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Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator

Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator

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$260.99at C-A-L Ranch StoresChecked 6 h ago

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Price facts

  • Best price today: $260.99 at C-A-L Ranch Stores (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 6 stores.

Our take on the Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator

The Agri-Fab 45-0544 is a tow-behind plug aerator that pulls 24 galvanized knives through the soil to pull up cores and relieve compaction. It covers a 40-inch path and works up to 3 inches deep, with a weight tray that takes sand or concrete blocks to push the tines in on hard ground. It suits owners of a riding mower or garden tractor with a lawn of a quarter acre or more, especially clay or high-traffic turf. Against spike aerators it removes soil rather than poking holes, and against walk-behind plug units it saves effort on large lawns, though it needs a tow vehicle and ballast to bite.

Best forLarge lawns needing yearly core aerationRiding mower and garden tractor ownersClay or compacted soilHigh-traffic and drought-stressed turf
Pros
  • 24 galvanized plug tines resist rust
  • 40-inch swath covers ground quickly
  • Up to 3-inch depth for real compaction relief
  • Weight tray lets you add ballast for hard soil
  • Flat-free 10-inch tires need no air
  • Simple hitch-pin hookup to a tow bar
Cons
  • Needs a riding mower or tractor to pull
  • Light as shipped, so it can skip on hard ground without ballast
  • Plug cores left on the surface need raking or drying
  • No lift lever, so raising the tines takes manual work

Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator prices at every store

  • The Home DepotNew

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    $199.99Free shippingChecked 6 h ago
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  • Coastal Farm & RanchNew

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    $260.99Free shippingChecked 6 h ago
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  • Country Home ProductsNew

    In stock

    $299.99Free shippingChecked 6 h ago
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  • C-A-L Ranch StoresNew

    Availability unknown

    $260.99Free shippingChecked 6 h ago
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  • Fleet FarmNew

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    $269.99Free shippingChecked 6 h ago
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Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator price history

Lowest price we've seen: $199.99 on Nov 10 at The Home Depot. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners who tow it behind a rider report it pulls clean plugs and holds up over seasons, with the galvanized tines showing little rust. Most complaints center on weight: without ballast it rides over hard or dry ground instead of penetrating.

What people mention
  • WeightCriticisedOwners say it needs sand or blocks in the tray to dig into hard, dry ground.
  • BuildPraisedBuyers describe the frame and galvanized tines as solid and slow to rust.
  • CoveragePraisedThe 40-inch path lets riders aerate a large lawn in few passes.
  • CoresMixedIt pulls good plugs, but the cores stay on top and need raking or mowing back in.
  • SetupPraisedAssembly and hitching to a tow bar are reported as quick and simple.

Specifications

Power Source
Tow Behind
Equipment Type
Lawn Aerator
Aerator Type
Plug aerator
Application Type
Lawn care
Function Type
Aerating
Applications
Farm Implements
Cutting Width
40 inch

Questions and answers

Does it need a riding mower to use?
Yes. It is tow-behind only and hitches to a riding mower, garden tractor or ATV with a tow bar. There is no walk-behind option.
How deep does it aerate?
The tines reach up to 3 inches, depending on soil moisture and how much weight you add to the tray.
Do I need to add weight?
On soft ground it often works as shipped. On hard or clay soil, adding sand or concrete blocks to the tray helps the tines penetrate.
What comes in the box?
The aerator assembly, 24 galvanized plug tines, flat-free tires and a hitch pin. A tow bar for your mower is not included.
Is it better than a spike aerator?
For compaction, yes. Plug tines remove soil cores and open the ground, while spike aerators only push holes and can compact further.
When should I aerate?
Early fall suits cool-season grasses and late spring suits warm-season lawns, when the soil is moist enough for the tines to pull clean plugs.
Where is the Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator cheapest?
At C-A-L Ranch Stores, for $260.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Agri-Fab 45-0544 Tow-Behind Plug Aerator?
6 stores we checked sell it, including C-A-L Ranch Stores, Coastal Farm & Ranch, Fleet Farm, Country Home Products, The Home Depot.

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Cutting Depth
3 in
Cutting Height Adjustment
Yes
Weight
76 lb
Height
24 in
Length
50 in
Width
39 in
Aeration Capacity
40 in. aeration path
Material Durability
Rustproof (galvanized knives)
Weather Resistance
Rustproof (galvanized knives)
Safety Standards
Certified frustration-free
Suitable For
High-traffic areas, Clay soil, Drought-damaged lawns, Farm Implements
Included Accessories
Hitch pin
Blades
24 galvanized knives
Tines
24 galvanized knives
Tire Size
10 inch
Tire Type
Flat-free