Agri-Fab 45-0547 185 lb Tow Spreader
A big-hopper tow spreader for acre-plus lawns at a mid-range price. It is the value pick for large properties.
Amazon $249$249
185 lb12 ft13 in pneumatic
3.5/5
A large tow spreader for acre-plus lawns, with auto-stop to avoid overapplication. It currently costs less than the smaller BS26BH-A.
- 175 lbHopper
Check price at Amazon$314
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Autoflow stops spreading when the tractor stops
- 175 lb hopper for lawns of an acre and more
- Stainless shaft, agitator and hardware resist corrosion
Cons
- Nylon gears rather than metal
- No warranty or tire size published
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 | 125 lb | 3.1/5 | $349 |
| Brinly BS36BH-A 175 lb Tow Spreader (this one) | 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 | BS36BH-A |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Type | Tow-behind |
| Hopper capacity | 175 lb |
| Build | |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes |
| Gears | Plastic |
| Stainless parts | Yes |
| Features | |
| Auto-stop | Yes |
Alternatives in this type
Agri-Fab 45-0463 130 lb Tow Spreader
A mainstream tow-behind spreader for half-acre to acre lawns. It balances hopper size, spread and price well.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
130 lb12 ft13 in pneumatic
Chapin 8622B Auto-Stop Tow Spreader
A 150 lb tow spreader with auto-stop for lawn tractors, ATVs and UTVs on large lawns. It is a seed and fertilizer spreader, not a salt spreader.
Amazon $266$266
150 lb14 in pneumatic
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