The Bertolini BT195 benefits from top-notch Italian engineering solutions, and as such is the obvious choice for the more exacting domestic gardener or allotment enthusiast.

Driving this high-performance, high-specification tiller is a powerful 5.8hp (182cc) four-stroke overhead-valve engine from Emak; the K800H. Overhead-valve engines have become hugely popular in recent years, as they run cleaner, cooler and quieter than traditional side-valve units, as well as being significantly cheaper to run.

Power from the engine is delivered to the tines through an oil-bathed chain drive; a premium feature, which not only optimises torque transfer, but also works to greatly extend the machine’s service life. Bertolini have included a reverse gear, so you’ll have no trouble freeing the tiller in the event it becomes dug-in.

Thanks to its heavy-duty riveted-steel rotors and high-torque transmission, the Bertolini BT195 Front-Tine Cultivator will make light work of the most stubborn soil-types. A rotor guard and a handlebar-mounted rotor-brake lever combine to maximise user safety.

Some petrol cultivators can be awkward to control and tiring to use – not so the Bertolini BT195: it features ergonomic, height- and width-adjustable handlebars and a convenient multi-function lever, both of which combine with its relatively lightweight design (57kg) to ensure you’ll have no handling problems. A front transport wheel facilitates easier site-to-site movement.

Built to withstand the rigours of heavy-duty use, the Bertolini BT195 is constructed around a robust all-steel chassis, and is fitted with a reinforced transmission guard.

• A powerful and well-engineered Italian-built cultivator for more demanding home use
• Premium-grade 4-stroke overhead-valve engine from Emak
• Generous 82cm tilling-width for a rapid work rate over larger areas
• Tilling-width can be reduced for tight, inter-row applications
• Rugged riveted-steel rotors ensure the best possible tilling performance
• Oil-bathed chain drive guarantees optimum torque transfer and a long product life
• Reverse gear aids manoeuvrability and allows you to back easily out of tight spots
• Handy multi-function lever with integrated ‘throttle’ and ‘off’ controls
• Ergonomic handlebars can be set-up to suit the operator’s stature
• User friendly and easy to manage
• All-steel construction and reinforced chain guard confer impressive durability
• Transport wheel included