Field Tuff 12V 80 Pound Capacity Broadcast Seed & Fertilizer Spreader with Back or Front Mounting and Rain Protector for ATV, UTV, or Utility Tractor

I reversed the platform and mounted on the front of my Kubota RTV allowing me to see where the seed or fertilizer is being spread. Note I saw this on a previous review prior to my purchase. This also allowed the spreader to connect directly to battery w/o jury rigging.This configuration works great.My only complaint would be the power switch is mounted on platform, thus I have to jump out of RTV to turn off power. I would like the power switch on a cable on a cable coming into the cab.

I have used this to plant one food plot and spread fertilizer on lawn. So far it works as I expected and seems to be sturdy. Assuming it lasts I am happy with my purchase and would recommend. I did purchase a 10’ cigarette lighter plug and wire to mine so I can operate from the front of my Mule Pro FXT.

The photo in the listing looked just like the Earthway brand spreader I’ve had for 10 years before it finally gave up, so I figured it was the same. ITS NOT! It is made much cheaper and flimsier. The drop gate, cable and control are so flimsy, I’ll be lucky to get this through a season or two. It also slings whatever you are spreading all over you and your ATV. Something my Earthway did not do and it was about 50 bucks less. (10yrs ago) Most of what goes in your plot is what’s falling off of you and your atv, so I’m sure it will not be evenly distributed. The arms that mount it to the atv are much lighter and do not mount very securely to the hopper. I would send this unit back, but, I need to get my plots done. Hoping it holds up long enough. This spreader should go for about 50 bucks, but no more. UPDATE, after using this only once, it turns out that it is pure junk. DO NOT BUY THIS, you will regret it I peomise. The actuator cable and adjustable drop door froze up first time an does not work at all. I got my planting done nursing this thing through it, but it’s done. Too bad zero stars is not a choice.UPDATE: after the second use, the seed gate got so difficult to operate, it just broke. This thing is now trash. Won’t be ordering again.

Here is my current assessment of the Field Tuff AS-125ATV12 Receiver Mount Spreader, 125-Pound:Pros: The spreader is well built, assembly instructions are straight forward, the unit worked very well right out of the box. Spreads the 12 foot width as claimed.Cons: Can’t control width of spread or speed of fly wheel, cable that opens/closes the discharge gate is relatively worthless when the hopper is full (you can open, but it won’t close...this is a classic issue with this type control and the manufacturer that “fixes” this issue will out sell everyone else, all things considered equal!), the ads say 125lb capacity while the included literature says 80lbs.Modifications: I made a bracket so that I could attach the controls on the roll bar of my Kubota ZD21F Diesel Zero Turn Mower. Due to the “open/close” cable on the discharge gate being basically useless, I have modified the gate by attaching a 12volt actuator that has a 2” travel distance. It is controlled by a switch I installed next to the on/off switch (I removed the cable controller). I’m working on an indicator that would allow me to see how far the gate is open while sitting in the driver’s seat. I’m also working on sliding sides that would extend from the current guard around the fly wheel to further restrict the width of the spread on one or both sides thrown from the flywheel. These modifications would add cost to the product, but I bet if offered as an option there would be a lot of takers.

First I would recommend this unt it’s l nicely made and easy to operate. It took about 1 and halfback hrs to build and attach to my cub cadet XT2 42 ( just lye all parts out on the floor, then read band understand what you need to do to assembly the spreader and the entire assembly and test results will go well Will with no issues also others complaint where Electrical connection are not staying connected, I cut down the motor power lead to a foot ( you don’t need 4 ft of wire snd soldered in male / female automotive connectors and heat shrink to protect from water and d dirt and secured to control bracket.... they recommend a trailer hitch ( DO NOT USE THE ONE THEY RECOMMEND ITS NOT STABLE AND MOVES LEFT RIGHT INSTEAD USEThe CURT 45006 Bolt-On 2-Inch ATV, UTV Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter IT UTILIZES a TWO BOLTS TO LOCK plate system that secures it in PLACE watch the Curtis video to understand the issue with the other brands..., I’ve used it twice and it does a great job fanning fertilizer and grass seed but just practice and find the perfect drop rate that works right for that application. perform test spreads to learn about the drop and finding the right placement for the shutter door opening snd works great remember this is an electric motor that is spinning to force the material to drop no wheels spinning to cause the dropping of material. When you stop it’s still dropping , you have to turn to drop door,,,See photos to understand the upgrades I made good luck