Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
Stihl MH 585
Stihl's mid-range multi-purpose tiller: a 149 cc STIHL XT675 OHV engine driving an 85 cm working width (reducible to 60 cm via a dividable hoe set) with one forward and one reverse gear, at a relatively light 44 kg.
Indicative price
£730–£970
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: Medium-sized gardens needing a versatile, manageable petrol tiller.
Strengths
- Wide 85 cm working width on a fairly light frame
- Hoe set divides down to 60 cm for narrower beds
- Reverse gear for easier manoeuvring
- Stihl build and dealer network
Trade-offs
- No published PS rating from Stihl
- Single forward gear
- Premium price for the class
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Mid-mounted · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | STIHL XT675 OHV (149 cc) |
| Power output | 3.1 hp / 2.3 kW |
| Working width | 85 cm |
| Weight | 44 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £730–£970 |
| Price basis | Dealer quote |
Mid-mounted 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.
MH 585 — your questions
How much does the Stihl MH 585 cost?
The indicative price is £730–£970, based on dealer quotes. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the MH 585 suited to?
Medium-sized gardens needing a versatile, manageable petrol tiller. With a 85 cm working width it covers ground quickly on larger plots and smallholdings.
Is the MH 585 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (STIHL XT675 OHV (149 cc)). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
