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
The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow is the better broadcast spreader overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow leads on value and spread width. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow costs $77.18 less ($78.82 vs $156).
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow for value ($1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) vs $1.84 per lb of hopper ($156, 85 lb)) and spread width (up to 10 ft spread vs up to 8 ft spread).
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 | Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | Craftsman 85 lb Tow-Behind Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 97 $1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) | 62 $1.84 per lb of hopper ($156, 85 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 39 75 lb hopper | 47 85 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 67 up to 10 ft spread | 33 up to 8 ft spread |
| Tires 10% | 50 10 in pneumatic tires | 50 tires not published (neutral score used) |
| Build 20% | 10 cover included | 0 build details not published, scored as none |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | Craftsman 85 lb Tow-Behind Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Tow-behind | Tow-behind |
| Hopper capacity | 75 lb | 85 lb |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | - | 14,000 sq ft |
| Spread width | 10 ft | 8 ft |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | - |
| Features | ||
| Cover included | Yes | - |
| Control from the seat | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |