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 is the better broadcast spreader overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader leads on build. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow wins on value. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow costs $37.13 less ($78.82 vs $115.95).
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader for build (enclosed gearbox vs cover included).
- Choose the Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow for value ($1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) vs $1.36 per lb of hopper ($115.95, 85 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tow-behind spreaders broadcast spreader; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader | Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 81 $1.36 per lb of hopper ($115.95, 85 lb) | 97 $1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 47 85 lb hopper | 39 75 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 67 up to 10 ft spread | 67 up to 10 ft spread |
| Tires 10% | 50 10 in pneumatic tires | 50 10 in pneumatic tires |
| Build 20% | 25 enclosed gearbox | 10 cover included |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Agri-Fab 45-0530 85 lb Tow Spreader | Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Tow-behind | Tow-behind |
| Hopper capacity | 85 lb | 75 lb |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | 14,000 sq ft | - |
| Spread width | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | 10 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes | - |
| Weight | 18 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Cover included | - | Yes |
| Control from the seat | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |