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YARD TUFF Pine Straw 5' Rake
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SKU: WX2*0663272
Overview
Built for clearing pine needles from larger areas, this tow-style rake is suited to property maintenance where fast collection matters. Its 5-foot working width and 24 spring steel tines are designed to gather material efficiently, while the 12-inch pneumatic tires help it move across varied terrain. A simple handle lets you release the collected debris at the chosen spot, which can be useful when raking or preparing material for baling. It is a practical option for landowners who need a straightforward way to manage pine straw over open ground.
Why Hunters Choose the Yard Tuff
5-foot Working
Width covers a larger area
24 Spring
Steel tines help gather pine
12-inch Pneumatic
Tires are designed to maneuver
Handle Makes
It easy to drop collected
Suitable Raking
Up or baling up pine
Key Features
- 5-foot working width covers a larger area with each pass.
- 24 spring steel tines are sized for quick pickup of pine needles.
- 12-inch pneumatic tires help the rake move over varied terrain.
- Handle lets you drop the collected material where you want it.
- Designed for raking or baling pine needles into one place.
Best Used For
- Landowners clearing pine needles from larger areas with fewer passes
- Users needing a 5-foot working width for collecting debris efficiently
- Property maintenance crews working across uneven terrain and varied ground
- Anyone who wants to rake or bale pine needles before relocating them
Specifications
| Handle | Features a handle to simply drop the collection |
|---|---|
| Tine Material | 5/16" spring steel |
| Tines Count | 24 |
| Tire Size | 12" |
| Tire Type | pneumatic |
| Working Width | 5' |
Pros
- 5-foot working width covers a larger area with each pass
- 24 spring steel tines help gather pine needles efficiently
- 12-inch pneumatic tires are designed to maneuver over varied terrain
- Handle makes it easy to drop collected material where needed
- Suitable for raking up or baling up pine needles
Considerations & Trade-offs
- A 5' working width helps cover more ground, but it may be less practical in tighter areas or around obstacles.
- The 12" pneumatic tires are intended to move over varied terrain, but pneumatic tires can add maintenance compared with solid wheels.
- The 24 spring steel tines are designed for quick pickup, yet tine-based collection may require multiple passes depending on needle buildup.
- This rake is focused on gathering and dropping material; it does not include any built-in collection or baling mechanism beyond the handle-operated drop feature.
Suggested Comparisons
- Pine straw rake
- Landscape rake
- Tow-behind yard rake
- Pine needle collector
Suggested Accessories
- Replacement tines
- Pneumatic tire tube
- Grease fittings
- Tow hitch adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the working width of the YARD TUFF Pine Straw 5' Rake?
It covers a 5' working width, which is intended to collect from a larger area.
How many tines does this rake have?
It has 24 spring steel tines, listed as 5/16" spring steel tines for quick pickup.
What kind of tires does it use?
It uses 12" pneumatic tires, which are described as helping it maneuver over terrain.
How is the collected pine straw or needles dropped off?
The rake features a handle that lets you simply drop the collection off in your desired location.
Can this rake be used for both raking and baling pine straw?
Yes. The product description says it can be used to rake them up or bale them up, but it does not provide further details on the baling process.