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Reveal 4-N-1 , The ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989! — Barn Accessories (The Reveal 4-N-1 ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989)

Reveal 4-N-1 , The ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989!

The Reveal 4-N-1 ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989! is a rugged hard working tool designed

Want a single ground-prep tool that's been trusted since 1989 and does the work of four?

Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated June 2026
Reveal 4-N-1 , The ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989! — Barn Accessories (The Reveal 4-N-1 ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989)
Reveal 4-N-1 , The ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989! — Barn Accessories (The Reveal 4-N-1 ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989)

Reveal 4-N-1, The ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989!
The Reveal 4-N-1ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989!is a rugged hard working tool designed to make arena preparation and maintenance easier and less time consuming.

About Our Company

D.J. Reveal, Inc.The Reveal 4-N-1 is designed, manufactured, and marketed by Don Reveal as a family business since 1989.We understand the ground finishing process like no one else, and have developed the ultimate ground prep tool to meet your needs like no other tool. The unit is made in various sizes to suit your needs, in hitch categories 1, 2 and 3 to match your equipment. Don't be fooled by imitators, go with the Original, Still the Best, the Reveal 4-N-1.

The Reveal 4-N-1 was originally designed with the landscaper in mind, and many landscapers and sod farmers are using the unit to prepare seed beds and ready the ground for laying sod. Soon the horse owners discovered it worked perfectly to keep their arenas in good condition, with a minimum of time and effort. Virtually anyone working the ground can do it better and with less effort on many different types of materials including gravel (driveways), sand, clay, dirt, rubber-added, etc. The Reveal 4-N-1 is the only tool endorsed by the NBHA and the ANHA.

Is It True That The Reveal 4-N-1 Does The Work Of Several Tools?
Yes and this is why it is SO popular! The Reveal 4-N-1 has the capabilities of multiple toolswithout the hassle and time required to hook and unhook several pieces of equipment. Because of the multiple functions that are hydraulically operated, this one tool allows you to control the situation without being limited to a single function piece of equipment, all from the comfort of your tractor seat. Our unit is available in various sizes and in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your equipment. Anyone working the ground can get better results with less effort by using the reveal 4-n-1 on a variety of materials including: sand, clay, soil, rubber-added, and gravel (driveways). More About The Amazing Reveal 4-N-1
The Reveal 4-N-1 is a rugged hard working tool designed to make arena preparation and maintenance easier and less time consuming. We offer five different models for you to choose from depending on your needs:

Regular Model - adaptable to smaller tractors (23hp- 4wd - 32hp- 4wd) with all the same capabilities of the other models (weighs 320 lbs less than the heavyweight)

Heavyweight Model- used with larger tractors (50hp-130hp) used to move heavier soils and /or the need to move more soil at a time

Short Model - used in tighter working areas - having only has one leveling channel it shortens the unit by two feet

Wheel Unit - allows unit to be used as a land plane, which makes leveling a lot easier, as well as maintaining that level. Great when you have multiple operators. Wheel unit is necessary to use laser equipment.

Laser Unit- adaptable with wheel unit - provides precise slope on job sites - quick and easy application with precise leveling of up to 5% accuracy. This unit is excellent for custom arena work.

What Makes The Reveal 4-N-1 Different From The Competition?


Our product is different from our competitors because it has an easy 3-point hook-up and more functions and capabilities readily changeable by hydraulic control. Here are some other unique features:

  • Chisel plow
  • Land leveler
  • Scraper box
  • Harrow pulverizing roller

What' so great about our product is that even with all these functions it is still reasonably priced.

Being a multi-functional tool it can be used also for driveways, landscaping, no-till farmland and drainage solutions, parking lots and even snow removal.



Is There A Watering Kit That I Can Add For Dust Control?

You bet! Our Water Kitcan be mounted to the 7' and 8' models (the base is not wide enough to mount on the 6' model) at time of purchase or easily mounted at a later time. It has two 65-gallon water tanks operated by a 12-volt electric water pump. The electric switch easily mounts on your tractor with a magnetic back. The spray boom allows you to put water where you need it at a 10-gallon per minute flow rate. Excellent to control dust and maintain consistent moisture control for long periods.

This product is very easy for both men and women to use and how often you need to use the water option depends on temperature, airflow, and arena usage. The type of footing and the discipline of the horses will also determine the amount. What makes our product different from the competition is that it is very convenient to use and easy to maintain moisture and is designed specifically for the Reveal 4-N-1.

