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McCulloch MFT55-180R

McCulloch mid front-tine tiller: a 179cc RATO 4-stroke engine (~3.5 kW) driving 4 tines for a 55 cm working width to 28 cm depth, 52 kg, with forward/reverse and a transport wheel. Husqvarna-group value brand. Engine, 55 cm width, 28 cm depth, 52 kg and 3.5 kW verified via UK retailer listings.

Indicative price
£300–£450

McCulloch MFT55-180R tiller
McCulloch

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.

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Who it's for

Best for: Mid-size gardens and allotments on a budget.

Strengths

  • Good width for the price
  • Husqvarna-group support
  • Decent 28 cm depth
  • Adjustable width

Trade-offs

  • 52 kg to manoeuvre
  • Front-tine on clay
  • Brand presence shrinking in UK

Specifications

Specifications for MFT55-180R
Category Garden tiller
Type Front-tine · Petrol garden tiller
Power source Petrol
Engine RATO 179cc
Power output 4.8 hp / 3.5 kW
Working width 55 cm
Weight 52 kg
Status Current model
Indicative price £300–£450
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.

MFT55-180R — your questions

How much does the McCulloch MFT55-180R cost?

The indicative price is £300–£450, based on current online listings. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.

What size plot is the MFT55-180R suited to?

Mid-size gardens and allotments on a budget. With a 55 cm working width it suits established beds and standard allotment plots.

Is the MFT55-180R petrol, diesel or electric?

It is petrol (RATO 179cc). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.