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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?

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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! — 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.

The Solution Section (FAQ)
What is the Reveal 4-N-1?

The Reveal 4-N-1 is a tractor-mounted ground prep tool that does the work of four implements in one: a chisel plow, land leveler, scraper box, and harrow pulverizing roller. Designed, manufactured, and marketed by Don Reveal at D.J. Reveal, Inc. as a family business since 1989, it makes arena preparation and maintenance faster and less labor-intensive. The multiple functions are hydraulically controlled, so you operate them from the tractor seat without hooking and unhooking separate equipment.

Does the Reveal 4-N-1 really do the work of several tools?

It uses an easy 3-point hookup and is built in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your equipment, with several sizes available. The Regular Model adapts to smaller tractors (23hp 4wd to 32hp 4wd) and weighs 320 lbs less than the Heavyweight. The Heavyweight Model is used with larger tractors from 50hp to 130hp for moving heavier soils or more soil at a time.

Which model is right for my tractor and arena?

There are five models. The Regular fits smaller tractors; the Heavyweight handles larger tractors and heavier soils; the Short Model has just one leveling channel, shortening the unit by two feet for tighter working areas; the Wheel Unit converts the tool into a land plane for easier leveling and multiple operators; and the Laser Unit (used with the Wheel Unit) provides precise slope on job sites with leveling accuracy up to 5%, ideal for custom arena work.

What ground materials can the Reveal 4-N-1 work on?

The Reveal 4-N-1 works on many different materials, including sand, clay, soil, rubber-added footing, and gravel. Horse owners use it to keep arenas in good condition with minimal time and effort, inside and outside the arena. Beyond arenas it also handles driveways, landscaping, no-till farmland, drainage, parking lots, and even snow removal.

Is there a way to control dust and keep arena footing moist?

Yes. The Water Kit can be mounted on the 7' and 8' models (the 6' model's base is not wide enough) either at the time of purchase or later. It has two 65-gallon water tanks driven by a 12-volt electric pump, with a magnetic-backed switch that mounts on your tractor and a spray boom that delivers a 10-gallon-per-minute flow rate. How often you need it depends on temperature, airflow, arena usage, footing type, and the discipline of the horses.

How often do I need to use the watering option?

It is the original ground prep tool, built since 1989, and the only tool endorsed by the NBHA and the ANHA. The easy 3-point hookup plus hydraulically changeable functions give you more capabilities in a single pass than competitors, and despite combining four tools it remains reasonably priced. The company sums it up simply: go with the Original, still the best.

Is the Reveal 4-N-1 only for horse arenas?

It is made by D.J. Reveal, Inc. in Mt. Orab, Ohio, and sold throughout the United States as well as internationally, including Canada, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and Guatemala. It is put to use for arenas, gravel driveways, landscaping, erosion repair, agricultural work, ball-field maintenance, and more.

How can I order a Reveal 4-N-1 or ask which model fits my needs?

Call D.J. Reveal, Inc. at 937-444-2609 or visit https://www.reveal4-n-1.com/about.html to compare models, see the unit in action, and ask about the right size and Water Kit for your arena. The staff can help you match the tool to your tractor's horsepower and hitch category so you get proper footing for your horses.

Who makes the Reveal 4-N-1?

The four functions are the chisel plows (which rip the ground from 0 inches to 7 1/2 inches deep), the leveling box (two angled channels that cut and redistribute material for a smooth finish), the harrow beam (staggered teeth that comb and settle the footing), and the roller (spiral steel pins that break up clods and firm the surface). Together they let you dig the ground up or firm it down in a single pass. The company sums it up as 'the only tool you need to do it all.'

Why is it called a '4-N-1'?

It is made by Reveal 4-N-1, LLC, a family business that Don and Janet Reveal started in 1990. After Don's passing in 2009, the Reveal family has continued to design, build, and sell the tool with the same friendly, professional service. Quality of the product that bears the family name remains their stated priority.

How deep can the chisel plows dig?

The Reveal 4-N-1 works a wide variety of materials including sand, clay, soil, rubber-added footing, and gravel for driveways. Its dual capability to both dig ground up and firm it down lets it adapt to nearly any condition. That versatility is why it is used for far more than horse arenas.

How does the leveling box work?

Yes. Because it can be set to dig the ground loose or firm it down, the tool adapts to whatever footing a discipline calls for — barrel racers, cutters, ropers, hunter jumpers, and dressage riders are all specifically named by the company. The operator dials in the desired ground condition from the tractor seat using the hydraulic controls.

