Hipicute Tow Behind Dethatcher, 48 Inch Tow Dethatcher with 24 Spring Steel Tines, Lawn Dethatcher Rake for ATV Mower, Tow Behind Lawn Rake with Lift Handle for Garden Farm Grass

What It Is

The Hipicute Tow Behind Dethatcher is a 48-inch wide, pull-behind lawn rake designed to remove thatch (dead grass and debris) from large lawns. It’s intended for use with ATVs, lawn tractors, or zero-turn mowers, not for standard walk-behind mowers.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Hitch type: Requires a standard 1-7/8 inch or 2-inch trailer hitch receiver. If your mower/ATV has a clevis pin hitch, you’ll need an adapter.
• Towing capacity: Your vehicle must be able to pull at least 150 lbs (the dethatcher weight plus resistance from tines engaging turf). Small push mowers or lightweight garden tractors may struggle.
• Deck/width clearance: The 48-inch working width is best for lawns over 1/2 acre. Check that your mower or ATV is at least 48 inches wide to avoid leaving missed strips.
• Tine adjustment: 24 spring steel tines are fixed height; no depth adjustment. Works best on dry, average-thatch lawns. For heavy thatch, consider a model with adjustable tine depth.

Key Things to Know

• Quality concerns: At this price point, spring steel tines may bend or break on rocky soil or thick thatch. Inspect tines after first use.
• Assembly required: Expect 30–60 minutes of basic assembly (wheels, hitch bracket, tine frame). Tools included are basic; have a socket set handy.
• Lift handle: The included lift handle lets you raise tines for transport without disconnecting. Useful for crossing sidewalks or driveways.
• Not a scarifier: This dethatcher rakes surface thatch, but does not aerate or slice into soil. For compacted lawns, buy a separate aerator.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you have a large, flat lawn (1+ acre), own an ATV or garden tractor with a standard hitch, and need a budget-friendly tool to remove light to moderate thatch. Skip it if your lawn is small, has heavy thatch, or you need a machine that can also aerate.