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Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated May 2026

Reveal 4-N-1 ground prep tool front view showing hydraulic chisel plows on a 3-point hitch

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's 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 replace in your equipment shed?

The Reveal 4-N-1 has the capabilities of multiple tools without the hassle and time required to hook-up and unhook several pieces of equipment. One pass smooths it out, fluffs it up, packs it tight, levels it, digs it up, rolls it down, pulls it back from edges, pulverizes clods, and fills in holes. Because the multiple functions are hydraulically operated, the tool lets you control the ground "all from the comfort of your tractor seat" rather than being limited to a single-function implement.

Reveal 4-N-1 arena drag rear view showing harrow beam and roller assembly

Who builds the Reveal 4-N-1, and how long have they done it?
The tool is the work of a family business: Don and Janet Reveal began the operation, gained national recognition through hard work and attention to customer service, and built a tool that bears the family name. Since Don's passing in 2009, the family has continued to operate the company, now Reveal 4-N-1, LLC, with the same friendly and professional service. As they put it, "We are the original, and still the best multi-purpose tool" — a direct answer to imitators.

Reveal 4-N-1 reversible chisel plow teeth that rip ground up to 7 1/2 inches deep

How do the four working sections do their job?

The Chisel Plows rip the ground from 0" to 7 1/2" deep, raised and lowered by dual hydraulic rams standard on every 4-N-1; the reversible teeth come 2" wide standard or "hard faced," with 6", 8", or 12" sweep options. The BOX uses two angled channels to cut high material to the outside and carry it back to center, and its rear-channel wings extend 6" further than anything else to work next to sidewalks, buildings, or arena rails without leaving the common "ridge." The Harrow Beam (a 4"x6" or 6"x6" beam with two staggered rows of teeth set 3" deep at the factory) combs and settles material, while the Roller — 5" or 6" in diameter with 1/2"x 1" steel pins welded in a spiral pattern — packs and finishes the surface.

Reveal 4-N-1 finishing roller with steel pins welded in a spiral pattern

Which footing materials and disciplines is it built for?

Anyone working the ground can get better results with less effort using the Reveal 4-n-1 on sand, clay, soil, rubber-added footing, and gravel (driveways). It is uniquely suited to the arena because it can dig the ground up or firm it down, adapting to whatever ground condition or riding style is desired — Barrel Racers, Cutters, Ropers, Hunter Jumpers, and Dressage among them. Beyond arenas, owners use it for gravel driveways, landscaping, erosion repair, agricultural use, and ball field maintenance.

What sizes, hitch categories, and optional kits can you order?
The 4-N-1 is offered in 6-, 7-, and 8-foot tools and can be built in 10-, 12-, or 14-foot widths upon request, in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your tractor. The lineup includes the Regular, Heavyweight, and Short Model, plus a Wheel Model and the Ultimate 4-N-1 Laser Model with an automated control system. A water kit for the 7' and 8' models holds two 65-gallon tanks for wetting down dusty arenas and maintaining moisture, and a rear wheel kit and laser kit are also available.

Where do you buy, rent, or get a quote?
Reveal 4-N-1, LLC. is located at 15686 Webber Road, Mt. Orab, OH 45154; call (937) 444-2609, fax (937) 444-4984, or email for a free brochure or a quick quote. The tool is sold and used throughout the United States and internationally — Canada, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and Guatemala. Rental options are available through Gap Power Rentals (5399 Lincoln Hwy E, Gap, PA 17527; ) and Imagine That Tool Rental (1461 US 68 South, Wilmington, OH 45177; ).

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The Solution Section (FAQ)

Who is D.J. Reveal, Inc.?

D.J. Reveal, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets the Reveal 4-N-1 as a family business since 1989. Per the company, the Reveal 4-N-1 was originally designed for landscapers and sod farmers, but horse owners discovered it worked perfectly to keep arenas in good condition with minimum time and effort. The Reveal 4-N-1 is the only tool endorsed by the NBHA and ANHA.

What does the Reveal 4-N-1 do?

Per Reveal, the unit combines the capabilities of multiple tools — chisel plow, land leveler, scraper box, and harrow pulverizing roller — without the hassle of hooking and unhooking several pieces of equipment. Hydraulically operated and controlled from the comfort of the tractor seat. Available in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your equipment, and works on sand, clay, soil, rubber-added, and gravel surfaces.

What models are available?

Per Reveal, five models cover most operations:

Regular Model — adaptable to smaller tractors (23hp 4WD – 32hp 4WD); 320 lbs lighter than the Heavyweight
Heavyweight Model — for larger tractors (50hp – 130hp); moves heavier soils or more soil at a time
Short Model — for tighter working areas; one leveling channel shortens the unit by two feet
Wheel Unit — turns the unit into a land plane for easier leveling and consistent maintenance; required for laser equipment
Laser Unit — used with the Wheel Unit; provides precise slope (up to 5% accuracy) for custom arena work

Is there a watering kit for dust control?

