Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
Scheppach MTP470
Scheppach's mid petrol Motorhacke, sitting below the MTP560: a 208cc 4-stroke (4.2 kW / 5.7 PS) driving a 16-knife roller for a 48 cm working width to 10 cm depth, with forward and reverse gears. A capable, affordable DACH tiller. Engine, width, depth, gears and knife count verified via Scheppach listings; weight pending verification.
Indicative price
£180–£260
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: DACH gardeners wanting an affordable mid petrol tiller.
Strengths
- 208cc engine with forward + reverse
- 16-knife roller, 48 cm width
- Affordable Scheppach pricing
- Widely available in the DACH market
Trade-offs
- Shallow 10 cm depth
- Front-tine on hard ground
- Weight to verify
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Front-tine · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | 208cc 4-stroke OHV (5.7 hp) |
| Power output | 5.7 hp / 4.2 kW |
| Working width | 48 cm |
| Weight | 70.2 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £180–£260 |
| 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.
MTP470 — your questions
How much does the Scheppach MTP470 cost?
The indicative price is £180–£260, based on current online listings. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the MTP470 suited to?
DACH gardeners wanting an affordable mid petrol tiller. With a 48 cm working width it suits established beds and standard allotment plots.
Is the MTP470 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (208cc 4-stroke OHV (5.7 hp)). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
