This small manure spreader with a capacity of about 40 cubic feet is useful for farms with limited numbers of horses.  Since the apron and the beater are powered by traction from the wheels on the ground, no power take off is required. It may be towed by a tractor or pickup truck.

Small manure spreader

Credit: Donna Coffin

Digital Credit: Donna Coffin

Publisher: University of Maine Cooperative Extension

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Description: This small manure spreader with a capacity of about 40 cubic feet is useful for farms with limited numbers of horses. Since the apron and the beater are powered by traction from the wheels on the ground, no power take off is required. It may be towed by a tractor or pickup truck.

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