Product Description
How The Maxim MTC35H Compares To Other Tiller Options
Homeowners and market gardeners evaluating small tillers usually face this question: should I get a basic consumer mini tiller, this Maxim Mini Max with a gear-drive transmission, or step up to the larger Maxim compact tiller for bigger jobs?
Here's the honest comparison:
| Feature | Basic Consumer Mini Tiller ($150-$350) | Maxim MTC35H Mini Max ($536) | Maxim RM4H.MAX Compact Tiller ($1,462) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Small 2-stroke or 25-30cc 4-stroke | Honda GX35, 35cc, 4-cycle | Honda GX120, 118cc |
| Transmission | Basic gear or belt drive | Exclusive, heavy-duty gear drive | Chain drive, enclosed double-welded case |
| Tine Speed | Lower RPM | 250 RPM | Approximately 150 RPM |
| Tines | Basic steel, welded | 6 steel forged tines | Heavy-duty bolo tines, bolt-on replaceable blades |
| Tilling Width | 6-9 in. | 7 in., 13 in., or 16 in., adjustable | 13 in. or 19 in. |
| Tilling Depth | 4-6 in. | Up to 8 in. | Up to 8 in. |
| Handles | Basic plastic or thin steel | 3/4 in., .06 in. thick Q195 steel | 1 in., 14-gauge tubular steel |
| Carry Handle | Rarely included | Doubles as an engine guard | Separate engine guard |
| Weight | 20-35 lbs. | 50 lbs. | 110 lbs. |
| Country Of Origin | Overseas manufactured | Made in the USA with US and imported components | Made in the USA with US and imported components |
Why The Maxim MTC35H Is Worth The Investment
This isn't just a mini tiller, it's built around an exclusive, heavy-duty gear-drive transmission and a genuine Honda engine, giving it durability that basic consumer mini tillers in this size class don't offer.
The MTC35H specifically addresses the needs of homeowners and market gardeners who need a lightweight, portable machine for prepping small to medium garden beds and cultivating between planting rows.
Real Power In A Portable Package. At just 50 lbs. with a Honda GX35 4-cycle engine spinning the tines at 250 RPM, this machine delivers genuine tilling power that's easy to carry and maneuver between rows for weed control or bed prep.
Built For Precision Between Rows
Adjustable tilling width of 7 in., 13 in., or 16 in. lets the operator match the machine to row spacing or bed size
Fits perfectly between rows for optimum weed control without disturbing surrounding plants
Adjustable transport wheels and drag stake require no tools to reconfigure between jobs
Engineered For Durability
Exclusive, heavy-duty gear-drive transmission provides more reliable long-term performance than basic belt or lower-grade gear systems
6 steel forged tines stand up to repeated use in garden soil
Carrying handle doubles as an engine guard, protecting the engine while making transport easier
Real Savings
Genuine Honda engine reduces the breakdowns and replacement costs common with generic small engines
Heavy-duty gear-drive transmission reduces maintenance costs compared to basic belt-drive systems
Adjustable tilling width means one machine handles multiple bed and row sizes instead of needing separate tools
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 Homeowners and market gardeners who need a lightweight, portable tiller for garden beds and row cultivation can't afford a basic mini tiller that wears out quickly. The Maxim MTC35H is built with a genuine Honda engine, an exclusive gear-drive transmission, and forged steel tines, so it delivers reliable performance season after season. For anyone prepping small to medium garden plots or cultivating between rows, this is the machine built for the job.
- 4-cycle Honda engine
- Adjustable transport wheels and drag stake (no tools needed)
- Carrying handle that doubles as an engine guard
- Heavy-duty, exclusive, gear-drive transmission
- Steel forged tines
| Equipment Type | Tiller (Mid Tine) |
| Country of Origin | Made in the USA (with US and imported components) |
| Displacement | 35cc |
| Dry Weight | 50 Lbs |
| Engine | GX35 |
| Engine Brand | Honda |
| Handles | 3/4 In. - .06 In. Thick Q195 Steel |
| Hitch | Stamped With Drag Stake |
| Max Tine Speed | 250 Rpm |
| SKU | MTC35H |
| Starter | Recoil |
| Tilling Depth | Up To 8 In. |
| Tilling Width | 7 In., 13 In. Or 16 In. |
| Tines | Steel Forged Tines (6) |
| Tires | 1.375 In. X 7 In. |
| Transmission | Exclusive, Heavy-duty Gear Drive |