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SmartSpreader 130 lb. Tow Spreader

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  • Supports 130 lbs. fertilizer, ice melt, and seed
  • Aluminum-beveled gear and pneumatic tires for durability
  • Compatible with most lawn tractors
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About This Product

With a commercial-grade gearbox and easy-set controls, the Agri-Fab, Smart Spreader 130 lb. Tow Spreader is designed to be towed by a lawn tractor in order to spread ice melt, fertilizer and seed up to a 12 ft. spread width. The spreader holds up to 130 lb. of product and features a hitch that is compatible with most lawn tractors. A spreader is designed to evenly fertilize your lawn with nutrients it needs for growth, color, root strength and overall health. The active ingredients in lawn fertilizer are important for plant growth, root vitality and overall lawn health. Late summer and early fall are the best times of the year to fertilize our lawn. The summer is an excellent time to give your lawn a healthy boost. In the fall fertilizing gives your lawn extra strength to help it through the winter.

Highlights

  • Holds up to 130 lb. of seed, fertilizer and ice melt for performance flexibility
  • Commercial-grade gearbox with aluminum-beveled gear for durability
  • Pneumatic tires provide great maneuverability
  • Up to a 12 ft. spread width for reliable coverage
  • Hitch fits most lawn tractors for near universal compatibility
  • 3-year limited warranty
  • Return Policy

Product Information

Internet # 202065418

Model # 45-0463

Specifications

Dimensions: H 31.5 in, W 27.13 in, D 46 in

Dimensions

Assembled Depth (in.)

46 in

Assembled Height (in.)

31.5 in

Assembled Width (in.)

27.13 in

Minimum Spread (ft.)

3

Details

Capacity (cu. ft.) - Total

3.67 cu ft

Features

Adjustable Flow System

Fits Brands

Universal

Hopper Material

Plastic

Included

Wheels

Maximum Spread (ft.)

12

Product Weight (lb.)

35 lb

Returnable

90-Day

Spreader Usage Type

Fertilizer, Grass Seed, Ice Melt, Pesticide, Weed Killer

Weight Capacity (lb.)

130 lb

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

3-Year Limited Warranty

Questions & Answers

Can it be a top dresser spreader?
ByJul 18, 2026
1 Answer | 
Answer This Question

No, unfortunately that is not what it is designed for. It is not designed for soil or sand.

By|Jul 21, 2026


    what are the tire size?
    ByJun 25, 2026
    1 Answer | 
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    WHEEL, 13 X 4 (5/8" ID) GRAY. Thank you

    By|Jun 25, 2026


      I just bought a 130 lb. spreader. I can`t reach the flow handle while sitting on my tractor. Do you sell a part that reaches the flow handle?
      ByJun 11, 2026
      1 Answer | 
      Answer This Question

      Unfortunately we do not make a extension handle.

      By|Jun 12, 2026


        Is this fully assembled
        ByMay 30, 2026
        1 Answer | 
        Answer This Question

        All Agri-Fab units require some assembly. Thank you

        By|Jun 3, 2026


          Can I use sand in the spreader to dress & level my lawn?
          ByMay 20, 2026
          1 Answer | 
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          Sand is on recommended. Thank you.

          By|May 20, 2026


            Are you able to control the flow of stop and starting?
            ByApr 12, 2026
            1 Answer | 
            Answer This Question

            Once you open the lever the flow will start and will continue to flow until you shut it off.

            By|Apr 16, 2026


              Can I hang my spreader from the hitch? 130 lb. Tow Spreader / #45-0463
              ByApr 4, 2026
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              If you are asking about hanging it on the garage wall by the hitch i would suggest making sure you have more hanging support then just the hitch.

