Wheelbarrows and Garden Carts

• Also called a utility cart.
• Carries bulky material such as mulch, shrubs or fertilizer around the yard.
  
• Can be made of metal, poly plastic or wood and has two wheels.
• Has a V or hopper-shaped bottom and a front spout for easy dumping.
• Typical capacity is 3 to 4 cu. ft.
• Features may include deep tool trays to keep tools organized and tool clips on the side for hanging garden tools.

• Carries light loads of plants.
• Some features include a fold-down handle that converts into a seat, a side compartment for storing tools and gloves, a removable tray and the ability to convert to an upright workstation.
• Larger-capacity carts may be able to carry heavier loads than wheelbarrows but they are less maneuverable.

• Pulls behind garden tractors and riding mowers.
• They typically have a dumping mechanism located on the trailer towing bar or tongue. Dump by pulling a rope, releasing the body from the tongue.
• Smaller capacity types hold 4 to 7 cu. ft.
• Larger carts can hold from 8 to 17 cu. ft.

• Light-duty models typically have a 3 to 4 cu. ft. capacity.
• Medium-duty models typically have a 4 to 6 cu. ft. capacity.
• A rollbar in front of the wheel contacts the ground to make dumping heavy loads easier.
• Tray may be made of aluminum, steel or heavy plastic. Handles are either hardwood or metal.
• Features a semi-rounded front for easy dumping.
• Wheels may be solid rubber or pneumatic (inflatable). Inflatable tires are apt to puncture.

• Typically has a 5 to 10 cu. ft. capacity.
• Tray has a deep front for added capacity and extra bracing.
• Legs and bracing are made from heavy-gauge steel.
• Wheel is typically 16" pneumatic.
• A wide rim bead around the trough adds reinforcement for heavy loads such as cement and bricks.
• Some models may offer knobby tires for added traction and longer wear.

• Features a cylindrical drum outfitted with rows of bristles that use a rotary sweeping action to pick up leaves, rocks and grass clippings.
• More efficient than raking and works better on dry and level lawns.
• A canvas container, usually 6 to 7 cu. ft. capacity, holds collected debris

• Also known as a dollie.
• Use to haul trash cans, packages, firewood, etc.
• Capacity ranges from 100 to 400 lbs., depending on the model.
• Has either a solid metal toe plate or tubular shape to support the load.
• Handle styles include pin, safety, continuous or upright.
• Variations include a bag truck. It performs the same task as a hand truck but also incorporates a hoop to hold plastic trash bags with an elastic cord encircling the hoop. The hoop attaches to the frame to hold varying sizes of lawn bags.

Courtesy of NRHA.org