Farmer-Helper FH-TL Standard Duty Tiller

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Working Width
33″ – 53″

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Tractor PTO
12- 40 HP
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-15%33″ Rotary Tiller, FH-TL85
Sale 15%$1,790.00Original price was: $1,790.00.$1,521.00Current price is: $1,521.00.23 in stock
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-15%53″ Rotary Tiller, FH-TL135
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-15%48″ Rotary Tiller, FH-TL125
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-15%41″ Rotary Tiller, FH-TL105
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I walked into the Creswell office months ago on my way home from work to look at their tillers for my 2025r. I was talking to the receptionist about a FH TL 125 and a voice out of the office near us threw out a price and said he had one. (without giving away the price)...... it was low. To make a long story short, the price was mis-quoted and although i gave them several opportunities to charge me the correct price, I was told "I'am a man of my word and i quoted you a price, thats the price you will pay." I have 10 acres and have used my tiller for months and it has worked great. I fully recommend betsco for both quality and integrity.
LOOKS LIKE TO WELL BUILT TILLER, JUST PUT IT TOGEATHER AND SET THE DRIVELINE CLUTCH, I DID A TEST RUN IN SOME HARD GROUND AND IT WORKED GREAT.
Very solid construction: 3/16, 1/4 or 5/16 steel throughout. Welds look well done, paint job is nicely done. Heavy duty fasteners.
The directions are somewhat difficult to read and the pictures do not match the unit, requiring the reader to use some imagination to see what is intended. The oil fill for the gear case is particular is awkward: you must remove the top cover (5 bolts) to access it (no mention of this in the manual). The gear box does not look like the directions and has no top fill plug, only a side plug for testing oil level. I used this side plug to fill the oil, which took a while as the funnel had to be held at a very low angle. Adjusting the offset is also a little cumbersome, but it is adjustable and thankfully this only really has to be done once.
There is a note to adjust the slip clutch to your local soil conditions. I backed my slip clutch nuts all the way off as directed and the unit churned through rocky New England soil with no problems. My JD 650 (14 hp pto) handled this with no difficulty.
For value and construction I give it 5 stars, for convenience and the quality of the user manual, only 3. 4 about sums it up.
(Thanks to his input it was noted that wrong product instructions were in this FH-TL manual. Instructions were for our VL-TL series Tiller. Manual has been corrected). We read all comments and product suggestions and thank our customers for their feedback.
I have only used it to till a large garden, but it did a beautiful job. We are very pleased with it. It did take quite a bit to adjust and and get working.
m just getting it unpacked and mounted on my Kubota. It looks like a very well made tiller and I am excited to try it out. I looked at a number of makes of tillers over the plast month and for the price and quality this one was the leader.
Who is Farmer-Helper?
Farmer Helper Machinery Co., Ltd (FHM) was established in 2009. The factory area is more than 20,000 square meters and houses 4 Metal laser cutting machines and more than 80 processing machines.
FHM manufactures a full range of high-quality implements for small to medium-sized tractor owners across the world. Farmer’s Helper has become an integral manufacturing premise for agricultural machines. Our team’s priority is customer success and satisfaction. We constantly improve our machines to meet customer demands and expectations.
Key Features:
Perfect for smaller and sub compact tractor with PTO HP of 12-40.
Makes Tilling work or breaking ground on new land easier.
This series of machines include a 6 spline 4 series 70cm (27 ½”) Slip clutch driveline.
This machine is capable of offsetting to the righthand side. Perfect for covering tire tracks, tilling near fences, and trees.
Has an adjustable tilling range of 2” to 4”.
This machine’s chain cover allows for easy and hassle-free maintenance.
The thicker side walls provide better durability and protection.
The larger blade swing provides a wider cover for better efficiency.
The Farmer-Helper TL Series Rotary Tiller is a versatile and efficient machine designed to satisfy various seedbed preparation needs, best suited for small to medium-duty residence use, hobby farms, gardens, small nurseries, and home owner landscaping projects.
