- Drop spreader or broadcast spreader?
- A drop spreader places material straight down between the wheels, so it stays out of beds and off pavement. A broadcast spreader throws material wider and covers open ground faster but is less precise near edges.
- What can I tow it with?
- It is designed to tow behind a riding mower or garden tractor with a hitch pin. Towing by hand is possible but awkward given the weight.
- How much does the hopper hold?
- The polyethylene hopper holds up to 175 lbs of seed, fertilizer or ice melt. The spreader itself weighs about 38 lbs.
- How wide is the spread?
- The drop pattern is 42 inches wide, matching the spreader's overall width. Overlap each pass slightly to avoid stripes.
- Does it need assembly?
- Yes, it ships unassembled and takes roughly an hour to put together with basic hand tools. The carton is about 37 by 13 by 19 inches.
- Can I use it for ice melt?
- Yes. The poly hopper resists corrosion, so salt and ice melt are fine. Rinse it after use to keep the gate mechanism free.
- Where is the Agri-Fab 42" 175-lb Poly Tow Drop Spreader cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $329.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Agri-Fab 42" 175-lb Poly Tow Drop Spreader?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Lowe's, Tractor Supply Co, Blain's Farm & Fleet.