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product_id: 281523909
title: "Agri-Fab 45-0288 175-Pound Max Tow Behind Drop Spreader, Black"
brand: "agri-fab"
price: "¥485254"
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Agri Fab"
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# 42-inch controlled spread width 40,000 sq ft coverage per fill 175 lb hopper capacity Agri-Fab 45-0288 175-Pound Max Tow Behind Drop Spreader, Black

**Brand:** agri-fab
**Price:** ¥485254
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Spread smart, grow proud—your lawn’s secret weapon!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Agri-Fab 45-0288 175-Pound Max Tow Behind Drop Spreader, Black by agri-fab
- **How much does it cost?** ¥485254 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/281523909-agri-fab-45-0288-175-pound-max-tow-behind-drop)

## Best For

- agri-fab enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted agri-fab brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rustproof Poly Hopper:** Built to last season after season, resisting wear and tear like a pro.
- • **3-Year Limited Warranty:** Confidence backed by durability—your lawn’s new best friend for years to come.
- • **Massive 175 lb Hopper Capacity:** Carry more, refill less—power through your lawn care with ease.
- • **Precision 42-Inch Spread Width:** Cover wide swaths with pinpoint accuracy for a flawless finish every time.
- • **Smooth Transport Pneumatic Tires:** Glide effortlessly across your yard, no bumps or jolts to slow you down.

## Overview

The Agri-Fab 45-0288 Tow Behind Drop Spreader features a robust 175-pound rustproof poly hopper and a 42-inch controlled spread width, efficiently covering up to 40,000 square feet per fill. Designed with premium galvanized steel components and pneumatic tires, it ensures durability and smooth transport. Ideal for precise lawn care applications, it comes with a 3-year limited warranty for lasting reliability.

## Description

Agri-Fab Inc. 45-0288 (175 lb. Tow Drop Spreader) will help you grow the beautiful lawn that you’ve always wanted. The 175 lb. Tow Drop Spreader offers a 42” controlled spreading width. Depending on material and speed of application, the 175 lb. Tow Drop Spreader can cover up to 40,000 square feet in one fill. The large flat free tires provide a smooth transport on the project area. A steel lift handle provides an easy method to adjust height for maximum precision. 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. This drop spreader offers more precise performance thanks to its drop spreading. The Agri-Fab 175 lb. Tow Drop Spreader Model #45-0288 will last you for years to come with proper care and use. All Agri-Fab, Inc. products come with a 3 Year Limited Warranty.

Review: Agra fab, wake up and smell the coffee. The fertilizer spreader works perfectly for dropping salt in snowy climates. You have to cut out every third tooth, because salt crystals are a little larger. But after that, you have a secondary use for your machine. F y I i've been through ten spreaders of different kinds and sorts, and this is the only one that works for dropping salt on my driveway. Ps clean and oil it really good at the end of the year otherwise it'll rust.
Review: Disappointed with the poor manufacturing and performance of this spreader. I’ve had several Agri-fab broadcast spreaders - all good. This one had sharp edges to the metal frame that you have to assemble, resulting in several cut knuckles. I persisted and used the device once. It appeared to work on and off, no subtle adjustment at all. I checked the fastening around the volume lever and all was well but the joint is so vague that there is no way it can give such minute adjustments, the flap is either open or not. I also had to hold the lever open whilst I tried to spread the feed as the lever kept creeping towards 0. I can not recommend this product, it is very expensive for the quality and performance.

## Features

- Hopper capacity is 17-gallons (dry)/175-pounds
- 40,000-square feet coverage; roughly 1 acre
- Rustproof poly hopper increases product life
- 42-inch controlled spread width
- Premium galvanized steel agitator improves durability; pneumatic tires allow for smooth transport, 3 Year Limited Consumer Warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000KL1L6Q |
| Brand | Agri-Fab |
| Capacity | 175 Pounds |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (642) |
| Date First Available | 8 August 2012 |
| Item Weight | 19.5 Kilograms |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Maximum Weight Capacity | 175 Pounds |
| Model Number | 45-0288 |
| Product Dimensions | 83.82 x 127 x 71.12 cm; 19.5 kg |
| Special Features | Compact, Portable |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Agri-Fab
- **Colour:** Black
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Product dimensions:** 83.8D x 127W x 71.1H centimeters
- **Special features:** Compact, Portable

## Images

![Agri-Fab 45-0288 175-Pound Max Tow Behind Drop Spreader, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+qguuxwuL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this spread dry Peat Moss?**
A: I've never tried spreading any kind of peat moss, so I can't honestly answer the question.  However, my opinion is that the dry peat moss would probably bunch up in the spreader and not drop.

