Also known as the Pony rototiller the Troy-Bilt Pro-line (21A 665B766) boasts a 160cc Honda engine whose forward-rotating tines can powerfully till or cultivate large gardens.
In this review, we find out whether or not this garden beast is powerful enough to do what it promises.
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In this review, we find out whether or not this garden beast is powerful enough to do what it promises.
In a hurry?
Check out the Troy-Bilt Pro-Line garden tiller here. Or check out our review of another Troy-Bilt product, the TB154E here.
Key Features of the Pro-Line
- 160cc Honda OHV GX engine
- bronze gear drive
- 16 inches, tilling width
- up to 8 inches, tilling depth
- ideal for up to 1,500 sq. ft. garden
- forward-rotating tines
- protective front bumper
- 2-year limited manufacturer's warranty
Based on these features, the Pro-Line is expected to be a powerful garden tiller. Honda has a well-earned reputation, so expect a smooth run covering a large area of land. The adjustable tilling depth makes sure that even the hardest of grounds get well-aerated and ready to be planted on.
Consumer Feedback
How does the Pro-Line fare among consumers? Based on the rating given, this garden tiller lives up to its promises, having received a high score given by Amazon customers. Here is a summarized list of the Pro-Line's pros and cons as provided by consumers.
- Easy to start. It starts on the first pull.
- Tends to jump at times. This happens when you are trying to break sod or a rocky ground. But as one consumer said, once the rocks are cleared, you can run the Pro-Line with one hand.
- Minor blemishes such as scratches. This has something to do with the delivery, but since at least two consumers have pointed it out, we thought it's worth mentioning. These blemishes, though, don't affect this tiller's performance.
- Minimal assembly required. This is especially true with the handle bar.
- Honda engine is a beast. It is quiet, easy to start, and fuel efficient.
- Performs well. Not only can it till hard soil, but it also turns soil into fine powder.
- Easy to start. It starts on the first pull.
- Tends to jump at times. This happens when you are trying to break sod or a rocky ground. But as one consumer said, once the rocks are cleared, you can run the Pro-Line with one hand.
- Minor blemishes such as scratches. This has something to do with the delivery, but since at least two consumers have pointed it out, we thought it's worth mentioning. These blemishes, though, don't affect this tiller's performance.
- Minimal assembly required. This is especially true with the handle bar.
- Honda engine is a beast. It is quiet, easy to start, and fuel efficient.
- Performs well. Not only can it till hard soil, but it also turns soil into fine powder.
Troy-Bilt Pro-Line Review: Does it Live Up to the Hype?
Based on the positive feedback and high score given by consumers, the Pro-Line garden tiller does live up to the hype.
The Honda engine does not disappoint. It is quiet, powerful, and turns sod into find powder. The bottomline is, if you're looking for a powerful gas-powered engine that is big enough to tackle a large garden, yet small enough to fit between rows, the Troy-Bilt Pro-Line garden tiller is for you.
The Honda engine does not disappoint. It is quiet, powerful, and turns sod into find powder. The bottomline is, if you're looking for a powerful gas-powered engine that is big enough to tackle a large garden, yet small enough to fit between rows, the Troy-Bilt Pro-Line garden tiller is for you.