I use an old 24hp diesel kabota and a 5ft tiller and it workrd just fine. Just go slow.This tractor has a 3 speed pto and I put it in 1st for more power. I did about 1.5 acres tilled itand then ran a lime wagon this fall and used about 2gal gas. Then I will till it this spring just befor I plant. Illsee how it works.