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MechMaxx LRT42 Rotary Tiller 42" 3 Point Hitch Cat.1 Chain Drive PTO Shaft Included Shear Bolt 15-35 HP New

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The MechMaxx LRT Series rotary tiller is a compact, light-duty implement designed for Category 1 sub-compact and compact tractors. It is ideal for gardening, food plots, and small acreage soil preparation. The chain-driven rotor breaks up compacted soil, blends organic material, and helps create a fine, clod-free seedbed ready for planting. Equipped with a shear-bolt protected PTO driveline, the LRT Series offers simple, reliable protection against hidden rocks and roots. With its included PTO shaft and standard 3-point hitch design, this tiller attaches easily and operates smoothly, making it a practical choice for homeowners, hobby farmers, and homesteaders handling light-duty tillage tasks.

  • 42" Working Width – Well suited for small plots, home gardens, and landscape beds, while remaining easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
  • Manual Offset Capability – Adjustable up to 4 in to the right from center to better cover tractor tire tracks and edge areas.
  • Cast Iron Gearbox & Enclosed Chain Drive – Central cast iron gearbox paired with an oil-bath chain-driven rotor system for smooth operation, constant lubrication, and long service life.
  • Hardened Steel Tines & Depth Control – Replaceable C-shaped steel tines dig up to 5 in deep to break up hard ground and clods. Adjustable skid shoes allow consistent depth control.
  • Category 1 & Quick Hitch Compatible – Fits standard Cat.1 three-point hitch tractors and Cat.1 quick hitch systems for fast, hassle-free attachment.
  • PTO Shaft Included with Shear Bolt – Includes a matched PTO shaft with shear bolt protection to help safeguard the driveline during operation.

    NOTE – SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL!
    Before use, grease all grease fittings and fill the gearboxes with SAE 80W-90 gear oil:
    • Central gearbox: Approx. 0.5 L (0.53 qt)
    • Side gearbox: Approx. 1 L (1.06 qt)
1 year factory warranty

1 year factory warranty

Manufacturer direct shipping from CA, NJ, IL, & TX

Manufacturer direct shipping from CA, NJ, IL, & TX

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Authorized MechMaxx dealer
  • Cast Iron Gearbox + Enclosed Chain Drive: Durable oil-bath gearbox and protected chain drive system provide smooth operation, constant lubrication, and long service life.
  • 20 Heat-Treated C-Shaped Blades: Equipped with 20 heavy-duty C-shaped tines made from heat-treated 60Si2Mn spring steel, this tiller bites aggressively into soil while maintaining flexibility and durability. The 4-blades-per-flange design ensures consistent soil mixing and even tilling across the full width.
  • Shifts Up to 4" Right of Center: This tiller features a manual offset adjustment up to 4" to the right, allowing you to better cover tractor tire tracks and work closer to edges, fences, and raised beds without needing extra passes.
  • PTO Shaft with Shear Bolt Protection: Includes a Series 4 PTO driveline with 1-3/8" 6-spline ends and shear bolt protection to safeguard your tractor and tiller from shock loads caused by rocks or buried debris.
  • Adjustable Skid Shoes: Heavy-duty adjustable skid shoes allow you to fine-tune working depth up to 5", helping you adapt to different soil conditions — from light garden prep to deeper ground reworking.
  • NSK Bearing: We use NSK bearings made in Japan. NSK is one of the best quality bearings on the market today. We believe that high-quality bearings of this type are required in applications with high loads and dynamic forces. These bearings run smoothly, quietly, and coolly, which is something not to be overlooked when purchasing a rotary tiller.

Working Width: 42 in

Number of Flanges: 5

Overall Dimensions (L×W×H): 50.6 x 30.6 x 32 in

Number of Blades: 20

Max Working Depth: 5 in

Blade Arrangement: 4 Blades per Flange

Offset Capability: 4 in Left / Right from Center

Blade Type: Heat-Treated 60Si2Mn Steel “C”-Shaped

Skid Shoes: Adjustable Depth Control

PTO Shaft Included: Yes

Rotor Bearing: NSK Bearing

PTO Shaft: Series 4 PTO Shaft with Shear Bolt, 1-3/8" × 6-Spline (Both Ends), Length: 27.5-30 in

Rotor Rotation: Forward

Tractor PTO Speed: 540 RPM

Rotor Speed @ 540 PTO RPM: 284 RPM

Recommended PTO HP: 15-35 HP

Rotor Diameter: 2.5 in

3 Point Hitch: Cat.1

Rotor Swing Diameter: 13.8 in

Quick Hitch Compatibility: Cat.1 Quick Hitch Compatible

Side Drive Type: Chain Driven

Rear Deflector: Hinged

Side Box Lubrication: SAE 80W-90, Approx. 1 L (1.06 qt)NOTE: SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL.

Parking Stand Included: Yes

Main Gearbox: Cast Iron Oil-Bath Gearbox, Gear Ratio 1.46:1

Packing Size (L×W×H): 51.97 x 24.41 x 25.59 in

Gearbox Lubrication: SAE 80W-90, Approx. 0.5L (0.53 qt)NOTE: SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL.

Weight (N.W/G.W.): 308.64/380.29 lbs

This item comes with a 1 year factory warranty.
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