Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
Honda FRC 800
Honda rear-tine rotavator for tougher soil.
Indicative price
£1,800–£2,400
Specifications verified.The specifications here have been checked against the manufacturer's published figures and/or dealer listings. The price is still sourced from dealer quotes — confirm it against a live quote before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Tougher UK clay soils.
Strengths
- Rear-tine power
- Self-propelled
- Handles clay better
Trade-offs
- Heavy
- Expensive
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Rear-tine · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | Honda GX240 270cc petrol |
| Power output | 7.1 hp / 5.3 kW |
| Working width | 51 cm |
| Weight | 120 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £1,800–£2,400 |
| 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.
FRC 800 — your questions
How much does the Honda FRC 800 cost?
The indicative price is £1,800–£2,400, based on dealer quotes. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the FRC 800 suited to?
Tougher UK clay soils. With a 51 cm working width it suits established beds and standard allotment plots.
Is the FRC 800 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (Honda GX240 270cc petrol). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
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