Yes. Per Reveal, the Water Kit mounts to the 7' and 8' models (the 6' base is too narrow). Two 65-gallon water tanks operated by a 12-volt electric water pump; magnetic-back electric switch mounts on the tractor; spray boom delivers a 10-gallon-per-minute flow rate. Excellent for dust control and consistent moisture for long periods. Can be added at purchase or mounted later.

What makes the Reveal different from competitors?

Per Reveal, the Reveal 4-N-1 features easy 3-point hook-up and more functions readily changeable by hydraulic control than competitors. The multi-functional design works for arenas, driveways, landscaping, no-till farmland, drainage, parking lots, and even snow removal — all at a reasonable price.

Where is the Reveal 4-N-1 used?

Per Reveal, the unit is sold and used throughout the United States and internationally — Canada, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and Guatemala. Horse properties use it both inside and outside the arena to keep their grounds in top condition.

How do I reach D.J. Reveal?

Call (937) 444-2609, email [email protected], or visit reveal4-n-1.com. D.J. Reveal, Inc. is at 15686 Webber Road, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154.

What is the Reveal 4-N-1?

It is a rugged, hydraulically operated arena and ground prep tool that combines several implements into one. The company describes it as having the capabilities of multiple tools without the hassle and time required to hook-up and unhook several pieces of equipment, so a single pass can smooth, fluff, pack, level, dig, roll, and fill in holes.

What do the four functions in '4-N-1' refer to?

The four working sections are the Chisel Plows, the Box (leveling blade), the Harrow Beam, and the Roller. The Chisel Plows rip the ground, the Box levels and moves material, the Harrow Beam combs and settles the footing, and the Roller packs and finishes the surface.

How deep can the Reveal 4-N-1 rip the ground?

The chisel plows allow you to rip the ground from 0" to 7 1/2" deep. The depth is hydraulically controlled with dual hydraulic rams that are standard on every 4-N-1, which means the driver does not need to dismount to make adjustments.

Who manufactures the Reveal 4-N-1?

It is made by Reveal 4-N-1, LLC., a family business. Don and Janet Reveal began the operation and gained national recognition through hard work and attention to customer service; since Don's passing in 2009, the family has continued to operate the business with the same friendly and professional service.

What sizes does the Reveal 4-N-1 come in?

The tool is available in 6-, 7-, and 8-foot working widths. It can also be built in 10-, 12-, or 14-foot widths upon request, so it can be matched to the size of the arena or job and the available tractor.

What tractor hitch categories does it fit?

The unit is available in hitch categories 1, 2, and 3 to match your equipment. That range lets it work behind everything from modest-sized tractors up to larger machines.

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

It is designed for a variety of materials including sand, clay, soil, rubber-added footing, and gravel (driveways). It can dig the ground up or firm it down, so it adapts to whatever ground condition or riding style is desired.

Which riding disciplines is the tool suited to?

Because it can both loosen and pack footing, it is uniquely suited to the arena and adaptable to many riding styles. The company specifically names Barrel Racers, Cutters, Ropers, Hunter Jumpers, and Dressage among the disciplines it serves.

What is the water kit and which models use it?

A water kit is available for the 7' and 8' models. It holds two 65-gallon tanks for wetting down dusty arenas and maintaining moisture, helping keep footing consistent during use.

What special models are available?

Beyond the Regular, Heavyweight, and Short Model, the company offers a Wheel Model and the Ultimate 4-N-1 Laser Model with an automated control system. Optional kits include a water kit, a rear wheel kit, and a laser kit so the tool can be configured to your needs.

What is the Box and why does it level so well?

The Box consists of two channels: the front channel is angled to cut off high material and move it to the outside, and the rear channel catches that material and moves it back to the center. This movement of material is what makes the Reveal 4-n-1 such an effective leveling tool, and the rear-channel wings extend 6" further than anything else to pull material back from arena rails and leave a smooth finish without the common 'ridge.'

How does the harrow beam work?

The harrow beam is a 4"x6" or 6"x6" beam with 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, and the teeth are set at the factory to work 3" deep but can be adjusted up or down to meet specific needs.

What kind of roller does it use?

The roller is either 5" or 6" in diameter and has 1/2"x 1" steel pins welded on in a spiral pattern. It is used for the finishing pass, packing and texturing the surface after the ground has been ripped, leveled, and harrowed.

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

Yes. The company states the Reveal 4-n-1 is the only tool endorsed by the NBHA (National Barrel Horse Association) and the ANHA. It cautions buyers not to be fooled by imitators, positioning itself as the original multi-purpose tool.

Can I rent a Reveal 4-N-1 instead of buying one?

Yes, rental options are available at select locations. These include Gap Power Rentals at 5399 Lincoln Hwy E, Gap, PA 17527 (717-442-8970, www.gappower.com) and Imagine That Tool Rental at 1461 US 68 South, Wilmington, OH 45177 (937-382-1843, www.imaginethattool.com).

How do I contact Reveal 4-N-1 to buy one or get a quote?

Reveal 4-N-1, LLC. is located at 15686 Webber Road, Mt. Orab, OH 45154. You can call (937) 444-2609, fax (937) 444-4984, or email [email protected] for a free brochure, pricing, or a quick quote; the tool is sold and used across the United States and internationally.