BOTTOM LINE: A basic, relatively easy-to-put together pull behind broadcast spreader (made in the USA!). It easily holds the stated weight of whatever you're putting on your lawn, (though 130lbs will fill the hopper right to the very brim!). My tractor pulled it across flat lawns, some bumpy spots and a few low-graded side hills with no problems whatsoever. The fit & finish were very good, although there were a couple of tiny spots where the paint was scuffed. (But this is a fairly inexpensive basic lawn tool, not a pricey hotrod, so a flawless flashy paint job was not high on my priority list.) Speaking of which... some online photos make the frame color sort of look like a metallic copper orange. It's not. It's just plain orange, a little on the reddish side.
THOUGHTS: I tried to save money and bought a pull behind broadcast spreader years ago thru Sportsman's Guide. It lasted exactly three uses before falling apart! I got exactly what I paid for. *SIGH* I was a little nervous about buying this Agri-Fab unit as I've read a few bad reviews from owners here and elsewhere. The majority of reviews, however, were positive - plus I still have an Agri-Fab aerating drop spreader that's well over 15yrs old and still holding up. The 45-0463 unit came well packaged in a fairly sturdy box. It was a LOT lighter than I thought it would be. The thing is tightly packed and will take a few minutes to unload. Do yourself a favor and have a large, clutter-free workspace to put this thing together in if you can! Make certain all the listed parts are there first, and read the entire assembly instruction booklet *before* starting. The instructions aren't as detailed as I would've preferred, but I was able to figure it out. (There's also an online video from Agri-Fab, to help make the job easier for those who are less mechanically inclined.) I took my time and was able to tinker it together in less than two hours. A basic socket set will greatly speed the assembly process! Above all: BE PATIENT! A lot of the issues other customers reported would seem to be more from rushing thru things without proper preparation or not following the instructions properly, IMHO. (Like NOT tightening all the hardware until you're instructed to do so!) If something is missing, call Agri-Fab. I had one bolt missing from the vacuum-sealed parts bag. Thankfully I was able to find a suitable replacement in my misc nut & bolts stash.
The assembled unit looks pretty nice, hooks up easily and pulled with zero problems. (A hitch pin w/cotter securing pin comes with the spreader.) The adjustable discharge control unit is a very basic "set it & forget it" affair. I found that a setting right around 4 to 5 did a nicet job of spreading the recommended amount of product. I have a little over nine acres and first put down insecticide to keep fleas & ticks off our dog for the summer, then laid down a good coat of weed & feed right around the house to green up a few thin spots and wipe out the encroaching dandelions. Both products spread nicely; both the fine powdery insecticide AND the coarse grainy weed & feed - with no clumping or binding of the gear box, even with a full (heaping) load on the weed & feed. BTW... the gearbox is enclosed in a heavy black plastic housing, but the housing is held together, clamshell style, with three cotter-style pins for quick easy disassembly & cleaning/lubrication. It should also make replacement of any worn gear drive parts a breeze as well. Be aware that the broadcast spinner works whether going forward or backwards (it just changes direction), but that did not present any functionality issues when I did. Also, if you come to a stop and don't close the trap door beneath the hopper, whatever's in there will continue to trickle (or pour, depending on the setting) onto the spinner plate - potentially giving you an unintentionally huge overdose of chemical when you take off again, if you aren't paying attention. And some commonsense advice: rinse off your spreader after *every* use! That'll go a long way towards making it last a lot longer, plus the painted parts won't rust/corrode/deteriorate as quickly.
No, this Agri-Fab model 45-05463 isn't the world's greatest spreader but for the price it seems to be a solid bargain. In fact, my only real gripe is that the accessories that Agri-Fab sells for this unit, (hopper cover, grate kit & deflector shield), should've been included with it. Oh well. One last thing: the unit is light enough to lift and hang up out of the way on a nail or hook on the wall of your storage shed or garage at the end of the season. Nice.
