Tier C — Electric / cordless cultivator Garden tiller
BlackStone TIL-B 560
BlackStone's compact petrol tiller: a 161cc OHV engine (~3.9 hp effective) driving a 56 cm rotor (reducible to 44 cm), 24 tines of 25 cm diameter, through a single forward speed with belt-and-worm drive, 34 kg with folding handles. A light, simple petrol machine for soft or already-worked plots. Engine displacement, 56 cm width and 34 kg weight verified via BlackStone/AgriEuro.
Indicative price
£260–£340
Specifications verified.The specifications here have been checked against the manufacturer's published figures and/or dealer listings. The price is still sourced from dealer quotes — confirm it against a live quote before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Small to mid plots wanting a light petrol tiller without a power cord.
Strengths
- Light 34 kg for a petrol tiller
- 56 cm cut, reducible to 44 cm
- Folding handles for transport
- No mains cable
Trade-offs
- Single forward speed only
- No reverse gear
- Best on soft, pre-worked soil
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Front-tine · Electric / cordless cultivator |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | BlackStone 161cc OHV (~3.9 hp effective) |
| Power output | 3.9 hp / 2.9 kW |
| Working width | 56 cm |
| Weight | 34 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £260–£340 |
| Price basis | Dealer quote |
Front-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.
TIL-B 560 — your questions
How much does the BlackStone TIL-B 560 cost?
The indicative price is £260–£340, based on dealer quotes. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the TIL-B 560 suited to?
Small to mid plots wanting a light petrol tiller without a power cord. With a 56 cm working width it suits established beds and standard allotment plots.
Is the TIL-B 560 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (BlackStone 161cc OHV (~3.9 hp effective)). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