Order Your Reveal 4-N-1 And Water Kit Today!

The Reveal 4-N-1 and Water Kit are the ultimate arena and ground prep tools that no arena should be without! The Reveal 4-n-1 is sold and used throughout the United States and internationally (Canada, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and Guatemala) with great success for arenas, gravel driveways, landscaping, erosion repair, agricultural use, ball field maintenance and much more... horse properties use it both inside and outside the arena to keep their grounds in top condition! Easy to use and maintain, these products will ensure proper footing for your horse, so don't wait-- Call US today!


What does the Reveal 4-N-1 actually combine into one pass?

The Reveal 4-N-1 puts the work of four separate ground tools onto a single three-point implement, so you never hook and unhook a string of equipment to finish one arena. In order, the tool runs a row of chisel plows, a leveling box built from two angled channels, a staggered harrow beam, and a spiked roller. Because the functions are hydraulically operated, the operator controls every adjustment from the tractor seat instead of climbing off between passes. As the company puts it, "Reveal 4-N-1 is the only tool you need to do it all."

Who builds it, and how long has the family been at it?
The Reveal 4-N-1 is designed, manufactured, and marketed by D.J. Reveal, Inc., the family business behind "The ORIGINAL Ground Prep Tool Since 1989." Don and Janet Reveal built the company through hard work and attention to customer service, and since Don's passing in 2009 the family has continued operating it with the same friendly, professional service. The shop is located in Mt. Orab, OH 45154, and the tool is sold and used across the United States and internationally, including Canada, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and Guatemala. Their standing invitation to skeptics is simple: "Ask the person who owns one."

How do the chisel plows, box, harrow, and roller each do their job?
The chisel plows rip the ground from 0" to 7 1/2" deep, with reversible teeth in 2" wide standard or hard-faced versions plus 6", 8", or 12" sweep options. The box uses two angled channels — a front channel that cuts off high material and pushes it outward, and a rear channel that catches and returns it to center — and its rear wings extend 6" past everything else so you can pull footing back from the rail without leaving the usual ridge. The harrow beam (a 4"x6" or 6"x6" beam with two staggered rows of teeth) combs and settles the worked material, factory-set to 3" deep and hydraulically raised for larger stone. Finally, the 5" or 6" diameter roller, studded with 1/2"x1" steel pins in a spiral pattern and spring-loaded against damage, breaks remaining clods and firms the surface.

Which model and hitch category fits your tractor?

The Regular is the base model — big enough for big jobs but easy to handle with modest-sized tractors — while the Heavyweight is built for larger-HP tractors and the Short Model suits tighter spaces. Units come in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your equipment, and a Wheel Model adds rear wheels on an independent hydraulic ram for land-plane-grade leveling. At the top sits the Ultimate Laser Model, whose laser control system is accurate to within 1/4" in 1000', runs manually or fully automatic, and operates from a standard 1/2" remote outlet. Across all of them the chisel plows raise and lower on dual hydraulic rams while the harrow teeth and roller move on a centrally mounted cylinder.

What surfaces and disciplines is it suited for?

Because the Reveal 4-N-1 can either dig the ground up or firm it down, it adapts to whatever footing a rider wants — Barrel Racers, Cutters, Ropers, Hunter Jumpers, and Dressage all condition arenas differently, and one tool serves them all. It performs on a variety of materials including sand, clay, soil, rubber-added blends, and gravel driveways. Beyond horse arenas it handles driveways, agricultural ground, erosion repair, ballfield maintenance, landscaping, and waterways. The Reveal 4-N-1 is the only tool of its kind endorsed by the NBHA (Official Tool of the National Barrel Horse Association) and the ANHA.

How do you add water, options, or buy one?
The optional Water Kit (for 7' and 8' models only, and mountable on units already in use) carries two 65-gallon tanks for 130-gallon capacity, two 12-volt pumps, drip-free positive shut-off valves, a tractor-mounted magnetic control switch, and roughly a 10-gallon-per-minute flow rate to lay moisture exactly where dusty footing needs it. Other options include the Wheel Kit and double-action ratchet jacks in place of hydraulic cylinders, and all replacement parts are available directly from the company. To buy, use the Quick Quote form or call D.J. Reveal, Inc. at (937) 444-2609 (fax, ); rentals are available through Gap Power Rentals in Gap, PA and Imagine That Tool Rental in Wilmington, OH.