Adaptable to 12 to 35-horsepower tractors, the tiller features a Cat I 3-point 6-spline slip clutch driveline and an oil bath transmission, meaning it will not wear out without being serviced. The adjustable tilling depth will enable you to adapt seedbed preparation to your requirements, and the right-hand offset design covers over the tire track, offering an even, tidy finish.
One of the most prominent features of the TL Series Rotary Tiller is its heat-resistant, dust-proof, debris-proof, and moisture-resistant chain tightener assembly. This reduces maintenance and the lifespan of the chain and sprockets. Its double-walled 1/4-inch sides and 14-inch blade swing provide additional durability and performance to enable the tiller to cut through various soils and conditions.
In short, the Farmer-Helper TL Series Rotary Tiller is an excellent choice for those searching for a durable and multi-faceted device for seedbed preparation in a wide range of residential and small-scale agricultural applications. Its simple operation and minimal maintenance requirements ensure it is well worth adding to any gardening or landscaping equipment roster.
Weight: The Farmer-Helper TL series is 310 lbs to 430 lbs depending on the size of the unit. Rotary Tillers need to be heavy in order for the tines to penetrate the ground and reduce bucking.
Working Width: The Farmer-Helper TL series has a tilling width of 33″ to 53″ depending on the size of the unit.
Offset: The Farmer-Helper TL series has an offset of 12″ to 18″ to the right of center, depending on the size of the unit. The tiller is offset from the center of the PTO so that you don’t end up with compacted tire tracks in you finished bed.
Rotation: The Farmer-Helper TL series are forward rotation as the tires of the tractor when traveling forward. This rotation requires less horsepower to operate; allows for a smoother bed of soil behind the tiller, and allows rocks to expel without recycling them through the tiller.
HP Required at the PTO: The Farmer-Helper TL series has a requirement of 12 – 40 hp at the PTO, depending on the size of the unit.
Working Depth: Adjustable side runners to 3″ – 4″ deep. Adjustable and replaceable side runners allow for deep tilling.
Total Number of Tines: The Farmer-Helper TL series has standard duty 19 oz tines. 16 to 28 tines, depending on the size of the unit. They are made of hardened tool steel. These tines are precisely spaced to maximize tilling coverage while at the same time reduce jamming caused by rocks and debris.
Blade Type: The Farmer-Helper TL series has L shaped tines.
Rotor Swing Diameter: The Farmer-Helper TL series has a 16″ diameter. Large swing diameter allows for deep digging.
Rear Deflector: Keeps dirt in and maintains a level finish. The deflector is shaped and formed for additional strength. Adjustable deflector level allows for various finish results.
Main Gearbox: ASAE 1- 3/8″ – 6 spline shaft, proven cast iron, oil bath gearbox; ratio is 1.69:1.
Chain Drive: Oil bath chain driven side gear drive mechanism. The TL Series Standard Rotary tiller has a rated 35 HP continuous use slip clutch comprised of adapter shafts to connect between your PTO shaft and the implement and two spring compressed clutch plates. The idea is, as the name implies, that a clutch, in this case two plates compressed by a series of springs on the casing, transmits power to the implement.
When there is an obstruction, the clutch slips and prevents the shock load from being transmitted to the tractor or absorbed completely by the implement.A key point in using a slip clutch is to make sure it is adjusted properly to begin with (ie it does in fact slip and you don’t have the springs set so tightly that it won’t) and also that you periodically loosen the springs to allow the clutch to slip so that the two plates don’t rust together.
Hitch Type: Standard 3-point category 1 hitch.
Parking Stand: Supports the tiller during storage to prevent it from tipping.
Finish: Baked on powder coat, powder coat is superior to paint.
Warranty: 90-day parts warranty with an optional up to 1 year extension.
