Earthway 2170 Commercial 100-Pound Broadcast Push Spreader

by EarthWay

Product Features

• Super-duty gearbox with enclosed gears for longer-lasting wear
• Features large, 13-inch pneumatic tires
• Durable coated frame; adjustable handle
• 3350-cubic-inch capacity for 100 pounds of material

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 22.5 x 21.5 x 15 inches ; 29 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 28 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004RB0E
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 2170
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,066 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Earthway Commercial 100-pound broadcast push spreader features a high-volume, 3350-cubic-inch hopper with the ability to hold up to 100 pounds of fertilizer. Its heavy-duty frame has a 175-pound load-bearing capacity for greater durability; its large, 13-inch-diameter pneumatic stud tires have rustproof poly rims and are designed for long-lasting wear. The spreader's super-duty gearbox includes enclosed gears for years of trouble-free use. It has a durable, powder-coated frame and height-adjustable handle. The extended hitch is designed to fit most newer lawn tractors for greater versatility.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally!, June 22, 2009

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Liondog "Random Reviewer" (Ann Arbor. MI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Earthway 2170 Commercial 100-Pound Broadcast Push Spreader (Lawn & Patio)

Finally a spreader that actually works. I've owned three of the more commonly available spreaders from Home Depot / Lowes. I first bought the cheapest one at about $40 - junk. Upgraded to a $60 tow model - junk that repeatedly flipped over. Upgraded again to a $70 push type - still junk. The cheap ones are very hard to push, and frequently leaked. Finally stepped up and bought one of these Earthway 2170's. What a great product. In a whole different league than the typical HD/Lowes stuff. Of course it's also triple the price - but worth it if you have a good sized yard. Spread patter was terrific, open/close lever works flawlessly, huge tires make pushing a full spreader around relatively easy. Much easier to push this one around with a full 80 lbs than it was to push the cheap ones around with 40lbs. This thing just plain works and finally makes fertilizing a vaguely fun chore. Of course it kills me that I paid $190 last week for this thing and it's listed as $163 today - arrgghhh. As far as assembly, I just don't see what was so tough about assembling it. If you can't tell a 1 3/4 inch bolt from a 2 1/4 inch bolt - just simply measure it. It is easy to mix them up. It's simply not that hard to put together. Took me a leisurely 30-40 minutes while watching TV one evening to unbox and assemble (could have done it in 15 minutes if I focused/tried). Only needed a Phillip's head screw driver and two small wrenches. A ratchet wrench of some sort would make the process a little faster, but not required.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Sander Ice Melt Spreader from MowtownUSA, January 5, 2006

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Donna Savage "Donna Savage" (Ipswich, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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The Earthway Broadcast Spreader #2170 was ordered on Amazon late Sunday night, and was at our door on Thursday before Christmas. This product has clear and concise assembly instructions. The materials are sturdy, top quality and I'm sure will last for many years. Living in New England are weather changes from snow to freezing rain quickly, using this spreader has saved us so much time and money. I would highly recommend this company and this product.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great spreader. Could use better assembly instructions, June 13, 2010

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Jeff Mackay "A woodworking geek" (Waukesha, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Earthway 2170 Commercial 100-Pound Broadcast Push Spreader (Lawn & Patio)

Great spreader. I have a little over a half acre, and struggled to consistently spread fertilizer with a cheap Scotts broadcast spreader. With large pneumatic wheels, it's pretty fool-proof. I did have to play with the control a bit to limit the amount of fertilizer being spread. I set it much lower than the setting recommended by the manufacturer to keep from spreading too much fertilizer.

I gave the unit four stars because the assembly instructions could be a bit clearer. It took me over an hour to assemble it, but once assembled, it's rock solid.

Shop around for this unit. I found it at two local hardware stores and at a local farm supply shop for 10% to 20% cheaper than Amazon is selling it for.