              By|Apr 7, 2026


                What do the numbers on the flow rate chart stand for?
                ByMar 10, 2026
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                The numbers are in reference to once you figure you pounds per square ft as to where to set the control. Unfortunately we do not have specific setting for any certain product. IMPORTANT: Application rates shown in the chart are affected by humidity and by the moisture content of the material (granular and pellet). Some minor setting adjustments may be necessary to compensate for this condition. OPERATION APPLICATION CHART MATERIAL TYPE FLOW SETTING SPREAD WIDTH FERTILIZER Granular 3 - 5 8' - 10' Pelleted 3 - 5 10' - 12' Organic 6 - 8 6' - 8' GRASS SEED Fine 3 - 4 6' - 7' Coarse 4 - 5 8' - 9' ICE MELTER 6 - 8 10' - 12'

                By|Mar 16, 2026


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                  Customer Reviews

                  4.4 out of 5

                  • 4.4 out of 1,415 reviews
                  • 88% recommend this product
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                  Long arm reach
                  At 73 I figured it’s time for tow behind spreader but I’ve only used a few times as it’s impossible for me to reach open and close handle. I’m planning to try again and see if I can open Shute get on lawnmower and spread before to much falls out. Can’t see inside bucket to know if I’ve emptied it or not. I’m on a Troy-bolt zero turn mower.
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                  Response from Customer Care BackupJul 15, 2025
                  The spreader was designed for Mowers that have the engine in the front. The zero turn engine is in the back that makes it unable to reach the on lever. agrifab_brand
                    • Recommended
                    Very disappointed!
                    It just blows me away that everything you buy NOW has to be totally assembled!! What a pain in the butt!! I didn’t see anything about assembly!! Or offering assembly service!!! It comes in many many pieces!! I would not recommend this product to anyone for that reason alone!!!
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                    Response from Agri-FabProductExpertJun 27, 2025
                    Agri-Fab units all have some assembly required. Some stores if ask may offer assembly. That would be up to the store. Agri-FabInc.
                      QUALITY RESIDENTIAL TOW-BEHIND SPREADER
                      Overall, I’m very satisfied with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone in the market for a quality residential tow-behind spreader. The spreader arrived in decent condition, but I do think the manufacturer should use a heavier gauge cardboard box for shipping to better protect the product. Assembly was straightforward, and I was pleased to see all bolts are grade-5 with zinc-plated nylon insert nuts—much better than regular nuts and lock washers. I’m pulling this behind an Ariens Ikon-X-42 Zero-turn mower and had to fabricate an extension handle to operate it from the seat. (Took about an hour and some welding.) This should really be offered as an optional accessory by the manufacturer—it makes a big difference in usability. I made it so I can remove the stainless-steel rod handle if I loan it to the neighbor to use with his garden tractor. Pro tip: After assembly, I highly recommend spraying the metal parts with several coats of high-quality clear enamel. I did this with a Spyker lawn spreader over 30 years ago, and it’s still in great shape with minimal rust. Also, be sure to rinse the spreader off immediately after each use to ensure long life. The only downside was Agri-Fabs product registration website, no doubt the worst one I have ever encountered. BONUS POINTS FOR BEING MADE IN SULLIVAN, IL “USA!”
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                      Response from Agri-FabProductExpertJun 26, 2025
                      Thank you for taking the time to give a review on the product. I will be sure to send your extension idea forward to the engineering department. Also the extra tips are very welcome information.
                      Thank you for taking time out of you day. We at Agri-Fab value you as a customer and your opinions are important. You can contact us at 800-448-9282 Monday - Friday between 7:00 am to 5:00 pm CST. Agri-FabInc.
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                        REVIEW OF AGRI-FAB® 45-04633 TOW SPREADER
                        CONCERNING THE QUICK START GUIDE The instructions were clear enough. Illustrations were well drawn although the illustrations for STEP 12 (Figure 12) could have been larger due to the difficulty understanding how parts "P" and "M" worked with the flow control rod and the flow control arm. Time to assemble is going to depend on the skill of the assembler. Time for us would be about two hours spread out over several days as we had other things to do. We do have a couple of suggestions that some may find helpful. 1. For bending the cotter pins a vice grip helped us as we have arthritic hands. 2. A 7/16" socket wrench made the tightening of the nuts and bolts go much faster. We used a hand operated socket wrench so as to not over tighten the bolts. 3. STEP 15 (SEE FIGURE 14) instructs the assembler to put the wheel onto the end of the axle with no hole. Only a hub cap holds the wheel on and there is not as much axle for the hub cap to bite in to as there is on the other side of the axle. 4. Also STEP 16 (SEE FIGURE 15) shows a 3/16" x 2" cotter pin holding the wheel in place. As mentioned above, this side if the axle has more of the axle to bite in to than STEP 15. The point is that the wheel in STEP 15 (SEE FIGURE 14) is not as secure as the wheel in STEP 16 (SEE FIGURE 15). We really love that this product is made in America. The quality of the parts is first-rate.
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                          • Recommended
                          Fertilizer spreader
                          I bought this a week ago and glad I did it seams to be a good deal
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                            • Recommended
                            Poor Quality, Parts Replacement takes too long
                            Purchased this item 3 years ago, plastic axle shaft bushing wore out in the mddle of fall yard fertizing.
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                            Response from Customer Care BackupMar 25, 2024
                            We at Agri-Fab value you as a customer and your opinions are important. Missing/ defective parts are as frustrating to us as they are to you. As a company we take this very seriously and work with our quality and production control team to get any issues corrected. Agri-Fab customer care team is available Monday - Friday between 7 am to 5 pm CST at 800-448-9282 to assist you. Please give us a call before returning the unit as to hopefully we can help you get it up and going. I will need a little information in order to fully assist you. Every Agri-Fab product has a silver and black sticker. This sticker will have your complete model number and date code.

