Spreaders Buying Guide

Having a spreader that fits the needs of your business is invaluable. With hundreds of options in the market place, it’s important to know what type of spreader is best for you. AM Leonard’s Fertilizer Spreaders Buying Guide has your answers!

Hopper

Choose a hopper based on the material you will be applying. Steel hoppers are built to stand up to hard use, while poly are more economical.

Capacity

This is the weight capacity of the hopper and frame, not the volume. For example, you may not be able to fit in 100 lbs. of a lightweight product, such as grass seed, in a 100lb spreader.

Frame

Choose powder-coated frames to stand up to hard materials. Stainless-steel frames are more resistant to rust.

Broadcast vs Drop Spreaders

Broadcast spreaders are not as precise as drop spreaders, but are more forgiving due to overlap. With drop spreaders, special attention needs to be given to ensure you do not cause striping, especially when applying fertilizer materials.

Types of Spreaders