BCS 853 vs Tilmor Power Ox: premium vs value pro
A straight comparison for value-conscious pro buyers — what each machine is, where it wins, and which one we'd pick.
| Specification | 853 bcs | Power Ox tilmor |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Tier A — Pro two-wheel tractor | Tier A — Pro two-wheel tractor |
| Category | Two-wheel tractor | Two-wheel tractor |
| Power | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine / motor | ACME / Honda GX390 class diesel or petrol | Honda GX120 ~3.5 hp (or B&S 550 Series 127 cc) |
| Power output | 13 hp | 3.5 hp |
| Tine type | Rotary hoe | Rotary hoe |
| Working width | 80 cm | 60 cm |
| Weight | 165 kg | 70 kg |
| Status | Current | Current |
| Indicative price | £4,500–£6,000 | £2,200–£3,200 |
| Best for | Market gardens and small farms running multiple implements | Buyers wanting pro features at a lower price |
Our verdict
BCS 853 for budget-no-object and resale; Tilmor Power Ox for pro features at a lower price.
BCS 853
BCS's flagship large two-wheel tractor. The reference machine for serious smallholders and market gardens.
Best for: Market gardens and small farms running multiple implements.
Tilmor Power Ox
The Tilmor Power Ox is a light, well-balanced market-garden two-wheel tractor (US-built), powered by a small Honda GX120 (~3.5 hp) or Briggs & Stratton 550 Series (127 cc) engine with high ground clearance for working between beds with tool-bar implements, wheel hoes and cultivators. Engine options and the light-tool-carrier design verified via Tilmor; power figure, working width and weight depend on configuration and are still pending verification.
Best for: Buyers wanting pro features at a lower price.
Comparison FAQ
853 or Power Ox — which should I buy?
BCS 853 for budget-no-object and resale; Tilmor Power Ox for pro features at a lower price.
Are the 853 and Power Ox in the same class?
Yes — both are Tier A machines, so this is a like-for-like comparison.