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Rejuvenate your lawn, garden, or farm with the 48-Inch Tow Behind Dethatcher – a powerful, time-saving tool designed for property owners who need to clear thatch, dead grass, leaves, and debris efficiently. Whether you're maintaining a large home lawn, a hobby farm, or a rural property, this dethatcher covers a 48-inch swath with 24 durable spring steel tines, pulling up organic matter so your grass can breathe and thrive. Simply hitch it to your ATV, lawn tractor, or riding mower (1.18" pin spacing) and cover acres in minutes. The convenient lift handle lets you raise or lower the tines on the go – protect them during transport or when crossing hard surfaces. Inflatable tires provide smooth towing, and the built-in weight plate (supports up to 70 lbs, weights not included) improves tine penetration in tough thatch. Built from thickened, heat-treated steel with welded connections, this dethatcher is rugged, reliable, and built to last.
| Item Code | T3342P447018 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Single Box Product |
| Product Name | 48-Inch Tow Behind Dethatcher with 24 Spring Steel Tines |
| Working Width | 48 inches |
| Number of Tines | 24 spring steel tines |
| Tine Material | Heat-treated spring steel (thickened) |
| Frame Construction | Welded steel, deformation-resistant |
| Hitch Compatibility | 1.18" pin spacing – fits most ATVs, lawn tractors, and riding mowers |
| Tire Type | Inflatable rubber tires |
| Lift Mechanism | Convenient lift handle (raises/lowers tines) |
| Weight Plate | Supports up to 70 lbs (weights not included) for improved stability |
| Tine Replacement | User-replaceable with simple tools |
| Assembled Dimensions | 49.61" L x 11.61" W x 3.94" H |
| Product Weight | 43.88 lbs |
| Package Dimensions | 49.61" L x 11.61" W x 3.94" H |
| Package Weight | 43.98 lbs |
| Assembly Required | Minimal (hitch attachment, tine check – instructions included) |
Yes. The dethatcher features a standard 1.18-inch pin spacing at the hitch connection, making it compatible with most ATVs, lawn tractors, garden tractors, and riding mowers. Always check your vehicle's hitch specifications before purchase.
The built-in weight plate allows you to add up to 70 lbs of additional weight (such as sandbags or weight plates – not included). Adding weight improves tine penetration, especially in thick thatch or compacted soil. For normal dethatching on healthy lawns, extra weight is usually not necessary.
For cool-season grasses, dethatch in early spring or early fall. For warm-season grasses, dethatch in late spring after the lawn has fully greened up. Most lawns benefit from dethatching once per year. If your thatch layer is thicker than ½ inch, it's time to dethatch.
Yes. The integrated lift handle allows you to raise or lower the tines while towing. Lower the tines for dethatching, and raise them when crossing driveways, sidewalks, or transporting between areas. This feature protects both the tines and your lawn from unnecessary wear.
Absolutely. The tines are user-replaceable with simple tools (wrench). Replacement tines are available separately. This design extends the life of your dethatcher – you don't need to replace the entire unit if a few tines get damaged.
For best results, dethatch when the lawn is slightly moist but not soaking wet. Dethatching before aerating is recommended – it removes debris so the aerator can penetrate more effectively. Avoid dethatching on very wet or muddy lawns, as the tines may pull up live grass.
Covers gardens, farms & large lawns quickly
Heat-treated for strength & durability
Raise/lower tines on the go
Add up to 70 lbs for better penetration
Fits most ATVs, tractors & mowers