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What is the Reveal 4-N-1?
The Reveal 4-N-1 is a tractor-mounted ground prep tool designed to make arena preparation and maintenance easier and less time consuming. It has been designed, manufactured, and marketed by Don Reveal as a family business, D.J. Reveal, Inc., since 1989. It is built to keep horse arenas in good condition with a minimum of time and effort.
Does the Reveal 4-N-1 really do the work of several tools?
Yes, and that is a big reason it is so popular. It combines the capabilities of multiple tools, including a chisel plow, land leveler, scraper box, and harrow pulverizing roller, without the hassle of hooking and unhooking several pieces of equipment. Because the functions are hydraulically operated, you can control everything from the comfort of your tractor seat.
Which model is right for my tractor and arena?
There are five models to choose from depending on your needs. The Regular Model adapts to smaller tractors (23hp 4wd to 32hp 4wd), the Heavyweight Model is used with larger tractors (50hp to 130hp) for heavier or larger volumes of soil, and the Short Model fits tighter working areas by shortening the unit by two feet. The Wheel Unit lets the tool work as a land plane for easier leveling, and the Laser Unit adapts to the Wheel Unit for precise slope and custom arena work.
What ground materials can the Reveal 4-N-1 work on?
Virtually anyone working the ground can get better results with less effort on many different types of materials, including sand, clay, soil or dirt, rubber-added footing, and gravel driveways. Horse properties use it both inside and outside the arena to keep their grounds in top condition.
Is there a way to control dust and keep arena footing moist?
Yes. The Water Kit can be mounted to the 7' and 8' models, either at the time of purchase or easily added later (the base is not wide enough to mount on the 6' model). It uses two 65-gallon water tanks driven by a 12-volt electric water pump, with a spray boom that delivers water at a 10-gallon-per-minute flow rate to control dust and maintain consistent moisture for long periods.
How often do I need to use the watering option?
How often you water depends on temperature, airflow, and arena usage, and the type of footing and the discipline of the horses also affect the amount needed. The Water Kit is designed specifically for the Reveal 4-N-1 and is easy for both men and women to use, making it convenient to keep moisture consistent.
Is the Reveal 4-N-1 only for horse arenas?
No. It was originally designed with the landscaper in mind, and landscapers and sod farmers use it to prepare seed beds and ready the ground for laying sod. As a multi-functional tool it is also used for driveways, no-till farmland, drainage solutions, parking lots, erosion repair, ball field maintenance, and even snow removal, though horse owners found it works perfectly for keeping arenas in good condition.
How can I order a Reveal 4-N-1 or ask which model fits my needs?
The Reveal 4-N-1 is sold and used throughout the United States and internationally, and the team at D.J. Reveal, Inc. can help you choose the right model and hitch category (1, 2, or 3) to match your equipment. Call (937) 444-2609, email info@reveal4-n-1.com, or visit http://www.reveal4-n-1.com/ to get started.
Who makes the Reveal 4-N-1?
It is designed, manufactured, and marketed by D.J. Reveal, Inc., a family business in Mt. Orab, Ohio. Don and Janet Reveal began the company in 1989, and after Don's passing in 2009 the family has continued running it with the same service. The product bears the family name, and quality is described by the company as its priority.
Why is it called a '4-N-1'?
The name reflects the four tools built into the unit: a row of chisel plows that rip and loosen, a box of two angled channels that levels, a harrow beam that combs and settles, and a roller that firms the surface. Together they replace four pieces of equipment, so you don't have to hitch and unhitch separate machines for each step. The company's slogan sums it up: 'Reveal 4-N-1 is the only tool you need to do it all.'
How deep can the chisel plows dig?
The chisel plows rip the ground from 0 inches to 7 1/2 inches deep. The depth is hydraulically controlled, so the driver does not need to dismount to make adjustments. The chisel teeth are reversible and come in a 2-inch-wide standard or a 'hard-faced' version, with optional 6-inch, 8-inch, or 12-inch sweeps.
How does the leveling box work?
The box consists of two channels. The front channel is angled to cut off high material and move it to the outside of the tool, while the rear channel is angled to catch that material and move it back to the center — and that movement is what makes the unit such an effective leveler. The wings on the rear channel extend 6 inches further than anything else on the sides, letting you work next to sidewalks, buildings, or arena rails and leaving a smooth finish without the usual ridge.
What does the harrow beam do?