                            Sincerely AF Customer Care.
                            agrifab_brand
                              Solid product for the money.
                              Went together well and worked as described. It’s nice that you can adjust the flow opening easily for your needs. I was able to reach the handle pretty well but could use another 6 inches. The hopper is nice and large. I did notice the last bit of material doesn’t come out unless you shake the hopper or readjust it. Over all happy with product.
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                              • Verified Purchase
                              Excellent product!
                              My husband and I are in our late 70’s. Because of the impeccably designed spreader and all the parts carefully being included, we were able to assemble it ourselves. We are in a severe drought, but look forward to fertilizing once the rain returns! Very impressive design and materials.
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                                • Recommended
                                My organic Georgia lawn results
                                I bought the Agri-fab 130 lb. tow spreader last year. In the fall it was used to overseed 150 lbs. of both Pennington Rebels tall & fine fescue over a 1 acre lawn. In the spring 500 lbs. of soybean meal and 2,000 lbs. of pelletized lime were also spread. Additional spray with liquid humic acid & seaweed extracts, plus monopotassium phosphate were also applied. Below are the results. Thank you for both the well designed product & quick response for a missing part. I am a very happy customer & will purchase more of your products in the future!
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                                  • Recommended
                                  Well designed
                                  Assembled it yesterday. My wife wanted to mow the front yard (2 acres~). Put 50 lbs of 13-13-13 in the hopper, set drop control to #3. She is mowing yard now. Spreader is doing great
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                                    Product Snapshot

                                    Great for homeowners looking for a tow spreader, making lawn care easier and more efficient.
                                    Great for homeowners looking for a towable drop spreader, making fertilizing and seeding 1 acre easier.
                                    Ideal for homeowners with 1+ acre yards needing a high-capacity, durable spreader for year-round lawn care and ice melt application.
                                    Great for homeowners looking for wide spread, making lawn care easier and more efficient.

                                    Hopper Capacity

                                    130 lb
                                    175 lb
                                    175 lb. / 3.5 cu. ft.
                                    185 lb

                                    Spread Width

                                    Up to 12 ft.
                                    42 in.
                                    Up to 12 ft.
                                    Up to 12 ft

                                    Adjustable Spread Pattern

                                    Material Flow Control

                                    Pneumatic Tires