What does the harrow beam do?

There are three core styles: the Regular (the base model, big enough for big jobs but easy to handle with modest-sized tractors), the Heavyweight (all the functions of the Regular but built for larger tractor horsepower and bigger jobs), and the Short Model (similar to the Regular but shorter for tighter work areas). The unit also comes in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your equipment.

Tell me about the roller.

The Water Kit lets you add moisture to the footing exactly when and where it is needed, without bringing in a water wagon or hose. It has two 65-gallon tanks for a 130-gallon capacity, two 12-volt pumps located under the tanks, and positive shut-off valves to prevent drips, with a magnetic control switch mounted on the tractor and a flow rate of roughly 10 gallons per minute. It is available for 7-foot and 8-foot models only and can be purchased with the unit or added later.

What models are available?

The Wheel Kit adds rear wheels with an independent hydraulic ram that give maximum control of the tool for leveling. The wheels let the 4-N-1 be used as a land plane and eliminate the 'waves' that can occur with a standard 3-point tool. It is available on all sizes and can be purchased with the unit or added later, though adding it afterward requires welding.

How accurate is the Laser Model?

The Laser Model's leveling control system is accurate to within 1/4 inch over 1000 feet. It continuously adjusts the position of the tool to the desired grade automatically, using a tractor-mounted control panel, a five-light target, and a proportional valve that controls the flow of hydraulic fluid. It can be operated either manually or in automatic mode and comes complete with a level laser sending unit and tripod.

Does it have a water system for dusty arenas?

The chisel plows rip the ground from 0 inches to 7 1/2 inches deep, and the depth is hydraulically controlled so the driver never has to dismount to adjust it. The chisel plow teeth are reversible and come 2 inches wide as standard or in a 'hard faced' version. Optional sweeps are available in 6-inch, 8-inch, and 12-inch widths.

What ground materials and arena disciplines does it handle?

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 center. This continuous movement of material is what makes the 4-N-1 such an effective leveling tool. The rear wings extend 6 inches past everything else on the sides so you can work right next to sidewalks, buildings, or arena rails and pull footing back from the edge, leaving a smooth finish without the common 'ridge.'

Is the Reveal 4-N-1 endorsed by any associations?

The roller is either 5 or 6 inches in diameter and has 1/2-inch by 1-inch steel pins welded onto it in a spiral pattern. It is designed to break up any remaining clods and firm the surface of the material. The roller is spring-loaded to prevent damage from large objects that may be turned up by the harrow teeth.

What hitch categories and tractor sizes does it fit?

Yes. According to the company, the Reveal 4-N-1 is the only tool endorsed by the NBHA and the ANHA. The brand also stresses that it is the original multi-purpose tool of its kind, cautioning buyers not to be fooled by imitators.

What optional accessories are offered besides the Water Kit?

The tool is sold and used throughout the United States and internationally, with success reported in Canada, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and Guatemala. It is used for arenas, gravel driveways, landscaping, erosion repair, agricultural use, ball field maintenance, and more. The company manufactures and markets the tool directly as a family business.

Can I rent a Reveal 4-N-1 before buying?

You can request pricing through the Quick Quote form on reveal4-n-1.com or contact the company directly. Reveal 4-N-1, LLC is located at 15686 Webber Road, Mt. Orab, OH 45154, with phone (937) 444-2609, fax (937) 444-4984, and email [email protected]. Replacement parts are also available directly through the company at current pricing.

How do I get a quote or place an order?

Yes, rental options are available at two listed locations. Gap Power Rentals is at 5399 Lincoln Hwy E, Gap, PA 17527 (717-442-8970, www.gappower.com), and Imagine That Tool Rental is at 1461 US 68 South, Wilmington, OH 45177 (937-382-1843, www.imaginethattool.com). Renting can be a good way to try the tool on your own ground before purchasing.

What makes the Reveal 4-N-1 different from imitators?

The Reveal 4-N-1 is used for gravel driveways, landscaping, erosion repair, agricultural work, ball field maintenance, and waterways in addition to horse arenas. Its capabilities include smoothing, fluffing, packing tight, constant leveling, digging up, rolling down, pulling material back from edges, pulverizing clods, and filling in holes. Anyone working the ground can get better results with less effort using the single hydraulically controlled unit.

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