Field Tuff 48" Wide Drum Spike Aerator – 108 Spikes & 32-Gallon Drum Capacity | Horsepower 14+ HP | For ATVs, UTVs & Lawn Tractors
Included Options:
Aerating compacted soil for improved nutrient and water absorption
Leveling and flattening lawns, gardens, and fields
Preparing soil for planting in sandy or loose soil conditions
DESCRIPTION
The Field Tuff 48" Wide Drum Spike Aerator (Model SE-48) is a versatile and efficient tool designed to aerate and level your soil simultaneously. Featuring a wide 48-inch working path and 108 heavy-duty spikes, this aerator effectively penetrates up to 2.5 inches deep, loosening compacted soil to enhance air, water, and nutrient flow.
The 32-gallon drum can be filled with water to add weight, enabling deeper soil penetration for optimal aeration. This dual-purpose tool also functions as a lawn roller, leveling and flattening your lawn as you work. Built with heavy-duty steel, the drum spike aerator is durable and reliable, making it a must-have for property maintenance.
Designed for easy use, the aerator attaches to ATVs, UTVs, and lawn tractors via a pin-style hitch, providing hassle-free operation. Ideal for gardens, lawns, and fields, this tool promotes healthier soil and a more consistent lawn.
Key Features
48" Working Width – Ideal for residential lawns, food plots, and small-acreage turf
108 Hardened Steel Spikes (3") – Delivers shallow aeration to improve water absorption and seed-to-soil contact
Up to 2.5" Penetration Depth – Loosens compacted turf for healthier root systems and improved drainage
32-Gallon Drum Capacity – Fill with water for added ballast and consistent spike depth across uneven terrain
Heavy-Duty Steel Construction – Built to withstand seasonal use with rust-resistant durability
Pin-Style Hitch – Compatible with ATVs, UTVs, and lawn tractors
Recommended Tractor Power – 14 HP or larger for safe towing and full drum engagement
Compact Frame (145 lbs empty) – Easy to maneuver and store without sacrificing performance
Warranty – 1-Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty
Detailed Specifications
Feature
Specification
Working Width
48 inches
Spike Count
108 spikes
Spike Length
3 inches
Penetration Depth
Up to 2.5 inches
Drum Capacity
32 gallons
Construction Material
Heavy-duty steel
Hitch Type
Pin-style hitch
Recommended HP
14 HP or larger
Dimensions (L × W × H)
53 × 55 × 20 inches
Weight (Empty)
145 pounds
Warranty
1-Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty
Manuals & Documents
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 85 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors. Fortunately I got Dillion as a representative and everything from sales to shipping was spot on..
Thanks Dillion for your help!!
The only thing is when hooking up the actuator on my ATV. The wire is long going to the plug in. What has happened in the past about this. Is their video showing the usage of the control?
I had a guy from a shop come cut the shafts and hook me up. It went well. I've been using the mulcher and the tractor saw on my two tractors and having fun.
i love it, i'm a little inexperianced with it but i'll learn, i've never messed with chemicals much.
instead of putting it on an atv, i put it on a skid steer
We bought a 6' G3 last year and it worked well. We were missing the handle for seed adjuster on 1st one and they next day aired it. Just ordered an 8 ' model to go with it. Dillon is great to work with. Hope this one works out as well.