Earthquake Versa 24734 2-in-1 Tiller Cultivator 79cc
- 79cc Viper engine, 4-cycle, gas powered
- 11, 16 or 21 inch tilling widths, changed without tools
- Up to 11 inch tilling depth, set by the drag stake
- Front tine tiller and cultivator in one machine
- 77 lb, with integrated transport wheels
- 5-year limited warranty
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A flexible gas tiller for a home garden that needs both wide ground prep and narrow row work. The limitation is its weight, so moving it between beds relies on the transport wheels.
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ASIN: B09V1Q6G3DCategory: Tillers
Overview
Vegetable gardens and backyard beds are where this front tine tiller earns its place, breaking ground in spring and tending rows later in the season. Removing the side shields and outer tines by hand turns it into a narrow cultivator for weeding, mulching and aerating.
Switching between tiller and cultivator without tools lets one machine cover the whole season, from preparing open ground to weeding between rows. Expect a heavy machine to steer, and the listing gives no detail on the starting system.
Who it's for
Gardeners with mixed beds, some wide open and some tightly planted, get both jobs from one gas machine. Those who want to avoid fuel, oil and engine upkeep should look at an electric cultivator instead.
Pros and cons
- Converts to a narrow cultivator without tools
- Three tilling widths for different beds
- Drag stake sets a consistent depth
- Integrated wheels for moving between beds
- Heavy to lift into a vehicle
- Gas engine needs fuel and maintenance
- Starting system not listed
Performance notes
Depth comes from the drag stake, which holds the tines at a set level so the seed bed stays even. Width depends on how many tines and shields are mounted, so the narrow setting puts the engine to work on less soil. The rotating tines also propel the machine forward, so the operator guides rather than pushes.
Specifications
| Brand | EARTHQUAKE |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Tilling width | 11 inches |
| Item weight | 77 pounds |
| Item dimensions d x W x h | 50 × 33.9 × 24 inches |
| Tilling depth | Up to 11 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power source | Gas |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Red, Black |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer warranty description | 5-Year Limited Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Engine displacement | 79cc |
| Engine type | 4-cycle Viper |
| Tine type | Front tine, standard rotating tines |
| Cultivator mode | Side shields and outer tines remove without tools |
| Transport | Integrated transport wheels |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Earthquake Versa 24734 a rear tine tiller?
No. It is a front tine tiller that converts to a narrow cultivator when you remove the side shields and outer tines, with no tools needed.
How do I set tilling depth on the Earthquake Versa?
Set the drag stake to the depth you want, up to 11 inches, to hold a consistent seed bed.
What jobs can the Earthquake Versa do in cultivator mode?
As a cultivator it can weed, mulch and aerate soil, working narrow rows between plants.
Is there US support for the Earthquake Versa tiller?
Yes. The listing says it is backed by a U.S. based customer support team along with the 5-year limited warranty.