Key Features
How The Maxim RMT55H.MAX Compares To Other Tiller Options
Rental operations and landscaping crews evaluating mid-tine commercial tillers usually face this question: should I get the smaller Maxim compact tiller, this larger RMT55H.MAX rental-grade unit, or step up to the full hydraulic rear-tine machine?
| Feature | Maxim RM4H.MAX Compact Tiller | Maxim RMT55H.MAX Commercial Tiller | Maxim RT190H Hydraulic Rear-Tine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Honda GX120, 118cc | Honda GX160, 163cc | Honda GX270, 270cc |
| Transmission | Chain drive, enclosed double-welded case | Chain drive, enclosed double-welded case | Hydraulic, tandem variable displacement pumps |
| Tilling Width | 13 in or 19 in | 14 in or 26 in | 18 in |
| Weight | 110 lbs | 147 lbs | 315 lbs |
Product Description
How The Maxim RMT55H.MAX Compares To Other Tiller Options
Rental operations and landscaping crews evaluating mid-tine commercial tillers usually face this question: should I get the smaller Maxim compact tiller, this larger RMT55H.MAX rental-grade unit, or step up to the full hydraulic rear-tine machine?
Here's the honest comparison:
| Feature | Maxim RM4H.MAX Compact Tiller ($1,462) | Maxim RMT55H.MAX Commercial Tiller ($1,755) | Maxim RT190H Hydraulic Rear-Tine ($5,799) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Honda GX120, 118cc | Honda GX160, 163cc | Honda GX270, 270cc |
| Transmission | Chain drive, enclosed double-welded case | Chain drive, enclosed double-welded case | Hydraulic, tandem variable displacement pumps |
| Tine Speed | Approximately 150 RPM | 72 RPM | Up to 300 RPM, dual rotating |
| Tine Type | Heavy-duty bolo tines, bolt-on blades | Heavy-duty slasher tines, bolt-on blades | Heavy-duty bolo tines, dual rotating |
| Tilling Width | 13 in. or 19 in. | 14 in. or 26 in. | 18 in. |
| Tilling Depth | Up to 8 in. | Up to 10 in. | 8 in. |
| Hitch | Stamped hitch with drag stake | Precision cast hitch with spring-loaded pin | Adjustable drive stake |
| Weight | 110 lbs. | 147 lbs. | 315 lbs. |
| Built For | Regular commercial use in gardens and tight spaces | Demanding rental environments and daily professional use | Large-scale professional tilling, tough soil |
Why The Maxim RMT55H.MAX Is Worth The Investment
This isn't just a mid-tine tiller, it's built specifically for the abuse of rental fleet duty and daily professional use, with a wider tilling capacity and deeper reach than Maxim's compact model.
The RMT55H.MAX specifically addresses the needs of rental operations and landscaping crews who need a rugged, low-maintenance tiller that handles varied job sizes without the added investment of a hydraulic rear-tine machine.
Built To Take On Tough Jobs, Repeatedly. Rugged, reliable, and low-maintenance by design, this tiller is engineered specifically for demanding rental environments where different operators use the machine daily on varied soil conditions, without the downtime that lighter units experience under that kind of use.
Built To Keep Debris Out
Transmission is enclosed in a double-welded case for durability
An extra metal shield keeps wires and vines out of the transmission, preventing the jams common with exposed chain drives
Spring-loaded steel wheels support smoother handling during operation
Engineered For Wider, Deeper Tilling
Heavy-duty slasher tines with bolt-on replaceable blades extend the working life of the tine assembly
Adjustable tilling width of 14 in. or 26 in. covers a wider range of job sizes than the compact model
Tilling depth up to 10 in. reaches deeper than Maxim's compact tiller for tougher ground prep
Real Savings
Bolt-on replaceable tine blades reduce the cost of tine replacement compared to welded, non-replaceable designs
Low-maintenance rental-grade construction reduces downtime and service costs in high-use environments
Precision cast hitch with a spring-loaded pin simplifies attachment changes and reduces wear on connection points
Free shipping and no sales tax through Summit Forge Supply keeps the total cost down compared to buying elsewhere and paying tax and freight separately
The Bottom Line Rental operations and landscaping crews putting a tiller through daily, varied use can't afford a machine that breaks down under repeated abuse. The Maxim RMT55H.MAX is built with a shielded chain transmission, replaceable bolt-on tines, and rental-grade durability, so it holds up to demanding daily use across a wider range of job sizes. For anyone running a tiller through a rental fleet or landscaping operation, this is the machine built to take the punishment.
- Transmission is enclosed in a double-welded case; an extra metal shield keeps wires and vines out
- Heavy-duty tines with bolt-on replaceable blades
- Spring-loaded steel wheels
- Engine guard
- Heavy-duty frames have reinforcement at points of stress
- Heavy-duty drag bar with a spring-loaded pin
- Precision cast hitch with a spring-loaded pin
- 10 x 1.75 wheels for transport only
| Equipment Type | Tiller (Mid Tine) |
| Country of Origin | Made in the USA (with US and imported components) |
| Displacement | 163cc |
| Dry Weight | 147 Lbs |
| Engine | GX160 |
| Engine Brand | Honda |
| Handles | 1 In.-12 Gauge Tubular Steel |
| Hitch | Precision Cast Hitch With Spring Loaded Pin |
| Max Tine Speed | 72 Rpm |
| SKU | RMT55H.MAX |
| Starter | Recoil |
| Tilling Depth | Up To 10 In. |
| Tilling Width | 14 In. Or 26 In. |
| Tines | Heavy-duty Slasher Tines With Replaceable, Bolt-on Blades |
| Tires | 10 X 1.75 (for Transport Only) |
| Transmission | Chain Drive |
Full Spec Sheet
| Model | RMT55H.MAX |
| Engine | Honda GX160, 163cc |
| Transmission | Chain drive, double-welded case |
| Max Tine Speed | 72 RPM |
| Tilling Width | 14 in or 26 in |
| Tilling Depth | Up to 10 in |
| Tines | Heavy-duty slasher, bolt-on replaceable blades |
| Dry Weight | 147 lbs |
| Origin | Made in the USA, US and imported components |