Craftsman Tow Poly Dump Cart for Lawn Tractors and ATVs, 350 lb Load Capacity, 10 Cu Ft Lawn and Garden Utility Trailer

What It Is

The Craftsman Tow Poly Dump Cart is a 10-cubic-foot utility trailer designed for lawn tractors, garden tractors, and ATVs. It hauls up to 350 lbs of mulch, soil, leaves, or firewood, and its poly bed dumps for easy unloading.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Hitch type: Requires a standard 1-7/8-inch ball hitch (not included). Most lawn tractors and ATVs with a compatible receiver will work.
• Tractor fit: Works with Craftsman, Husqvarna, John Deere, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, and most other brands that have a rear hitch. Not compatible with zero-turn mowers unless they have a dedicated hitch kit.
• Deck size: No direct deck interference, but ensure your tractor’s rear hitch is at least 12 inches off the ground for proper cart clearance.
• OEM vs aftermarket: This is a Craftsman-branded cart, but it fits aftermarket hitches as long as they use a 1-7/8-inch ball. Check that your tractor’s hitch can support a 350-lb load plus cart weight (~70 lbs empty).

Key Things to Know

• Assembly required: Takes about 30-60 minutes. Tools needed: socket wrench, pliers, and lubricant for axle bolts. Instructions are clear but tight tolerances on the hitch pin hole can be frustrating.
• Dump mechanism: Pull a single latch to dump; works smoothly when the bed is not overloaded. Avoid dumping with heavy, wet loads—the pivot pins can bind.
• Tire quality: Solid rubber tires are puncture-proof but offer no shock absorption. Rough terrain can bounce the cart, so keep loads balanced and speed moderate.
• Load limit: 350 lbs is a realistic limit—exceeding it risks bending the axle or cracking the poly bed. For heavy soil or stone, stick to 300 lbs max.

Should You Buy It

Buy this cart if you own a lawn tractor or ATV and need a durable, low-maintenance hauler for yard waste, mulch, or firewood. It’s a solid value for the price, but skip it if you need higher capacity (over 350 lbs) or plan to use it on rough, hilly terrain—those conditions favor steel carts with pneumatic tires.