245,000 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of Tillers to be produced in North America (United States and Mexico) in 2022.
This information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink™ , which provides information on engines, and OE Link™, a database of equipment manufacturers.
Exports: Mexico: up to 65% worldwide. United States: up to 25% worldwide
Market Share: With 39.5% of total units produced, Schiller Grounds Care leads in production of Tillers in North America. With combined plant totals of 37.5% (Mexico and US), MTD is in second place. Third, is Honda Power with 11.5%.
Trends: In 2021, production of Tillers in North America decreased 15%. Production is expected to increase 2.3% in 2022, compared to 2021. The decrease in 2021 was caused by Husqvarna discontinuing its line of tillers along with Cub Cadet, Columbia and Craftsman branded units being terminated in 2020 at the MTD Tupelo, MS plant. Husqvarna’s decision to cease tiller production was due to recall circumstances. The increase is driven by home owners using tillers to maintain their yards; there has been a constant demand for tillers in both the commercial and residential sectors Consumers are increasingly willing to spend their disposable incomes on durable goods, landscaping services, and recreational activities, boosting demand for both consumer and commercial outdoor power equipment. Expect production to increase 10% by 2025.
Carol Turner is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, at Power Systems Research
