MOTHER's 1985 Garden Tiller

What features make the perfect rotary tiller? Some gardeners prefer a light, maneuverable machine, while others favor a heavy, stable tiller. Some believe that chain drives are the most efficient, while others argue for the sturdy performance of gears. Indeed, it's unlikely that you'll get many people to agree on much of anything about tillers, except that the right one can save you a lot of work in an ambitious gardening project . . . and that there are a lot of different types available.

Our chart of tiller specifications reviews some of tshe major features that characterize walk-behind or handheld cultivation devices. Happy window-shopping!