Craftsman 85 lb Tow-Behind Spreader

Last updated: November 9, 2026

Craftsman 85 lb Tow-Behind Spreader

2.9/5#9 of 10 in tow-behind spreaders broadcast spreaders
2.9

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.

85 lbHopper
8 ftSpread
3 yearsWarranty

Check price at Amazon$156

Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros

Three-year warranty
Direct rod control with no cable to stretch
Assembles in under 15 minutes

Cons

Narrow 8 ft spread means more passes
Tire size and gearbox are not published

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.

Value $1.84 per lb of hopper ($156, 85 lb)62
Hopper 85 lb hopper47
Spread width up to 8 ft spread33
Tires tires not published (neutral score used)50
Build build details not published, scored as none0
Warranty 3-year warranty50

Specifications

Capacity
Model number	CMXGZBF4505561
Type	Tow-behind
Hopper capacity	85 lb
Coverage per fill (not scored)	14,000 sq ft
Spread width	8 ft
Features
Control from the seat	Yes
Warranty	3 years

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