Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader
An entry-level tow spreader for quarter-acre lawns and riding-mower owners on a budget.
Amazon $115.95$115.95
85 lb10 ft10 in pneumatic
3.1/5
A tow spreader for half-acre-plus lawns whose auto-stop prevents fertilizer burn at every stop. It costs more than a same-size Agri-Fab.
- 125 lbHopper
Check price at Amazon$349
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Autoflow stops spreading when you stop, so no burnt patches from piled fertilizer
- Stainless shaft, agitator and hardware resist corrosion
- Directional pattern control evens out the spread for each material
Cons
- Nylon gears rather than metal
- No warranty or tire size published
- Costs nearly $2.80 per pound of hopper
The Brinly BS tow spreader family
Every Brinly BS tow spreader model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Hopper | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brinly BS26BH-A 125 lb Tow Spreader (this one) | 125 lb | 3.1/5 | $349 |
| Brinly BS36BH-A 175 lb Tow Spreader | 175 lb | 3.5/5 | $314 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BS26BH-A |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Type | Tow-behind |
| Hopper capacity | 125 lb |
| Build | |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes |
| Gears | Plastic |
| Stainless parts | Yes |
| Features | |
| Auto-stop | Yes |
Alternatives in this type
Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow
A low-cost tow spreader for small lawns and riding-mower owners who want to stay seated.
Amazon $78.82$78.82
75 lb10 ft10 in pneumatic
Craftsman 85 lb Tow-Behind Spreader
A simple 85 lb tow spreader built by Agri-Fab for quarter-acre lawns. The Agri-Fab 45-0530 does the same job for less.
Amazon $156$156
85 lb8 ft
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