Support Before and After the Sale: At Betstco our service department is staffed with professional technicians that inspect each machine before it is shipped. This ensures that you get a trouble free machine from the get go. When you need technical help or parts, our courteous staff can help you get what you need from our fully stocked warehouse. We keep a full line of replacement parts, and we can ship parts within 24 hours.
| Spec | FH-TL85 |
| Standard Tine Rotation | Yes |
| Working Width | 33” |
| Overall Width | 39” |
| Min-Max HP | 12-40 hp |
| 3 Point Hitch | Cat I |
| Offsetable Distance from Center | 12” |
| Gear Box Maximum PTO HP | 35 hp |
| Number of Flanges | 4 |
| Number of L shaped Tines | 16 |
| Maintenance free oil bath transmission | Auto adjusting #60 chain drive |
| Side Plate Thickness | 1/4” |
| Rotor swing dia | 14” |
| Adjustable tilling depth | 3”-4” |
| PTO slip clutch | Yes |
| 540 rpm pto drive line | Series 4 1-3/8” 6 spline quick connect slip clutch |
| Weight | 290 lbs |
| Crated weight | 325 lbs |
| Spec | FH-TL95 |
| Standard Tine Rotation | Yes |
| Working Width | 37” |
| Overall Width | 43” |
| Min-Max HP | 14-40 hp |
| 3 Point Hitch | Cat I |
| Offsetable Distance from Center | 12” |
| Gear Box Maximum PTO HP | 35 hp |
| Number of Flanges | 4 |
| Number of L shaped Tines | 16 |
| Maintenance free oil bath transmission | Auto adjusting #60 chain drive |
| Double walled housing | 1/4” |
| Rotor swing dia | 14” |
| Adjustable tilling depth | 3”-4” |
| PTO slip clutch | Yes |
| 540 rpm pto drive line | Series 4 1-3/8” 6 spline quick connect slip clutch |
| Weight | 320 lbs |
| Crated weight | 355 lbs |
| Spec | FH-TL105 |
| Standard Tine Rotation | Yes |
| Working Width | 41” |
| Overall Width | 47” |
| Min-Max HP | 16-40 hp |
| 3 Point Hitch | Cat I |
| Offsetable Distance from Center | 14” |
| Gear Box Maximum PTO HP | 35 hp |
| Number of Flanges | 5 |
| Number of L shaped Tines | 20 |
| Maintenance free oil bath transmission | Auto adjusting #60 chain drive |
| Double walled housing | 1/4” |
| Rotor swing dia | 14” |
| Adjustable tilling depth | 3”-4” |
| PTO slip clutch | Yes |
| 540 rpm pto drive line | Series 4 1-3/8” 6 spline quick connect slip clutch |
| Weight | 330 lbs |
| Crated weight | 365 lbs |
| Spec | FH-TL125 |
| Standard Tine Rotation | Yes |
| Working Width | 48” |
| Overall Width | 54” |
| Min-Max HP | 18-40 hp |
| 3 Point Hitch | Cat I |
| Offsetable Distance from Center | 16” |
| Gear Box Maximum PTO HP | 35 hp |
| Number of Flanges | 7 |
| Number of L shaped Tines | 28 |
| Maintenance free oil bath transmission | Auto adjusting #60 chain drive |
| Double walled housing | 1/4” |
| Rotor swing dia | 14” |
| Adjustable tilling depth | 3”-4” |
| PTO slip clutch | Yes |
| 540 rpm pto drive line | Series 4 1-3/8” 6 spline quick connect slip clutch |
| Weight | 352 lbs |
| Crated weight | 400 lbs |
| Spec | FH-TL135 |
| Standard Tine Rotation | Yes |
| Working Width | 53” |
| Overall Width | 60” |
| Min-Max HP | 20-40 hp |
| 3 Point Hitch | Cat I |
| Offsetable Distance from Center | 18” |
| Gear Box Maximum PTO HP | 35 hp |
| Number of Flanges | 7 |
| Number of L shaped Tines | 28 |
| Maintenance free oil bath transmission | Auto adjusting #60 chain drive |
| Double walled housing | 1/4” |
| Rotor swing dia | 14” |
| Adjustable tilling depth | 3”-4” |
| PTO slip clutch | Yes |
| 540 rpm pto drive line | Series 4 1-3/8” 6 spline quick connect slip clutch |
| Weight | 362 lbs |
| Crated weight | 410 lbs |


































