{"product_id":"maxim-48-inch-3-point-hitch-spike-aerator-msa3p48","title":"Maxim 48\" 3-Point Hitch Spike Aerator  - MSA3P48","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"freeShipping\"\u003eMaxim 48\" 3-Point Hitch Spike Aerator  - MSA3P48\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSA3P48 3-point hitch aerator by Maxim is the time-saver you've been looking for during aeration season! Knock out acres of turf in a fraction of the time with this 3-point hitch-connected aerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note about lift gate delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e: You must select the lift gate option if you can’t unload the crate off the freight truck. You will not have to pay the charge if you can ship to a business and you can unload the crate off the back of the freight truck. Shipping to a business is your best choice if possible. These deliveries are “curb-side” only, please read the details about curb-side, lift-gate and residential freight deliveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note about lift gate delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e: You must select the lift gate option if you can’t unload the crate off the freight truck. You will not have to pay the charge if you can ship to a business and you can unload the crate off the back of the freight truck. Shipping to a business is your best choice if possible. These deliveries are “curb-side” only, please read the details about curb-side, lift-gate and residential freight deliveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank can be filled with water for added weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnit is heavy to begin with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheels are bolted in place with no pins or latches to rotate the tow bar 180 degrees while lowering or lifting the drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease water filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease oxygen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease carbon dioxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage root growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolls on 1\" grease-able pillow block bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 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Quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e102\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eSpike Penetration Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e2-3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eWater Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e32 gallons \/ 267 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eHitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e3-point hitch (Category 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eTires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eN\/A (3-point hitch model — no transport tires)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eTowing Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e18-1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"77\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"79\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"106\" data-start=\"79\"\u003eEnhanced Soil Aeration:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFeatures 102 welded steel spikes that penetrate up to 2.75 inches, improving oxygen, water, and nutrient flow to grass roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"305\" data-start=\"190\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"305\" data-start=\"192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"192\"\u003eAdjustable Weight Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEquipped with a 32-gallon tank, allowing you to add up to 267 lbs of water weight for deeper soil penetration when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"429\" data-start=\"307\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"429\" data-start=\"309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"347\" data-start=\"309\"\u003eEfficient Transport and Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDesigned with bolted wheels that rotate 180 degrees without pins or latches, simplifying the transition between transport and aeration modes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"431\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"458\" data-start=\"433\"\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBuilt with a heavy-duty drum and 1-inch greaseable pillow block bearings, ensuring longevity and minimal maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"542\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"564\" data-start=\"544\"\u003eEasy Attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCompatible with category 1 3-point hitch systems, facilitating straightforward attachment to various lawn tractors and ATVs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"767\" data-start=\"648\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"767\" data-start=\"650\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"681\" data-start=\"650\"\u003eIdeal for Large Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWith a 48-inch aeration width, it's well-suited for commercial and expansive residential lawns, effectively covering large areas efficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"195\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eQ: What is the Maxim 48\" 3-Point Hitch Spike Aerator (Model MSA3P48)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"76\" data-start=\"73\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe Maxim MSA3P48 is a 48-inch wide spike aerator designed for use with category 1 three-point hitch systems.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt's ideal for aerating large lawns, golf courses, and commercial properties, promoting healthy turf by allowing air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"253\" data-start=\"197\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1260\" data-start=\"1203\"\u003eQ: How does the adjustable water ballast system work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1263\" data-start=\"1260\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe MSA3P48 features a tank that can be filled with up to 32 gallons of water, adding approximately 267 lbs of weight.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis added weight enhances the aerator's penetration into the soil, effectively addressing soil compaction and promoting healthier turf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eQ: How are the transport tires utilized?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1437\" data-start=\"1434\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe aerator is equipped with 410\/350-4, 2-ply pneumatic tires, which facilitate easy movement between work areas.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe wheels are bolted in place without the need for pins or latches, simplifying the process of rotating the tow bar 180 degrees when lowering or lifting the drum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1758\" data-start=\"1564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1564\"\u003eQ: What benefits does spike aeration offer over plug aeration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1633\" data-start=\"1630\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSpike aeration involves slicing holes into the turf, pushing soil aside to allow oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach grass roots.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis method promotes quicker turf healing without leaving behind plugs of grass and dirt, resulting in a healthier lawn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1940\" data-start=\"1760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1812\" data-start=\"1760\"\u003eQ: Is assembly required for the MSA3P48 aerator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1815\" data-start=\"1812\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eYes, some assembly is required upon delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDetailed instructions are provided to guide you through the setup proces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"989\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1001\" data-start=\"992\"\u003eTines\u003c\/strong\u003e: Regularly inspect the spikes for wear or damage. Replace any worn or bent spikes to maintain effective aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1133\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003eWater Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the water tank is securely filled and that there are no leaks. Empty the tank after use to prevent rusting or clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1262\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1288\" data-start=\"1265\"\u003eWheels and Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lubricate the transport wheels and check the tire pressure periodically to maintain smooth transportation and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the aerator's frame clean and free from debris to avoid obstruction and wear. Check for any loose bolts or parts before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maxim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48492150816923,"sku":null,"price":1038.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4810\/9467\/files\/MSA3P48_main.jpg?v=1777891793","url":"https:\/\/curatedcomforttimelessstyle.com\/products\/maxim-48-inch-3-point-hitch-spike-aerator-msa3p48","provider":"Curated Comfort Timeless Style","version":"1.0","type":"link"}