Brinly PA-42BH-A Tow Behind Plug Aerator with Folding Easy-Store Tow Bar, 42"

What It Is

The Brinly PA-42BH-A is a tow-behind plug aerator designed to pull 2-3 inch soil cores from lawns, reducing compaction and improving water/nutrient flow. It’s built for residential turf care with medium-to-large tractors or zero-turn mowers (15+ HP recommended) and uses a folding tow bar for compact storage.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Hitch type: Requires a standard 2-inch receiver hitch (Class I, II, or III). Not compatible with pin-style or sleeve hitches without an adapter.
• Tractor fit: Works with most lawn tractors, garden tractors, and zero-turn mowers (e.g., John Deere, Cub Cadet, Husqvarna, Troy-Bilt) with a 2" receiver. Check your tractor’s towing capacity—needs at least 300 lbs of drawbar pull.
• Deck size: No deck interference if your mower has a 42" or larger deck; smaller decks may cause turning radius issues. Measure from hitch point to rear of mower for clearance.
• Weight: 110 lbs empty; adds up to 200 lbs with optional weight trays (sold separately). Verify your tractor’s hitch weight rating.
• OEM vs aftermarket: Brinly is a dedicated attachment brand; no OEM alternative exists. Fits any 2" receiver tractor.

Key Things to Know

• Assembly required: Takes 30-45 minutes with basic hand tools. Instructions are clear but you’ll need a torque wrench for axle bolts.
• Plug depth: Adjustable from 1-3 inches via a single pin; deeper plugs require slower ground speed (2-3 mph) and heavier soil moisture.
• Weight trays: Included empty; you’ll need to add 50-75 lbs of weight (sandbags or concrete blocks) for effective plugging in hard clay. Without weight, it may skip or ride over turf.
• Storage: Folding tow bar reduces length from 60" to 36" for garage/wall storage. Does not fold vertically—needs floor space.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you have a 2" receiver-equipped tractor (15+ HP) and a lawn over 1/2 acre with compacted soil—it’s a durable, adjustable plug aerator at a fair price for residential use. Skip it if you only need aeration for small patches (under 1/4 acre) or if your tractor lacks the hitch or power to tow it effectively.