For an additional $30 you can upgrade to the FastStart 2-Cycle Tiller. Starts the engine with 75% less effort. Here's how it works: FastStart features a spring-loaded, ratchet-recoil to adjust the piston and compress air while delivering fuel directly to the ignition point. One smooth, easy complete pull is usually all you'll need for faster, easier starts with much less effort. Choose the FastStart option when you order your tiller.
When ordering parts, you may need to locate the SV number of your engine. The SV number is located between the gas tank & the carburetor, behind the gas line, on a black and silver tab on the silver engine housing. 
Mantis® Classic TillersWhich Mantis Classic Tiller/Cultivator is Right For You?
All Mantis Classic Tillers Share the Following Features
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The original Mantis Tiller model, it's also the only version that can operate all available attachments, including the rugged trimmer bars. All 2-cycle engines operate on a gas and oil mix, so be prepared to blend the fuels. They can be noisier also, so consider the neighbors before early morning or evening gardening. Starting usually takes 2-3 pulls on a recoil cord. Our 2-cycle commercial grade engine is one of the finest available. |
Use the Mantis Tiller to create new beds, maintain existing gardens, quickly dig planting holes for trees and shrubs, and more. Powered by a 4-cycle Honda® engine, the tines spin twice as fast as other tillers. It's easy to start, requires no fuel mixing, and weighs only 24 pounds. Its unique, patented serpentine tines quickly cut through hard sod, compacted soil, or tangled weeds. Plus, the tines are guaranteed for life against breakage. |
Electric equipment is very easy to start and extremely quiet; so quiet you can garden virtually anytime with this unit. You will require an extension cord, so allow for this when judging distance and maneuverability requirements. Please note our trimmer bar attachments won't operate with this unit. Obviously no gas or fuel mix is required. Specially engineered to pack all of the necessary power to do the tough tilling jobs required. |
Unique FeaturesTime-tested, original Classic Mantis design Our lightest weight at just 20 lbs Our lowest priced tiller A great all-around value 21cc commercial grade engine |
Unique FeaturesTime-tested, original Classic Mantis design One of our lightest weight at just 24 lbs A great all-around value 25cc commercial grade engine |
Unique FeaturesAll the power of gas with a rugged electric 3/4 hp motor ECO-friendly with no noise, no fuel emissions, and no fumes 3 speed throttle Lightweight at just 21lbs Push button start |
SpecsTilling width: 9" Weight: 20 pounds Engine Starting/operating Noise Level: | | | |
SpecsTilling width: 9" Weight: 24 pounds Engine Starting/operating Noise Level | | |
SpecsTilling width: 9" Weight: 21 pounds Engine Starting/operating Noise Level: | |