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EARTHQUAKE 31285 Pioneer Dual Direction Rear Tine Tiller with Instant Reverse, Airless Wheels, 17" Width, 11" Tilling Depth, 99cc 4-Cycle Viper Engine, Black/Red

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Brand EARTHQUAKE
Color Black/Red
Product Dimensions 20"D x 63"W x 49"H
Power Source Gas Powered
Operation Mode Electric

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  • DUAL DIRECTION- Operate in CRT mode (counter rotating tines) to bust sod and till tough soils, then shift to SRT (standard rotating tines) to create a smooth seed bed for planting.
  • FRUSTRATION FREE SHIFTING- Pioneer removes the guesswork from getting in gear with a shift positioning system that other dual direction tillers envy. No fuss, no cuss, no back and forth… easily find the drive mode you want by simply sliding the shift handle into your preferred mode on the locator plate.
  • COMPACT POWER- Designed for performance, the Pioneer uses a lighter and quieter 99cc Viper engine that is right-sized for the job reducing the weight and offering a smoother, less noisy and more balanced experience during operation.
  • INSTANT REVERSE- Unlike its competitors, Pioneer takes the “shift” out of backing up. Seamlessly maneuver backward in your garden with the quick pull of a handle. Release the handle to go forward again.
  • AIRLESS WHEELS- Not only will the super-wide airless wheels never go flat, they have seriously aggressive lugs for clawing at the dirt for maximum traction.
  • DUAL-GRIP HANDLEBARS: Step to the side of your tilling path and employ one-handed operation to avoid those annoying footsteps in your seed-bed.
  • HIGHLY MANEUVERABLE- With its compact frame and balanced weight distribution, the Pioneer allows for fluid navigation in tight growing spaces and stable pivoting capability at the end of garden rows.
  • 5-YEAR WARRANTY-The Earthquake Pioneer is backed by a 5-year warranty and US based service and support.

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Easy to use
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Easy to assemble
4.1 4.1
Value for money
3.5 3.5

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Easy to assemble
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Easy to use
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160 pounds
23.4 pounds
33 pounds

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Earthquake Pioneer Dual Direction Tiller

Pioneer

Dual Direction Rear Tine Tiller

The Earthquake Pioneer has set a new standard for tilling performance. It’s dual direction tines allow it to be used from the beginning to the end of the season. In CRT mode, the counter rotating tines slice through sod and unbroken ground to create new gardens, while the standard rotating tines of SRT mode, weed and create a smooth seed bed for planting. Easily switch between tilling modes with the easy-to-use lever.

The 99cc engine delivers plenty of power to the steel tines to chew through even the toughest soils while remaining maneuverable. Thanks to the lightweight engine and low center of gravity, the Pioneer can be operated with just one hand. This unmatched performance, combined with airless wheels and an instant reverse feature make the Pioneer a pleasure to operate.

Features

  • 99cc 4-Cycle Viper Engine
  • Dual Direction Tines
  • Self-Propelled Airless Wheels
  • 16" Tilling Width
  • Instant Reverse

Earthquake Pioneer Dual Direction Tiller

Earthquake Pioneer Dual Direction Tiller

Earthquake Pioneer Dual Direction Tiller

Earthquake Pioneer

1-Handed Operation

The Pioneer operates so smoothly that it can be operated with a single hand while stepping to the side of the tilling path to avoid footsteps in your seed bed.

Frustration-Free Shifting

Simply slide the lever into 1 of 4 drive modes. Neutral allows the tiller to be pushed manually while drive propels the machine without engaging the tine. While tilling, choose between counter rotating and standard rotating tines depending on your soil conditions.

Bust Stubborn Sod

While in CRT mode, the Pioneer breaks through even the toughest sod and soil to create new gardens or expand existing seed beds.

Create Smooth Seed Beds

SRT mode levels and mixes tilled soil to create the perfect seed bed for planting in the spring or maintaining rows during the growing season.

