What features and functions should I look for In a petrol micro tiller?

• Powerful and reliable 2-stroke or mini 4-stroke petrol engine* from 25cc up to 40cc or more
• Lightweight and easy to start and use
• Tines/blades under the motor for easy manoeuvrability
• Reasonable working width of 25cm and upward
• Reasonable working depth of at least 20cm
• Fold down handles for easy transport and storage 

 

And on some advanced models you may find

 

• Wheels for even more convenient transport
• Larger fuel tank for fewer stops to re-fuel
• Ergonomic handles for comfort 

* NB: The advantage of a 4-stroke petrol engine is that you don’t have

 to mix the fuel and oil