Agri-Fab 24-Inch x 48-Inch Commercial Steel Tow Lawn Roller 45-0216

What It Is

The Agri-Fab 45-0216 is a 24-inch wide, 48-inch diameter steel tow-behind lawn roller designed for leveling bumpy lawns, settling soil, or pressing in seed on large residential or commercial properties. It’s pulled by a riding lawn mower, garden tractor, or ATV.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Hitch type: Requires a standard 1-7/8-inch or 2-inch trailer ball (not included). No universal pin-style hitch—check your mower’s towing setup.
• Weight capacity: Holds up to 250 lbs of sand or water (empty weight ~175 lbs). Verify your mower can tow at least 425 lbs total.
• Deck clearance: Needs at least 6 inches of rear deck clearance to avoid contact when turning. Measure from your mower’s rear hitch point to any protruding deck parts.
• Brand/model: Fits most riding mowers with a ball hitch (Cub Cadet, John Deere, Husqvarna, etc.). Not for zero-turn mowers unless they have a dedicated tow ball adapter.

Key Things to Know

• Assembly required: Took users 1–2 hours; bolts and instructions are adequate but not high-quality. Have a socket set and grease handy.
• Rust risk: Steel drum, no coating. Store indoors or oil it after use—several reviewers report rust within one season if left outside.
• Filling hassle: Fill plug is small and low; using a funnel with a hose is almost mandatory. Draining is slow—tip the roller or use a siphon.
• No ball included: You must buy a 1-7/8” or 2” trailer ball separately. Confirm your mower’s hitch receiver size before ordering.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you need a heavy-duty, large-capacity roller for serious lawn leveling on a 1+ acre property and already have a ball hitch on your tow vehicle. Skip it if you want a lightweight, rust-proof unit for small lawns—look for a poly roller instead. The low rating reflects durability and assembly gripes, not function.