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KEY FEATURES
- CAPACITY: 130 Pounds with approximate 1/2 acre (25,000 sq. Ft.) coverage
- SPREAD WIDTH: 10-12 ft. Spread
- HOPPER SIZE: 130 lb. Capacity
- WHEELS: 13" x 4" large pneumatic wheels
- ASSEMBLY: some assembly required; a video instruction guide is available to assist with the assembly process
- CONSTRUCTION: poly hopper and spreader plate, enclosed gear box
- OPERATION: on/off direct rod control accessible from the tractor seat
- HITCH: universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to all tractors
Why Buy an Agri-Fab Tow Behind Broadcast Spreader?
The Agri-Fab, Inc. 130-Pound. Tow Spreader Model #45-0463 will help you grow the beautiful lawn that you’ve always wanted. The best time to use a spreader is in the spring. For optimal results, spread grass seed over bare areas when needed. In the summer, fertilize and feed when necessary to enhance growth. An enclosed gearbox prevents spreading grass seed or fertilizer from disrupting activity. The Agri-Fab 130 lb. Tow Behind Spreader will last you for years to come with proper care and use.
- 130lb Tow Spreader / 25,000 sq ft. coverage; roughly 1/2 acre
- Enclosed removable gear box for easy maintenance.
- Steel rod flow control easy to open/close
- 13" x 4" large pneumatic wheels
- 1” diameter tubing and heavy-duty frame
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| Price | $369.99 | $249.84 | $186.40 | $174.86 | $114.78 | $299.99 |
| Coverage | 1 acre (40,000 sq. ft.) | 1 acre (40,000 sq. ft.) | 1/2 acre (25,000 sq. ft.) | 1/3 acre (17,500 sq. ft.) | 1/4 acre (14,000 sq. ft.) | 1 acre (40,000 sq. ft.) |
| Spread Width | Up to 12 ft. spread | Up to 12 ft. spread | 10-12 ft spread | Up to 10 ft. spread | Up to 10 ft. spread | 42" Controlled Spread |
| Wheels | 15" x 6" pneumatic tires with ball bearings | 13" x 5" pneumatic tires | 13" x 4" pneumatic tires | 10" pneumatic tires | 10" pneumatic tires | 13" x 4" pneumatic tires |
| Assembly | Some assembly required | Some assembly required | Some assembly required | Some assembly required | Some assembly required | Some assembly required |
| Construction | Poly hopper and spreader plate; enclosed gear box | Poly hopper and spreader plate, heat treated metal gears | Poly hopper and spreader plate; enclosed gear box with heat treated metal bevel gears | Poly hopper and spreader plate, heat treated metal gears | Poly hopper and spreader plate; enclosed gear box | Poly hopper and spreader plate; galvanized steel agitator |
| Operation | Raised On/Off direct rod control accessible from the tractor seat | Raised On/Off direct rod control accessible from the tractor seat | On/Off direct rod control accessible from the tractor seat | On/Off direct rod control accessible from the tractor seat | On/Off Cable control accessible from the tractor seat | On/Off direct rod control accessible from the tractor seat |
| Hitch | Universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to any brand of tractor | Universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to any brand of tractor | Universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to any brand of tractor | Universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to any brand of tractor | Universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to any brand of tractor | Universal hitch attaches quickly and easily to any brand of tractor |
| Assembled Weight | 58 lbs. | 42 | 37 lbs. | 31 lbs. | 18 lbs. | 50.5 lbs. |
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instructions could be revised - to put on end caps before starting any assembly - also directions state use the 1" bolt (labeled as F) but they are longer - not included in the shipment the 1" bolt needed to attach hopper.... will have to purchase a bolt to fit otherwise there will be a hole and allow seed to fall out. As far as easy to use - not so much for an atv - since to far back to reach to open when traveling...would need a second person to open hopper when you start out and stop....
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