garden retailers and Leroy Merlin Portugal
- 2 forward + 1 reverse gearing for easier manoeuvring
- Reasonably stable for its engine size at 100kg
Trade-offs
- Fixed 62cm width, no adjustment for narrower beds
- Generic, unbranded engine rather than a name-brand unit
- Mainly sold and supported within Portugal
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Front-tine · Global / grey-import |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | Vito 212 cc OHV petrol, 4-stroke single-cylinder, air-cooled, 3600 rpm (7 CV / 5.2 kW) |
| Power output | 7 hp / 5.2 kW |
| Working width | 62 cm |
| Weight | 100 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £960–£1,050 |
| Price basis | Dealer quote |
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.
VIM7 — your questions
How much does the Vito VIM7 cost?
The indicative price is £960–£1,050, based on dealer quotes. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the VIM7 suited to?
Portuguese gardeners wanting a geared, direct-drive motocultivador at a budget price. With a 62 cm working width it suits established beds and standard allotment plots.
Is the VIM7 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (Vito 212 cc OHV petrol, 4-stroke single-cylinder, air-cooled, 3600 rpm (7 CV / 5.2 kW)). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
