{"product_id":"maxim-48-inch-tow-behind-plug-aerator","title":"Maxim 48 in. Tow-Behind Plug Aerator","description":"\u003c!-- Description:ℹ Product Info --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e48 Inch Plug Aerator for Larger Lawns and Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePull cleaner soil plugs, reduce compaction, and get water and nutrients back to the roots with a 48 in. tow-behind aerator built for larger turf areas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"full-width-column\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Maxim 48 in. Tow-Behind Plug Aerator is built for landowners, grounds crews, and property managers who need wider aeration coverage without stepping up to a self-propelled machine. The \u003cstrong\u003e48 in. aerating width\u003c\/strong\u003e helps cover larger lawns and commercial properties efficiently behind a riding mower or compatible tow vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIts plug-style design uses \u003cstrong\u003e44 bolt-in spoons\u003c\/strong\u003e to remove soil cores so air, water, and nutrients can reach the root zone. That helps reduce compaction, encourage stronger root growth, and improve moisture movement in heavy-use or clay soil areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe drum can be filled with up to \u003cstrong\u003e32 gallons of water\u003c\/strong\u003e for an added \u003cstrong\u003e267 lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e of down pressure when conditions call for deeper penetration. A rotating tow bar raises the drum for transport or lowers it for aeration, while the \u003cstrong\u003e410\/350-4, 2-ply transport tires\u003c\/strong\u003e help move the unit across the property between jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Key Features:🔑 Key Features --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaxim 48 in. Plug Aerator Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e48 in. 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