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
The Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader rates 3.4 among tow-behind spreaders broadcast spreaders; the Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader rates 3.2 among push spreaders ones. The Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader costs $37.05 less ($115.95 vs $153).
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Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader
A well-priced 80 lb push spreader for lawns up to about 18,000 sq ft. The side baffle helps along beds and drives.
Amazon $153$153
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (tow-behind spreaders and push spreaders), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader | Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 81 $1.36 per lb of hopper ($115.95, 85 lb) | 60 $1.91 per lb of hopper ($153, 80 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 47 85 lb hopper | 43 80 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 67 up to 10 ft spread | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) |
| Tires 10% | 50 10 in pneumatic tires | 50 10 in pneumatic tires |
| Build 20% | 25 enclosed gearbox | 45 enclosed gearbox, edge control |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader | Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Tow-behind | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 85 lb | 80 lb |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | 14,000 sq ft | 18,000 sq ft |
| Spread width | 10 ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | 10 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes | Yes |
| Gears | - | Plastic |
| Weight | 18 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | - | Yes |
| Control from the seat | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |