Tier B — Petrol garden tiller Garden tiller
Stihl MM 56
Stihl's mini cultivator, modular multi-tool base.
Indicative price
£400–£550

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: Bed cultivation with one power head.
Strengths
- Multi-tool platform
- Light
- Stihl dealer support
Trade-offs
- Small width
- Attachments add cost
Specifications
| Category | Garden tiller |
|---|---|
| Type | Front-tine · Petrol garden tiller |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | STIHL 2-MIX 27.2cc |
| Power output | 1.2 hp / 0.85 kW |
| Working width | 23 cm |
| Weight | 9 kg |
| Status | Current model |
| Indicative price | £400–£550 |
| 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.
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MM 56 — your questions
How much does the Stihl MM 56 cost?
The indicative price is £400–£550, based on current online listings. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the MM 56 suited to?
Bed cultivation with one power head. With a 23 cm working width it is built for tight spaces, raised beds and getting between rows.
Is the MM 56 petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol (STIHL 2-MIX 27.2cc). That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
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