**Q: What can I compare the setting chart to on this spreader?**
A: Drop spreader calibration is a relatively simple process compared to calibrating a broadcast spreader although the process is similar. It saves time and money in the long run :)Materials needed:Seed, fertilizer, lime, something to apply...Drop spreaderTarp (I like 5'x8')Weights to hold down tarpCalculatorScaleTo Calibrate a drop spreader:    1: Set out the tarp and weight it down. A blacktop driveway is ideal!2: Read the label of the product being applied.    (example A 20lb bag of Scotts Classic Sun & Shade covers up to 16,000 square feet.)3: Do some simple math.    16,000 ft^2 / 20lb = 800 ft^2 per pound of seed    Tarp is 5'x8' which = 40 ft^2    40 / 800 = 0.05 pounds    0.05 lbs x 16 = 0.08 ounces or 23 grams    So 0.08 or 23 grams of grass seed per 40 ft is our target application rate.4: Fill the spreader half way with the product to apply   5: Starting at setting "1" on the spreader apply the seed over the tarp according to the directions of both the spreader and the seed.    You may be directed to make overlapping passes. If so make sure you apply the same way over the whole tarp... mind the edges.6: When finished collect the seed from the tarp and measure. keep increasing till you reach your target application rate.7: Mark it with tape or make a note of it somewhere for next year.It reads like it will take all day and it may take an hour the first time, however after that it will take much less time than an that, perhaps 15 - 20 min when you are comfortable and confident. * Calibrating a broadcast spreader is similar however speed affects how far the seed is thrown, also called the "swath width" and plays a role in calibration. You also need a bigger tarp.

**Q: What are the dimensions of the spreader?**
A: wheel to outer wheel 50", the bed of the unit at the top is 40" long and 12 " wide. It of course narrows as it goes down. Mr Burr.

**Q: Will this spreader work efficiently with powdered lime?**
A: I use it for powdered lime. Works great. Lime has to be completely dry.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***N on 10 December 2025*

Agra fab, wake up and smell the coffee. The fertilizer spreader works perfectly for dropping salt in snowy climates. You have to cut out every third tooth, because salt crystals are a little larger. But after that, you have a secondary use for your machine. F y I i've been through ten spreaders of different kinds and sorts, and this is the only one that works for dropping salt on my driveway. Ps clean and oil it really good at the end of the year otherwise it'll rust.

### ⭐⭐ Review
*by M***R on 17 July 2019*

Disappointed with the poor manufacturing and performance of this spreader. I’ve had several Agri-fab broadcast spreaders - all good. This one had sharp edges to the metal frame that you have to assemble, resulting in several cut knuckles. I persisted and used the device once. It appeared to work on and off, no subtle adjustment at all. I checked the fastening around the volume lever and all was well but the joint is so vague that there is no way it can give such minute adjustments, the flap is either open or not. I also had to hold the lever open whilst I tried to spread the feed as the lever kept creeping towards 0. I can not recommend this product, it is very expensive for the quality and performance.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on 25 April 2016*

The Agri-Fab 45-0288 175-pound max tow behind drop spreader is an excellent addition to my lawn and garden assets. You can easily attach the drop spreader to a zero turn, ATV, or lawn tractor/mower with a tow bracket and cut your lawn while fertilizing or over seeding with grass simultaneously. Using my Kubota zero turn, I am unable to reach the flow control arm, however, using an ATV or lawn tractor I was able open and close the drop spreader. In addition to enabling me to maintain my one-acre lot of Kentucky blue grass and fescue mix, I’ve used the drop spreader to spread fertilizer and perennial rye, Kentucky blue, and Kentucky 31 grass seed mix for two of my neighbors. I am not sure if the drop spreader can hold 175 pounds of granular fertilizer as I only used 100 pounds and that nearly maxed the hopper’s capacity to the brim. The assembly instructions were simple and straight forward. It is important to note that that during the installation steps, my instructions stated that in order to initially calibrate the opening of the spreader on both sides, you are required to measure the two ferrules to one-half-inch. I recommend to simply move the flow control arm back to the off position and then screw the rod into the ferrule at the bottom of the hopper at both ends into the rod aligns with the hole in the end of the low control arm. I counted threads to try and ensure both ferrules were the same thread count, but also ensured the flow plate was closed against the hopper’s backstops. Once this was done, the flow control arm and flow plate were calibrated to the flow rate setting of my choice. Moreover, if the flow control arm does not stay in place or can easily move, simply loosen the self-locking nut or remove it and tighten the first self-locking note installed a bit tighter until the flow control arm is snug at any flow rate setting. Reinstall the backup self-locking nut and you are good to go. Some reviewers stated they used a bungee cord to hold it in place when all that is needed is a bit more torque on the first nut to give the flow control arm more resistance. For most applications involving fertilizer or grass seed, the 1 or 2 flow rate setting works just fine. You will always have to according to your task make adjustments to suit your particular drop rate. The Agri-fab 175-pound drop spreader works great and enables me to fertilize or over seed without worrying about fertilizer being broadcasted on my driveway. Maintain your 3 mph and according to my neighbor’s view of spreading seed, the hopper and flow plate opens and drops those babies right where you want it. Since our properties are right next to each other, I used the drop spreader particularly on our properties boundary lines as I have my luscious Kentucky Blue grass rocking at 3.5 inches height and we didn’t want any cross contamination from that pretty perennial rye, Kentucky Blue, and Kentucky 31 tall fescue hardy mix he was throwing down on his yard. It is imperative to pay attention to ensuring the flow control arm is completely closed and the flow control plate is closed tightly against the hopper’s backstops and adjust the ferrules on both sides until you can insert them into the bracket holes and you should have a well calibrated drop spreader to handle many of your lawn and garden needs.

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