The harrow beam is a 4x6 or 6x6 beam carrying two staggered rows of harrow teeth that comb and settle the material being worked, and it can also rake trash from the job site. It is hydraulically controlled so it can be raised for working larger stone or dragging material. The teeth are factory-set to work 3 inches deep but can be driven up or down to a different depth for specific needs.
Tell me about the roller.
The roller is 5 or 6 inches in diameter and has 1/2-inch by 1-inch steel pins welded on in a spiral pattern. Its job is to break up any remaining clods and firm the surface of the footing. It is spring-loaded to prevent damage from large objects that the harrow teeth may turn up.
What models are available?
The lineup includes the Regular (the base model, sized for big jobs yet easy for modest tractors), the Heavyweight (for larger-horsepower tractors), and the Short Model for tighter areas. Above those are the Wheel Model, which adds rear wheels on an independent hydraulic ram for precise leveling, and the Ultimate Laser Model with an automated laser-grading control system. Units are also offered in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your tractor.
How accurate is the Laser Model?
The laser control system is accurate to within 1/4 inch in 1000 feet (the company notes actual units may vary and to call for details). It can be operated either manually or in fully automatic mode and runs from a standard 1/2-inch hydraulic remote outlet. Its core components are a tractor-mounted control panel, a five-light target, and a proportional valve that controls the flow of hydraulic fluid — letting you prepare more ground in less time.
Does it have a water system for dusty arenas?
Yes. The optional Water Kit, available for the 7-foot and 8-foot models only, carries two 65-gallon tanks for a 130-gallon capacity, with two 12-volt pumps located under the tanks and individually adjustable nozzles on a spray boom. It uses positive shut-off, drip-free valves and a tractor-mounted magnetic control switch, delivering roughly 10 gallons per minute so you can add moisture exactly where the footing needs it. It can be purchased with the unit or mounted to a tool already in use.
What ground materials and arena disciplines does it handle?
The Reveal 4-N-1 works a variety of materials including sand, clay, soil, rubber-added footing, and gravel driveways. Because it can dig the ground up or firm it down, it adapts to whatever condition or riding style is desired — the company specifically names Barrel Racers, Cutters, Ropers, Hunter Jumpers, and Dressage. Beyond arenas it is used for driveways, agricultural ground, erosion repair, ballfield maintenance, landscaping, and waterways.
Is the Reveal 4-N-1 endorsed by any associations?
Yes. It is the Official Tool of the NBHA (National Barrel Horse Association) and is also endorsed by the ANHA. The company states it is the only tool of its kind endorsed by both. These endorsements reflect more than three decades of use in competitive arena footing.
What hitch categories and tractor sizes does it fit?
The unit is available in three-point hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match different tractors. The Regular model is intended for modest- to mid-sized tractors, while the Heavyweight is built for larger-horsepower machines. Sizing options include the 7-foot and 8-foot models that can also accept the Water Kit.
What optional accessories are offered besides the Water Kit?
Two notable options are the Wheel Kit and the ratchet jacks. The Wheel Kit is available on all sizes (it requires welding when added later) and lets the tool act as a land plane to eliminate the 'waves' that can occur with a 3-point tool. The ratchet jacks are double-action screw-type ratchets that can replace the hydraulic cylinders, though they require manual adjustment by the operator.
Can I rent a Reveal 4-N-1 before buying?
Yes, rental options are available through two listed locations. Gap Power Rentals is at 5399 Lincoln Hwy E, Gap, PA 17527 (717-442-8970, www.gappower.com). Imagine That Tool Rental is at 1461 US 68 South, Wilmington, OH 45177 (937-382-1843, www.imaginethattool.com).
How do I get a quote or place an order?
You can request pricing through the Quick Quote form on the Reveal 4-N-1 website or contact the company directly. Call D.J. Reveal, Inc. at (937) 444-2609, fax 937-444-4984, or email info@reveal4-n-1.com; the company is located in Mt. Orab, OH 45154. All replacement parts are also available directly from the company — contact them for current pricing.
What makes the Reveal 4-N-1 different from imitators?
The company positions itself as the original and still the best multi-purpose ground tool, cautioning buyers, 'Don't be fooled by imitators.' The combination of four hydraulically controlled tools in one frame, the 6-inch rear wings that pull footing back from the rail without a ridge, and dual-association endorsement set it apart. With more than three decades of manufacturing since 1989 and international use, its standing pitch remains, 'Ask the person who owns one.'

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