rotavator/cultivator?

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    are they the same thing??(sorry i'm stoopid!)
     
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    I hired a rotorvator about 3 weeks ago.

    A cultivator is used if your soil is 'cultivated' every year, as it is only a machine for lighter use, usually engine size is up to 6- 6 1/2 HP.

    A rotorvator is used when the ground has not been dug over for years and is hard going, engine size is between 7- 12 hp.

    If you have a 'Mark 1 hire' shop near you, they are usually very helpful.


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    thanks nathan!i think i'm gonna go for a 12hp diesel rotavator,does it make a difference if its petrol or diesel??
     
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    Usually hire shops use Petrol engine rotorvators..... And usually a Honda engine, as they are very reliable.

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