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Product Description

If you’ve ever used a rear tine tiller before you know they are the best way to break up sod and till soil. But if you’ve ever put a rear tine tiller in a garden and tried to control it around fences and precious rows, it may feel like holding onto a bucking bronco or a taking a bear cub for a walk. From breaking ground to creating a smooth seed-bed, the Earthquake Pioneer is designed to give you more control while still providing all of the benefits that dual-directions are known for. The arrangement of the transmission in the middle of the tiller creates a low center of gravity that is the key to a balanced and stable tilling experience. The transmission design also offers incredible efficiency allowing you accomplish the same amount of work as other tillers while taking advantage of an engine that is a lot lighter and a lot quieter than a typical rear-tine tiller. Featuring instant reverse, a simple pull of a handle allows you to back up without shifting gears. Dual control handlebars and a compact footprint make maneuvering in tight spaces a breeze and allow for one handed operation. Our super-wide airless tires never go flat and provide incredible traction. No matter what your garden challenge, Pioneer is designed to deliver from sod to seed.

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Customer reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
49 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use, performance, build quality and maneuverability of the soil tiller cultivator. They mention that it's easy to assemble, makes getting gardening tasks done quickly and that it functions pretty well. They appreciate the smooth operation and the power. On the other hand, some customers have reported issues with the engine.

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11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers find the soil tiller cultivator easy to use. They mention that it is well built, easy to assemble, and makes getting gardening tasks done quickly. They also appreciate the ease of pushing the tiller from one garden to another, and the fact that it starts easy even when cold. Customers also say that the repair process is fairly simple, and it easily turns up the soil clay.

"...As I am in my late 60’s this one is easier for me to use Overall I am very satisfied with the performance of this machine and would recommend it" Read more

"...Well, this tiller is well worth the money,husband loves it. Easy to use and handle,doesn't balk at rocks and tilling now is a pleasure instead of a..." Read more

"Easy to put together. Works like a dream. Easy even for a woman to use." Read more

"Easy to assemble. Started right up, easy to maneuver. Power was okay. It struggled on a few roots. It's smaller and will fit between the rows." Read more

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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the soil tiller cultivator. They mention that it functions pretty well, has a new engine, and is a workhorse. Some say that it is an excellent rototiller and can turn up the soil clay in their garden.

"Easy to put together. Works like a dream. Easy even for a woman to use." Read more

"...New engine working well and otherwise good machine." Read more

"This tiller works great whether you are breaking new ground or maintaining already disturbed soil. Its very easy to maneuver...." Read more

"...But after all that it have never failed to start and has been a workhorse and made getting my gardening tasks done quickly...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the soil tiller cultivator. They mention that it is well designed and well built.

"This tiller is very well built and easy to use...." Read more

"This Rototiller is AWESOME! I’m so glad I purchased it to replace my old front till rototiller. It drives so easily and is easy to use." Read more

"Very smooth operation with excellent power at half throttle. Well designed machine...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers find the maneuverability of the soil tiller cultivator to be excellent. They mention that it is very easy to maneuver, has smooth operation, and is easy to use.

"...Its very easy to maneuver. Would be better if it had side shields to keep the tilled soil from coming out the sides." Read more

"...It drives so easily and is easy to use." Read more

"Very smooth operation with excellent power at half throttle. Well designed machine...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers like the power of the soil tiller cultivator. For example, they say it has all the power they need for a medium to large garden, it struggles on a few roots, and has excellent power at half throttle. That said, they mention it's large and powerful, but its features make it controllable.

"Easy to assemble. Started right up, easy to maneuver. Power was okay. It struggled on a few roots. It's smaller and will fit between the rows." Read more

"...While it is large and powerful, its features make it controllable for all but the weakest operator. Assembly is a bit of a chore, but doable...." Read more

"Very smooth operation with excellent power at half throttle. Well designed machine...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the soil tiller cultivator. They say it's a workhorse.

"...Well, this tiller is well worth the money,husband loves it...." Read more

"...Still the best rototiller for a reasonable price I've ever had." Read more

"Good Value and a Workhorse!..." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the engine of the soil tiller cultivator. They mention that it is defective and never works.

"...The tiller was defective and never worked...." Read more

"Bought new but defective engine..." Read more

"Arrived defective and damaged and smashed..." Read more

Completely Satisfied
5 Stars
Completely Satisfied
I especially like the ease of pushing the tiller from one garden to another. Tilling is almost effortless. I've used several different brands over the past 50 years. This is the best one! At first I thought I had made a mistake but once I learned how to use the drag stake my opinion quickly changed. I have clay soil and the tiller has no problem working trough it. Except for flower gardens I mostly use it for cultivation. I was concerned it would cover up my corn as it was coming up. It did not.
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