MAXLANDER 42-Inch Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper with 12 Cu.Ft. Hopper, Adjustable Brush Height Leaf & Grass Collector, Pull Behind Yard Sweeper with Dump Rope & Universal Hitch for Lawn Tractor

What It Is

The MAXLANDER 42-Inch Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper is a pull-behind collector that uses a 42-inch brush width and a 12-cubic-foot hopper to sweep grass clippings, leaves, and light debris as you tow it behind a lawn tractor or garden tractor.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Hitch type: Universal clevis-style hitch fits most lawn tractors with a standard 1/2-inch or 5/8-inch hitch pin hole. No proprietary mounting bracket required.
• Tractor size: Best for tractors with at least 12-18 HP (typical for 42-inch deck tractors). Light-duty garden tractors (e.g., John Deere X300, Cub Cadet XT1, Husqvarna YTH series) work well. Not designed for zero-turn mowers without a tow valve.
• Deck size: Works with any deck size—the sweeper sweeps independently of the mower deck. No direct deck connection needed.
• Hopper capacity: 12 cu. ft. is moderate; good for up to 1/3-acre lawns with moderate leaf cover. For larger yards or heavy leaves, expect frequent emptying.
• What to check: Ensure your tractor has a rear hitch receiver or a drawbar with a 1/2-inch hole. Measure the hitch pin diameter (most are 1/2-inch, but some older tractors use 5/8-inch). Also verify the sweeper’s hitch tongue length clears the rear wheels when turning.

Key Things to Know

• Brush height adjustment: Manual adjustment via a pin-and-crank system. You’ll need to stop and get off the tractor to change height—no on-the-fly adjustment.
• Assembly required: Moderate difficulty (about 45-60 minutes). Tools needed: wrenches, screwdriver, and a rubber mallet for the hitch pin. Clear instructions included.
• Dump rope: The hopper empties by pulling a rope from the tractor seat. Works well but the rope can tangle if not routed cleanly—zip-tie it to the handle for smoother operation.
• Build quality: Steel frame and plastic hopper. The hopper is sturdy but not indestructible—avoid overfilling with wet, heavy leaves or sticks that could crack the plastic.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you have a standard lawn tractor (12-18 HP) with a rear hitch, a yard up to about 1/3 acre, and want an affordable, no-fuss way to collect light leaves and clippings without bagging on the mower. Skip it if you need to handle heavy, wet debris, have a zero-turn mower, or want on-the-fly brush height adjustment.