Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
Hecht 785
Hecht's wide budget cultivator: a 196cc OHV 4-stroke engine (max 4.1 kW / 5.6 hp) driving steel tines (38 cm diameter) to an adjustable 32/50/84 cm working width usable in pairs of 2/4/6 tines, 52 kg. A lot of width for the price. Engine, power, 84 cm max width and 52 kg weight verified via Hecht.
Indicative price
£280–£400
Specifications verified.The specifications here have been checked against the manufacturer's published figures and/or dealer listings. The price is still sourced from current online listings — confirm it against a live quote before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Larger allotments on a tight budget.
Strengths
- Wide 84 cm cut
- Adjustable 2/4/6 tine sets
- Strong value
- Good for larger budget plots
Trade-offs
- Budget build for the size
- Front-tine on clay
- Weight/price to verify
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Front-tine · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | 196cc OHV 4-stroke (5.7 hp) |
| Power output | 5.6 hp / 4.1 kW |
| Working width | 84 cm |
| Weight | 52 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £280–£400 |
| Price basis | Online listing |
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.
785 — your questions
How much does the Hecht 785 cost?
The indicative price is £280–£400, based on current online listings. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the 785 suited to?
Larger allotments on a tight budget. With a 84 cm working width it covers ground quickly on larger plots and smallholdings.
Is the 785 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (196cc OHV 4-stroke (5.7 hp)). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
