Bobcat AE36 36 Inch Tow-Behind Aerator

The Bobcat AE36 Tow-Behind Aerator is engineered for efficiency, making it the ideal solution for sports fields, recreational areas, and other small to mid-sized turf spaces ranging from one to five acres. Designed to attach easily to most tractors and zero-turn mowers, the AE36 covers up to 1.5 acres per hour, helping you complete aeration jobs faster without compromising core quality or penetration depth.

Equipped with austemper-hardened steel tines and multiple tine configuration options, including coring, spooning, and slicing, this 36-inch aerator delivers up to 5 inches of soil penetration for superior airflow, nutrient exchange, and turf recovery. For enhanced performance, you can add optional tine expansions that double the tine count per wheel. The AE36 also offers multiple lift mechanisms, ensuring compatibility and ease of use with different towing setups.

FEATURES

• 36-Inch Working Width: Efficient aeration path ideal for small to mid-sized turf areas.
• Up to 96 Coring Tines: Accepts a wide range of austemper-hardened steel tines, including:
  • 3/4 in. or 1/2 in. thick-wall coring tines
  • 3/4 in. thick-wall spooning tines
  • Shallow and deep slicing knives
  All capable of penetrating up to 5 inches deep for maximum soil aeration.
• Covers Up to 1.5 Acres per Hour: High-efficiency design speeds up productivity while maintaining professional results.
• Compatible with Tractors & Zero-Turn Mowers: Universal tow-behind design ensures quick hookup and easy integration into your existing fleet.
• Multiple Lift Options: Choose from manual, hydraulic, or electric lift configurations to match your equipment and workflow.

Required Lift Options

• Manual Lift Kit: The manual lift kit lifts the tines of the AE36 out of the ground so the tow behind can be transported. Includes lift handle lever
• Hydraulic Lift Kit: The hydraulic lift kit lifts the tines of the AE36 out of the ground so the tow behind can be transported. Includes hydraulic lift cylinder (hydraulic hoses and/or fittings not included)
• Electric Lift Kit: The electric lift kit lifts the tines of the AE36 out of the ground so the tow behind can be transported. Electric harness is wired directly to battery of towing unit. Includes 8-inch stroke linear actuator, lift switch, switch mounting bracket, and electric harness.

Optional Accessories

• ZT Hitch Kit: Pin hitch kit for Bobcat ZT mower
• 48-Piece 3/4" Diameter Coring Tines Kit: Includes a single set of (48) 0.75-inch diameter coring tines for replacement on AE30S and AE36 aerators. This single set can also be purchased to double the total number of tines on the AE36 (requires the purchase of separate hardware). Estimated

Specifications

• Power: Tractor Draw
• Hitch: Clevis and pin type
• Aerating Wheels: Cast iron w/sintered bushing; pressure lubrication fitting; grooved for mounting aerating tines on both sides; each wheel weighs 75 lb (34 kg)
• Tines: 0.75 in (19 mm) diameter coring tines formed from 0.08 in (2 mm) hollow hardened alloy
• Tines Total: 48 standard, 96 optional
• Aeration Depth: Up to 5 in (127 mm)
• Aeration Width: 36 in (914 mm)
• Aeration Pattern (Standard): 6 in x 6 in (152 mm x 152 mm)
• Aeration Pattern (Optional Double Tines): 3 in x 3 in (76 mm x 76 mm)
• Productivity: Up to 1.5 acres/hr (0.6 ha/hr) at 4 mph (6 km/hr)
• Length: 68.5 in (1,740 mm)
• Width: 46 in (1,168 mm)
• Height: 31 in (787 mm)
• Weight: 500 lb (227 kg)