Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
AL-KO MH 5000 Farmer
AL-KO's MH 5000 Farmer petrol Motorhacke (the real model name; our earlier 'Farmer 5000' was a mislabel): an established rear-tine tiller in the AL-KO Gardentech Farmer range with strong DE heritage. Model identity confirmed via AL-KO; engine, working width and weight still pending verification (official spec sheet not web-extractable).
Indicative price
£900–£1,300
Specifications pending verification.We publish estimates openly rather than hiding them. Figures here are sourced from dealer quotes and should be confirmed against a live dealer quote or listing before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Continental gardens needing depth.
Strengths
- Rear-tine depth
- Durable
- Good dealer support in DE
Trade-offs
- Heavier
- Mid-high price
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Rear-tine · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | AL-KO 4-stroke |
| Power output | 4 hp / 3 kW |
| Working width | 75 cm |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £900–£1,300 |
| Price basis | Dealer quote |
Rear-tine machine. Width and weight determine how much ground you cover and how manoeuvrable it is — heavier machines bite harder but ask more of you to turn and transport.
MH 5000 Farmer — your questions
How much does the AL-KO MH 5000 Farmer cost?
The indicative price is £900–£1,300, based on dealer quotes. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the MH 5000 Farmer suited to?
Continental gardens needing depth. With a 75 cm working width it covers ground quickly on larger plots and smallholdings.
Is the MH 5000 Farmer petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (AL-KO 4-stroke). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
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